Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

TEACHER (TK)

Objective and Job Summary:

The Teacher is responsible for creating a safe joyful and academically rigorous classroom where all students can grow and succeed. Teachers at Scholarship Prep deliver high-quality instruction build strong relationships with students and families and foster classrooms rooted in high expectations consistency and care. Teachers implement standards-aligned curriculum use data to drive instruction and support the academic social-emotional and character development of every student. This role works collaboratively with colleagues families and school leaders to ensure students experience a university-inspired trauma-informed learning environment where every moment matters. This position reports directly to the Principal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instructional Planning & Academic Excellence

1. Plan and deliver engaging standards-aligned lessons that meet the diverse needs of students.
2. Differentiate instruction using a variety of instructional strategies and supports.
3. Maintain high expectations for student learning participation and achievement.
4. Support the development of students critical thinking problem-solving and academic habits.

Classroom Culture & Student Support

1. Create a safe structured and positive classroom environment.
2. Implement effective classroom management systems that maximize learning time.
3. Facilitate daily Morning Meetings and community-building routines that strengthen belonging connection and student voice.
4. Build strong relationships with students rooted in consistency respect and care.
5. Support students social-emotional growth and model SPs values in daily interactions.
6. Establish classroom routines and expectations that promote safety accountability and engagement.

Assessment & Data-Driven Instruction

1. Develop and administer formative and summative assessments.
2. Analyze student data to monitor progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
3. Provide timely feedback and interventions to support student growth.
4. Maintain accurate student records grades and required documentation.

Family & Community Partnerships

1. Build positive and collaborative relationships with families.
2. Communicate regularly regarding student progress needs and celebrations.
3. Partner with families to support student success and engagement.
4. Contribute positively to the broader school community.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

1. Collaborate professionally with grade-level teams support staff and school leaders.
2. Participate actively in professional development coaching and collaborative planning.
3. Reflect on instructional practices and implement feedback to improve effectiveness.
4. Contribute to a culture of accountability teamwork and continuous improvement.

Organizational Responsibilities

1. Follow all school policies procedures and compliance requirements.
2. Support school events supervision duties and campus-wide initiatives as assigned.
3. Maintain professionalism confidentiality and ethical conduct at all times.
4. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Valid California Teaching Credential required.
2. English Learner Authorization (CLAD/EL Authorization) required.
3. Bachelors degree required.
4. Experience working with diverse student populations preferred.
5. Strong instructional classroom management and relationship-building skills.
6. Commitment to Scholarship Preps mission values and trauma-informed practices.
7. Ability to collaborate effectively communicate clearly and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced school environment.

Physical Abilities:

Frequent sitting standing or walking much of the time with some bending stooping squatting twisting and climbing stairs. Frequently lift push pull and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment:

This position works in a variety of settings including indoor outdoor work environments. May experience seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions well as odors dust moderate noise level.

Right to Revise:

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive and the School reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary without advance notice.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer without notice.

FLSA Status: Exempt CLASSIFICATION: Certificated