Transitional Kindergarten Teacher; TK Reed Elementary School

Full time
• San José Unified School District

The impact you will have: As a Transitional Kindergarten Teacher, you will play a critical role in laying the foundation for young learners as they begin their educational journey. You will create a nurturing, play-based, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports students’ social-emotional growth, early literacy and numeracy skills, and curiosity about the world. Through engaging, hands-on learning experiences and strong partnerships with families, you will help students build confidence, independence, and a love of learning while inspiring them to discover their own greatness.

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You are a nurturing and patient educator who understands the developmental needs of young learners and believes in the power of early childhood education. You create a warm, engaging classroom where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn through play and exploration. You are committed to building strong relationships with students and families while helping children grow in confidence, independence, and foundational skills.

• Multiple Subject Credential with English Learner (EL) Authorization
• Completion of 24 units in ECE / child development by the end of your second year with San José Unified
• To apply, you must have at least 12 units already completed AND have worked at least one year as a preschool teacher
• Unit requirement can be waived if you have been a full-time preschool teacher for at least one year or part-time preschool teacher for at least two year

As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time and substitute employment.

Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.

You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct-funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).

San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as 21-vacation days, and 11-paid holidays for 10-month employees! For 11-month employees, you earn 21-vacation days and 12-paid holidays.

For 12-month employees, you earn 27-vacation days and 13-paid holidays.

San José Unified is an innovative urban school district that prepares today’s students to be the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow. We are reinventing the education system by bringing together teachers and staff with parents and students, inspiring each to discover their own greatness. Serving over 25,000 students…