Elementary Homeroom Teacher; K

Homeroom Elementary Teacher

RISE Academy is hiring a full-time Homeroom Elementary Teacher (Kindergarten–6th grade) for the 2026–2027 school year at our San Jose Campus. We're looking for a mission-aligned educator who builds a respectful, joyful, and structured classroom culture and delivers strong instruction through inquiry-based and experiential learning aligned with our STREAM model (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, and Math).

What You'll Do

• Create and deliver engaging daily instruction aligned to the school's academic program and STREAM approach
• Build a safe, culturally responsive, nurturing classroom where students love learning
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and learning styles
• Use formative and summative assessments to track progress, analyze data, and adjust instruction/interventions
• Support student growth across intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social domains
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families and maintain strong home–school partnership
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in professional learning and professional development
• Support student case management and maintain required documentation (including IEP-related supports when applicable)
• Contribute to school culture by supporting events, community outreach, and other duties as assigned

Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Relevant experience working with children in an elementary/lower school setting or a comparable youth instructional setting
• Alignment with RISE Academy's mission and comfort working in a faith-based environment
• Strong understanding of curriculum, instruction, and best practices in elementary education
• Commitment to inquiry-based, project-based, and experiential learning
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support a wide range of learners
• Experience using student data and multiple assessment methods to guide instruction and interventions
• Effective classroom management and ability to establish consistent routines and expectations
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills (students, families, and staff)
• Willingness to reflect on practice, respond to feedback, and continuously improve
• Comfortable using technology and classroom tools (email, internet, documents/spreadsheets, printers/projectors, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Child Development, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field
• 2+ years of teaching experience in a formal school setting
• Valid teaching credential (or progress toward credentialing)
• Experience designing STREAM-integrated learning experiences

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 20 pounds (classroom materials, supplies, furniture, electronics)
• Ability to stand and move around the classroom/campus for extended periods
• Frequent computer and keyboard use; operation of classroom/office equipment (printers, copiers, projectors, etc.)
• Ability to maintain a safe, organized, hazard-free classroom and workstation
• Occasional evening/weekend work for school events; may include outdoor duties in varying weather conditions
• Ability to communicate clearly and understand information communicated by others

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is based on teaching credentials (non-credentialed vs. credentialed), years of experience, academic degrees, and certifications. Children of staff members may be eligible for tuition discounts.