Roseville Community School | Roseville, CA
Progressive • Project-Based • Whole-Child Focused

About Roseville Community School

Roseville Community School is a small, progressive learning center supporting homeschooling families through a child-centered, play-based, and inquiry-driven approach to education. We serve students in Kindergarten through 6th grade in mixed-age classrooms with small class sizes (12–14 students). Our educators nurture confident, curious, and compassionate learners through personalized learning experiences, strong relationships, and deep integration of social-emotional growth with academic learning.

We teach the whole child—socially, emotionally, and academically—and are guided by values of inclusion, autonomy, creativity, and community connection.

Position Overview

We’re hiring a full-time Elementary Teacher (grades K–6, depending on experience and placement) who is passionate about progressive education and committed to project-based, student-centered learning. The ideal candidate brings curiosity, creativity, and care to the classroom, with a strong foundation in child development, social-emotional learning, and interdisciplinary instruction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a developmentally appropriate, engaging curriculum aligned with California Common Core and progressive learning practices

• Introduce academic content through integrated, hands-on, inquiry-based projects

• Build an inclusive, respectful classroom community grounded in emotional safety, autonomy, and collaboration

• Differentiate instruction and assessments to meet the needs of diverse learners

• Communicate regularly with families through updates, conferences, and collaborative dialogue

• Collaborate with colleagues to co-create interdisciplinary themes and school-wide learning experiences

• Participate in staff meetings, reflection, and ongoing professional development

• Support school events, enrichment offerings, and community initiatives as part of the faculty team

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Experience working with elementary-aged children in a classroom or learning community

• Understanding of child development and inclusive, responsive teaching practices

• Familiarity with progressive education (e.g., Dewey, Alfie Kohn, Reggio Emilia, Bev Bos)

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time-management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• California teaching credential or equivalent

• 2+ years of lead teaching experience

• Experience with project-based learning and authentic assessment

• Background in SEL frameworks such as Conscious Discipline, Responsive Classroom, or Toolbox

• Comfort working in a mixed-age classroom or learning center setting
  
  

To Apply

Please email the following to contact@yourrcs.org:

• Résumé

• Cover letter describing your interest in progressive education and how your approach aligns with RCS

• Two professional references
  
  

We are seeking a creative and collaborative Musical Theater Teacher to design and lead a weekly performing arts class for students ages 6–10. This class will combine acting, movement, and music in a playful, process-oriented setting.

Schedule & Details:

• Class Days: Thursdays & Fridays

• Class Times: 1:30–3:30 PM

• Start Date: August 27, 2025

• Prep Time: Paid planning and coordination hours available in August

• Compensation: $25–$45 per hour DOE, including prep and class time

• Age Range: 6–10 years old (Grades 1–4)

Responsibilities:

• Design and teach a developmentally appropriate musical theater class that nurtures confidence, creativity, and collaboration

• Incorporate elements of storytelling, acting, singing, movement, and stage presence

• Plan a culminating in-class performance or showcase at the end of each session

• Collaborate with RCS staff and adapt plans to meet student needs and interests

• Communicate positively and professionally with students, staff, and families

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience teaching musical theater or performing arts to elementary-aged children

• Prioritizes student voice, creativity, and joy in the learning process

• Is aligned with progressive, whole-child educational values

• Is dependable, organized, and responsive to communication

• Enjoys working in a collaborative and community-oriented environment

To Apply:

Please email a short cover letter, resume, and any relevant materials (portfolio, videos, or lesson examples)