Academy Teacher Plus 60% / Assistant Principal 40% - JCS Mountain Oaks at Julian Charter School - San Diego County
About the Employer
The JCS Family is made up of WASC-accredited, FREE public charter schools, home study programs, and alternative learning options located throughout Southern California and Southern Riverside County. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower learners with educational choice in a supportive, resource-rich environment. At JCS, we are dedicated to excellence and committed to nurturing passionate, lifelong learners. With six unique programs and flexible home study options, we offer families the opportunity to find the perfect fit for their child’s learning style and goals. Whether through small group instruction, personalized pathways, or virtual learning, our students thrive in environments where curiosity, independence, and collaboration are valued. At JCS, it’s not just about education—it’s about building a community where students, families, and educators work together to create meaningful learning experiences. Come grow with us.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Middle School Academy Teacher / Assistant Principal will serve as both a Humanities teacher and a leader for the middle school team, with a 60/40 split between teaching and administrative duties. Responsibilities include guiding and supporting Middle School Teachers, handling student discipline and parent communication, leading team meetings, and managing day-to-day middle school operations. This role is designed to provide instructional leadership similar to a department chair, with added administrative responsibilities to support the principal. Preferred Job Qualifications: - Minimum 5 years teaching and/or admin experience - Experience with GATE Instructional Strategies - Experience teaching Leader in ME Habits is a plus - BCLAD preferred (Spanish) - CA Preliminary Administrative Services Credential or enrolled in a CTC-approved Preliminary Administrative Services Credential Program
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a current CA Multiple Subjects or Single Subjects Teaching Credential. If you do not currently hold an appropriate California credential at the time of your application, your application will not be considered.
In addition to a resume and letter of introduction, we require three letters of recommendation, a current negative TB test, current CPR certification, and copies of all college transcripts to be uploaded at the time of application. Applications received without all required documents will not be considered. Please see details for each document type for more information.
- Copy of Transcript
- CPR/First Aid Certification (Current valid CPR certification.) OR Other (If applicant does not have a current CPR certification, they may upload a document stating they will obtain a CPR certification upon offer of employment.)
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (We require three (3) letters of recommendation.)
- Resume
- Other (If applicant does not have a current Negative TB test result, they may submit a document stating they will obtain a valid Negative TB test result upon offer of employment.) OR TB Screening Result (Current Negative TB test result, dated within 6 months of application.)
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - General Subjects OR Single Subject Teaching Credential - Social Science
- Administrative Services Credential
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a current CA Multiple Subjects or Single Subjects Teaching Credential. If you do not currently hold an appropriate California credential at the time of your application, your application will not be considered.
In addition to a resume and letter of introduction, we require three letters of recommendation, a current negative TB test, current CPR certification, and copies of all college transcripts to be uploaded at the time of application. Applications received without all required documents will not be considered. Please see details for each document type for more information.
- Copy of Transcript
- CPR/First Aid Certification (Current valid CPR certification.) OR Other (If applicant does not have a current CPR certification, they may upload a document stating they will obtain a CPR certification upon offer of employment.)
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (We require three (3) letters of recommendation.)
- Resume
- Other (If applicant does not have a current Negative TB test result, they may submit a document stating they will obtain a valid Negative TB test result upon offer of employment.) OR TB Screening Result (Current Negative TB test result, dated within 6 months of application.)
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - General Subjects OR Single Subject Teaching Credential - Social Science
- Administrative Services Credential
Comments and Other Information
JCS Mountain Oaks is a community of compassionate, innovative, life-long learners who continually strive for excellence. Our aim is to promote an academically rigorous curriculum that values the different interests, learning styles, and abilities of each student.
For more information about JCS-Mountain Oaks, please visit our website: https://mountainoaks.jcs-inc.org/
For more information about JCS programs, please visit our website: https://www.jcs-inc.org/
Comments and Other Information
JCS Mountain Oaks is a community of compassionate, innovative, life-long learners who continually strive for excellence. Our aim is to promote an academically rigorous curriculum that values the different interests, learning styles, and abilities of each student.
For more information about JCS-Mountain Oaks, please visit our website: https://mountainoaks.jcs-inc.org/
For more information about JCS programs, please visit our website: https://www.jcs-inc.org/
Application Deadline
5/27/2026 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
2/10/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$57,925.14 - $86,887.79 Annually
$57,925.14 - $86,887.79 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Salary Schedule H, Pay Grade 7
Length of Work Year
August 2026 - June 2027
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Encinitas, CA
Work Status
Full-Time
Employment At Will
All employment at Julian Charter School is on an "at-will" basis. All offers of employment are made in writing only, and are subject to ratification by the Board of Directors.