Middle School Social Science Teacher (.60 FTE) 2026-27 at Tierra Pacifica Charter School
About the Employer
Tierra Pacifica is a public charter school located in Santa Cruz, California serving students in grades TK-8. Our school was founded in 1998 by a dedicated group of parents, teachers and community members vested in creating a school that addressed different learning styles, social/emotional development, and collaborative learning.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Middle School Social Studies Teacher – Part-Time (.6) Primary Function Part-time core subject teachers are responsible for creating and maintaining an organized, engaging, and effective classroom environment in which students can grow academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and critically. Instructional practices should reflect the values, classroom management approaches, and teaching methodologies of Tierra Pacifica Charter School. Teachers are expected to incorporate critical pedagogy, demonstrate an understanding of how systems of oppression impact student experiences and classroom dynamics, and actively work toward educational equity. Core subject teachers collaborate with colleagues and the Executive Director to develop an equity-focused, arts-integrated, and developmentally appropriate program. While curriculum is provided, teachers are encouraged to incorporate additional content aligned with their expertise and interests. Teachers are responsible for monitoring and assessing student progress, using data to inform standards-based instruction and to document student growth.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential for Social Science and an English Learners Authorization. Copy of Transcript (Undergrad and Graduate Transcripts are required for salary placement) Credential Copy English Learner Authorization (or CLAD/BCLAD) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three current letters of recommendation) Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential for Social Science and an English Learners Authorization. Copy of Transcript (Undergrad and Graduate Transcripts are required for salary placement) Credential Copy English Learner Authorization (or CLAD/BCLAD) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three current letters of recommendation) Resume
Comments and Other Information
Tierra Pacifica Charter School (TPCS) is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. The hiring process and employment shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, actual or potential, family, or marital status, or the exclusion of any person because of pregnancy or related conditions, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy should be directed to the Title IX-Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Valerie Royaltey-Quandt, at vrquandt@tierrapacifica.org or 831-462-9404
Comments and Other Information
Tierra Pacifica Charter School (TPCS) is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. The hiring process and employment shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, actual or potential, family, or marital status, or the exclusion of any person because of pregnancy or related conditions, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy should be directed to the Title IX-Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Valerie Royaltey-Quandt, at vrquandt@tierrapacifica.org or 831-462-9404
Application Deadline
4/17/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/4/2026
Contact
Kim Shankland
831-462-9404
831-462-9404
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$38,067 - $53,342 Annually
$38,067 - $53,342 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$15k Annual Benefit package (prorated for part-time employees), Medical/Vision/Dental benefits, CalSTRS pension
Length of Work Year
10
Employment Type
Part Time