Bilingual Academy Teacher - Spanish Immersion - Kindergarten-JCS Cedar Cove- Encinitas 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
Are you passionate about bilingualism and biliteracy and looking to join a team of like-minded educational leaders? Enjoy the benefits of teaching in our unique hybrid model (4 days in person, 1 day home study) and join our team in sunny San Diego! JCS Cedar Cove is a charter school located in Encinitas, California. For 25 years, we have served students in grades TK-12. In our unique hybrid model, we teach TK-5th grade students in person four days per week, with Friday as a home study day. We are in our 3rd year of implementation of our 90/10 DLI model, adding a grade each year. We are looking to add an enthusiastic teacher leader and entrepreneur for our Kindergarten classes for the 2026-27 school year to be an integral part in helping us continue to grow and design our program. Apply now to join our Team!
Requirements / Qualifications
Current California Teaching Credential with a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish, or equivalent as recognized by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). 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
- Bilingual Authorization - Spanish
Requirements / Qualifications
Current California Teaching Credential with a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish, or equivalent as recognized by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). 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
- Bilingual Authorization - Spanish
Comments and Other Information
The Academy Teacher - Dual Immersion position is designed to provide students with a rigorous bilingual education, fostering fluency in both Spanish and English, while promoting cultural understanding and academic excellence. A teacher at JCS-Inc must grow professionally, use best practices with students, impact student learning, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the school community.
Preferred Experience:
- Three to five years teaching experience in a similar charter school setting.
- Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) math training
- Experience teaching Leader in Me/ Seven Habits.
For more information about JCS Cedar Cove, please visit our website: https://cedarcove.jcs-inc.org/
For more information about JCS programs, please visit our website: https://www.jcs-inc.org/
Comments and Other Information
The Academy Teacher - Dual Immersion position is designed to provide students with a rigorous bilingual education, fostering fluency in both Spanish and English, while promoting cultural understanding and academic excellence. A teacher at JCS-Inc must grow professionally, use best practices with students, impact student learning, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the school community.
Preferred Experience:
- Three to five years teaching experience in a similar charter school setting.
- Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) math training
- Experience teaching Leader in Me/ Seven Habits.
For more information about JCS Cedar Cove, please visit our website: https://cedarcove.jcs-inc.org/
For more information about JCS programs, please visit our website: https://www.jcs-inc.org/
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/28/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$58,515.53 - $86,921.19 Annually
$58,515.53 - $86,921.19 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Salary Schedule H, Pay Grade 6
Length of Work Year
August 2026 - May 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.
Title IX
Title IX provides for separate processes and procedures for formal complaints of sexual harassment falling within the definitions provided in Title IX regulations. JCS does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any of its programs or activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits JCS from discriminating in such a manner. This prohibition extends to admission, employment, and all programs and activities of JCS.
Job Type
Bilingual-Dual Immersion-Spanish