4/5 Combo Teacher (1.0 FTE) 2026-27 - Tierra Pacifica Charter School 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
Elementary 4/5th Grade Combo class (1.0 FTE) Primary Function Elementary teachers are responsible for creating an organized and effective classroom environment in which students can grow academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and critically. Their teaching style should reflect the values, classroom management approaches and teaching methodology expressed in the Tierra Pacifica Charter. This includes actively teaching from California state standards for the appropriate grade level, understanding how systems of oppression impact the student experience and classroom dynamics, and working toward educational equity and social justice. Multiple subject teachers collaborate with colleagues and the School Director to develop an equity-aware, arts-enriched, developmentally appropriate program. They are responsible for monitoring and assessing student progress to inform the course of instruction and document progress; communicating professionally and appropriately with parents, colleagues, and students; and supporting the collaborative community of the charter school.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential 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 Employment is conditional upon satisfaction set forth below: -DOJ Clearance /Background Check -AB 2534 Egregious Misconduct Check -TB Clearance -Valid CA Driver’s License -Verification of Appropriate California Credential(s)
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential 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 Employment is conditional upon satisfaction set forth below: -DOJ Clearance /Background Check -AB 2534 Egregious Misconduct Check -TB Clearance -Valid CA Driver’s License -Verification of Appropriate California Credential(s)
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
6/3/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/27/2026
Contact
Kim Shankland
831-462-9404
831-462-9404
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
64,714 - 90,222 Annually
64,714 - 90,222 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$15k Annual Benefit package, Medical/Vision/Dental benefits, CalSTRS pension, Masters stipend
Length of Work Year
10
Employment Type
Full Time