High Tech High

Teacher, Spanish Exploratory Elementary (K-5)

High Tech High$64K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • Valid California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential or an out-of-state teaching license required.
  • Proficiency in teaching strategies and methods, with a focus on project-based learning.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills essential.
  • Capacity for critical thinking and managing diversity in the classroom.

Responsibilities

  • Create engaging, project-based lesson plans that foster active learning.
  • Facilitate instructional activities that incorporate students' life experiences into learning.
  • Assess and grade student assignments regularly to provide feedback on progress.
  • Identify and provide resources for students facing learning or emotional challenges.
  • Achieve established performance goals for all students in the class.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered (elective).
  • AFLAC supplemental insurance available (elective).
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) participation (elective).
  • Participation in California State Teacher Retirement Plan (mandatory).
  • 403(b) Plan and group life insurance options (elective).
  • Free after-care for K-8 children of staff members.
  • No cost Teacher Induction program for certificated staff.
Full Job Description
Spanish Exploratory Elementary Teacher (K-5)

Reports To: School Director

FLSA Classification: Certificated, 188-day

Full Time/Part Time Status: Salary, full time, exempt

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary: Teacher Framework (Steps 1-29) Range: $64735.44 - $115.369.76. Salary is commensurate with experience and education level.

Application Opening: 7/9/26

Application Closing: 8/1/26

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision and guidance of the School Director, Teachers are responsible for preparing lesson plans and educating students. Their duties include assigning homework, grading tests, and documenting progress. Teachers must be able to command their classroom and reach students with an engaging project-based curriculum. Teachers are responsible for creating and maintaining a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential and accomplish the learning goals of High Tech High.

Duties include:
• Embodies High Tech High's design principles of Equity, Personalization, Authentic Work and Collaborative Design in all work activities and actions
• Creates daily lesson plans with project-based assignments that are engaging, educational and exciting for the kids
• Plans, prepares and delivers instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
• Incorporates goals, competencies and objectives into lesson plans in ways that directly apply to the student's life.
• Achieves school and course-wide performance goals for every student in class
• Grades assignments and homework regularly to keep students updated on how they are doing
• Identifies students who are struggling with learning, emotional problems, or situations at home, and finds them the resources they need

The ideal candidate would possess the following competencies:
• Ability to efficiently and effectively manage the time of self and others
• Ability to work with professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, equity, honesty and personal accountability at all times
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional administrative and organization skills
• Proficient knowledge of teaching strategies and methods
• Ability to incorporate goals, competencies and objectives into lesson plans in ways that directly apply to student's lives
• Ability to incorporate Science, Technology, Engineering and Arts (STEAM) into lessons
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage diversity

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential or Out-of-state teaching license

BENEFITS

HTH offers:

* Medical, dental and vision insurance (elective)

* AFLAC supplemental insurance (elective)

* Section 125 Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (elective)

* California State Teacher Retirement Plan (CalSTRS) (mandatory)

* 403(b) Plan and group life insurance (elective)

* No cost after-care for K-8 HTH students of staff members; and

* No cost Teacher Induction for certificated staff

https://www.hightechhigh.org/hr/benefits/

APPLY TODAY!

If you fit the qualifications above and are looking for a forward-thinking, innovative institution that embodies visionary leadership and embraces diversity, then High Tech High is the place for you!

https://www.hightechhigh.org/hr/culture/

To apply, visit our website, and complete an online application:

https://www.hightechhigh.org/about-us/join-our-team

$64,735.44 - $115,369.76 a year

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

About High Tech High

High Tech High is a network of charter schools in San Diego, California. The schools focus on project-based learning and integrate technology into their curriculum. The first High Tech High school was founded in 2000 by a group of educators and industry leaders who wanted to create a new model of education that would prepare students for the 21st century workforce. As of 2021, there are 16 High Tech High schools serving over 5,000 students in grades K-12. The schools have been recognized for their innovative approach to education and have been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times and Wired.
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