TK/Kindergarten Combo- Alan Rowe College Prep (Elk Grove) & William Lee College Prep (Sacramento) - CA

Job Summary

JANUARY 2027 START

The Kindergarten Teacher plays an essential role in shaping the academic and social foundations of Fortune’s youngest scholars. In this small school environment, teachers create a nurturing, engaging, and structured classroom that instills curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Teachers at Fortune are leaders who foster strong relationships with students and families, uphold Fortune’s high expectations, and contribute to our shared belief that every student will attend college.

Comments and Other Information

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Create and sustain a warm, structured, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes student learning and character development.
Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with California State Standards and Fortune’s instructional guidelines.
Assess students regularly and use data to differentiate instruction and support individual learning needs.
Foster strong partnerships with parents and guardians through consistent communication about student progress and classroom activities.
Collaborate with grade-level and content-area colleagues to share best practices and enhance schoolwide instructional quality.
Participate actively in professional development, coaching, and school meetings to refine teaching practice.
Maintain accurate and organized student records, including attendance and assessments.
Manage classroom behavior through proactive and restorative approaches that align with Fortune’s Five Pillars.
Identify students needing additional academic or social support and coordinate interventions with school leadership and specialists.
Support school events, traditions, and community-building activities that strengthen the Fortune culture.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the school and its students.

Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree
Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
English Learner Authorization (CLAD or equivalent)
Commitment to Fortune’s mission and belief in every student’s potential

Preferred:
1+ year of experience teaching, interning, or assisting in a classroom
Demonstrated success working with diverse student populations
Strong understanding of child development and early literacy/numeracy instruction
Collaborative spirit, growth mindset, and passion for educational equity

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Deep knowledge of California content standards, instructional frameworks, and assessments
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with both students and adults
Ability to reflect, adapt, and continuously improve instructional practice
Effective classroom management that emphasizes engagement and positive reinforcement
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness

Working Conditions
Office and classroom environments with frequent interruptions
Occasional driving between school sites or meetings
Frequent standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 10 pounds)
Reasonable accommodations made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Compensation and Benefits
Paid Time Off: 12 paid sick days and 2 paid floater days
Retirement: 403(b) Plan with up to 4% employer match after one year of employment
Professional Growth: Paid Teacher Induction Program and ongoing coaching support

Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.