Elementary Teacher

About Rocketship Public Schools

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe every student deserves the right to dream, discover, and develop their unique potential. It is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve.

Rocketship Public Schools is a nonprofit network of public elementary charter schools that propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with families to help high quality public schools thrive in their communities.

We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across the country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Position Description

What You Will Do

• Create a classroom where students feel safe, respected, included, and excited to learn
• Teach engaging and rigorous lessons using Rocketship curriculum and instructional resources
• Use student data to plan instruction, monitor progress, and respond to student needs
• Build strong classroom routines and a positive culture that supports learning
• Adjust instruction to support diverse learners and help every student access grade level content
• Participate in regular coaching, professional development, and team collaboration
• Partner with families through home visits, regular communication, progress updates, and school events
• Work with school leaders, teammates, special education staff, and wellness partners to support the whole child

Instruction and Classroom Culture

Family and Community Partnership

Professional Growth at Rocketship

Who We Are Looking For

• Passionate about equity and committed to helping all students grow
• Coachable, reflective, and open to feedback
• Warm, consistent, and skilled at building relationships with students and families
• Organized, prepared, and focused on student progress
• Flexible and resilient when supporting students with different learning needs
• A strong teammate who collaborates well with colleagues and school leaders
• Excited to help make school joyful, rigorous, and meaningful for children

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Lifetime License, Provisional License, or Charter School License in the appropriate K to 9 or Birth to 3rd endorsement
• Eligibility to obtain a one year License with Stipulations and enroll in an accredited credentialing program during the first year at Rocketship
• Ability to maintain active credential status in good standing throughout employment
• Commitment to serving students and families in diverse school communities

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience in diverse school communities
• Experience as an elementary teacher, classroom teacher, Humanities teacher, STEM teacher, or charter school teacher
• Experience using student data to guide instruction
• Experience with lesson planning, classroom culture, and student engagement
• Experience building strong partnerships with families
• Interest in growing through coaching, feedback, and collaboration

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health and wellness resources
• 403b retirement plan
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance and support resources
• Professional development and coaching
• Opportunities for career growth within the Rocketship network
• A collaborative school community focused on students, families, and staff success

Physical Requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity