What are the responsibilities and job description for the 26-27 Elevate Teacher Resident Caliber ChangeMakers Academy (Vallejo) position at Caliber Public Schools?
Title: Elevate Teaching Resident
Division: Elementary School (TK-4)/Middle School (5th-8th)
Location: Caliber ChangeMakers Academy (Vallejo)
Reports to: Assistant Principal
Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt, (During the Academic Year)
Salary Scale: $25.50/hour Benefits
Job Summary
Caliber Public Schools is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join the Elevate Teacher Residency. This innovative, one-year program is designed for aspiring educators seeking to pursue a California teaching credential while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic learning environment. Residents will work alongside an experienced mentor teacher, engage in professional learning with a cohort of peers, and contribute to creating an inclusive and engaging classroom culture committed to student success.
Responsibilities:
- Work and learn alongside a mentor teacher at an Elevate partner school, including co-planning and co-teaching lessons that support diverse learning styles.
- Support individual students, small groups, and whole classes to provide differentiated instruction and create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborate closely with mentor teachers and school staff to assess student progress and implement effective interventions.
- Participate in ongoing professional development with a cohort of peers.
- Engage with families and the community to foster strong relationships that support student success.
- Lead teach when the mentor teacher is out of the classroom for monthly trainings. Substitutes teach in other classrooms at the school (depending on school placement).
Compensation:
- Hourly Rate: $25.50/hour
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Access to scholarships, grants, and federal financial aid
- Professional Development, coaching and mentorship from an experienced teacher
- Priority hiring at Elevate partner school where resident trains
Credentials Offered:
- Multiple Subject (Elementary): TK-5
- Single Subject (Middle/High School): Mathematics, Science, Social Science, ELA
- Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate)
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree by June 2026
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (lower GPA considered with exemption letter)
- Subject Matter Competency Requirement met via CSET, or relevant coursework
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- TB clearance and fingerprint clearance
Desired Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with educators and students.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
- Willingness to engage in continuous professional learning throughout the residency year.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a classroom setting or educational program preferred but not required.
Application Deadline:
- Early Application Deadline: January 30, 2026
- Regular Application Deadline: April 3, 2026
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QUESTIONS? Contact careers@caliberschools.org
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