Teacher, Elementary School

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Through the use of social and restorative justice principles, Five Keys provides traditionally underserved communities the opportunity to improve their lives through a focus on the Five Keys: EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, RECOVERY, FAMILY, COMMUNITY.

Five Keys is a nonprofit organization that operates an extensive network of programs across California. With a presence in 14 counties and over 120 locations, Five Keys focuses on various initiatives aimed at empowering individuals and families to overcome poverty and inequity. The organization's programs encompass a wide range of services, including public charter schools, restorative justice programs in jails and prisons, shelters, permanent supportive housing, and the development of new housing and support programs.

At Five Keys, the overarching objective is to uplift individuals and families by providing them with essential resources. This includes education, housing, employment, and the necessary tools to sustain their progress. By offering these fundamental elements, the organization aims to create positive and lasting change in communities, making them better places for everyone.

• A well-qualified candidate has the capacity to communicate effectively
  , collaborate with others while building positive relationships
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• Demonstrates strong problem solving skills
  , has a dynamic learning mindset
  , and remains committed to a high level of cultural and social awareness.
• Works well under pressure, observes appropriate boundaries, and operates with a high level of emotional intelligence
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At Five Keys, culture matters. Culture is at the very core of everything we do and impact on a daily basis. We’ve made a commitment to building an inclusive culture that seeks collaboration over hierarchy to create empowered work teams. We serve vulnerable populations daily and we strive to approach everyone with compassion, patience and a trauma-informed approach. We choose to push past discomfort to have difficult conversations to impact the greater good.

This allows us the opportunity to collaboratively create an inclusive culture and transform the world around us.

We offer very low monthly costs for medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with generous time off! Various pre-tax flexible spending accounts and retirement account 403(b) are available. We provide annual reimbursements up to $100 towards gym membership, smoking cessation, and weight loss programs. Annual athletic event participation and annual massages are reimbursed up to $50. Other company-paid benefits, including free wellness-related apps, an Employee Assistance Program, and a comprehensive mental health care platform, are available to you and your dependents.

JOB SUMMARY

The Teacher position reports to the Principal and is accountable for creating a learning and work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking through an equity lens. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to providing direct teaching and instruction, grading assignments, customizing curriculum so it’s impactful for our unique student population, evaluating students’ progress, and planning educational activities.

It will be vital to provide knowledge and instruction to students while also helping them develop their academic and life skill-sets that radiate throughout their lives post graduation.

We are looking for someone who insists on maintaining a positive attitude and enjoys supporting a diverse group of people. If this job is for you, you are able to drive the students interest in education, in alignment with California’s teaching standards.

This position supports multiple sites throughout the Five Keys Santa Clara Programs and Northern California Region. The scheduled hours vary from 7:00 am – 8:00 pm; the current schedule is 8:00 am – 3:30 pm. Temporarily for the 2025‑2026 school year, this position will work 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week, with 195 working days annually. Based on the organization’s needs,…