Join Our Team

KEY Academy is seeking multiple subject teachers for grades K-8.

KEY Academy is seeking world language teachers (Arabic & Spanish).

KEY Academy exists to serve the unique academic and social needs of students from diverse backgrounds. The mission of KEY Academy is to promote academic excellence, equip students with foreign languages that enhance their cognitive skills, bridge cultural groups, and instill compassion and responsibility as a productive citizen.

Employees of KEY Academy will be dedicated to helping students reach their highest potential, as well as dedicating time to develop as a professional. We expect staff to embrace the idea of being a life-long learner and participate in professional developments and take on leadership roles within the School.

The following are the required qualifications needed to work at KEY Academy:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from a four year college or university
• Appropriately credentialed; NCLB compliant
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification
• Clear TB and criminal background check
• Holds either a CLAD or BCLAD certificate
• Ability to show proof to work in the United States

In addition, we know that teachers spend the majority of the day with the students and will need to be caring, dedicated, and effective instructors that take responsibility for their students. We are looking for individuals whom also possess the following attributes to become part of our founding team:

• Possess a belief that the goal of education is to benefit children; decisions should be made with the children’s well-being as the primary concern
• Be committed to the development of the School
• Be committed to the educational philosophy of the School (Direct Instruction and Differentiation)
• Embraces culturally relevant teaching
• Experience working with second language learners
• Commitment to developing the social, emotional, and academic potential of each student
• Knowledge of the state content adopted standards
• Willing to become a team player in an environment dedicated to a team approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and sees parents as partners
• Conduct his/her duties in a professional manner
• Have a ― can-do‖ attitude about any job that needs to be done and a respectful attitude when discussing student and staff issues.

If interested, please complete and attach the following documents to contact@keyacademycharter.org or you can send the complete application to PO BOX 547 Sunol, CA 94586:

• Letter of Interest
• Questions
• Resume

Download Teacher Questionnaire