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Lead 1st - 2nd Grade Teacher at Legacy Academy Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 10/28/2026 Contact Kate Bagley (916) 542-4780 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Length of Work Year 10 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Legacy Academy is a Christ-centered, non-profit learning academy based in Folsom, CA currently serving Pre-K through 5th grade students in the Sacramento region, with plans to grow to serve students through 12th grade. Our program offers a uniquely rich experience, equipping young leaders academically, as well as in their character, social-emotional, and spiritual development. Our engaging learning environment combines best practices from several educational approaches with collaborative projects and experiential learning opportunities. Students participate in a mixed-age, studio-style classroom setting where they develop foundational academic skills (math, language arts, science, social studies), while also strengthening critical thinking, responsibility, initiative, teamwork, and communication. Instructors serve as guides and mentors who support students in developing strong academic and social-emotional skills, confidence, character, and practical life skills. In addition to core academic learning, our program incorporates leadership development, physical activity, and real-world projects designed to help students build valuable skills and a strong sense of purpose. Legacy Academy operates under the nonprofit organization Legacy Collaborative, which supports programs focused on youth development, education, and leadership formation in the Sacramento area. Job Summary Job Summary Legacy Academy is seeking a Lead 1st-2nd Grade Teacher to guide a mixed-age elementary classroom in a Christ-centered learning community. We're looking for an exceptional educator with strong classroom teaching experience, literacy and math instruction expertise, differentiated teaching strategies, and confident classroom leadership. As the lead teacher, you'll design engaging learning experiences, assess student growth, build meaningful relationships with students and families, and cultivate a joyful classroom where children thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer. Comments and Other Information For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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