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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our Commitment:

Vista College Prep is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that all students deserve to see themselves in the adults who shape their lives, and that diverse teams are strong teams.  We strongly believe that demographics do not determine destiny and that all students deserve a quality education.  Our students will achieve educational equity when we make commit to both academic achievement and racial justice.  It is this commitment that drives our decisions, policies, and practices.

Our Team:

We have proudly grown schools where more than 60% of our team identifies as people of color - over twice the national average - and where diversity and inclusion practices inform how we work together as a Vista team. We cultivate and strengthen our diversity through hiring, retention, and leadership development practices. We strive to model inclusion, development from within, listen to diverse perspectives, and above all respect each other’s differences - scholars, families, and staff. We will continue to redefine what is possible in education and ensure we are leading with empathy, modeling courage and working with purpose.

Our Curriculum:

Continuously reflecting on and evolving our K-8 curriculum to embrace and celebrate a diverse array of voices and perspectives is critical to our mission. Our educational approach encourages students to engage with literature from a wide range of authors, fostering vibrant classroom discussions where diverse ideas are explored. We commit to nurturing our students’ voices and fostering a sense of their own agency, recognizing that not only will they need them for their own success but also because the world eagerly awaits the unique perspective they have to offer.

Interviewing with Vista: What to Expect

  • Apply by submitting your resume through our Open Positions Page.

  • Participate in a first round phone screen to share more about your goals and experiences.

  • Engage in a second round video interview, discussing your reflections on videos and scenarios shared with you ahead of time. This step helps us get to know you more and helps you to better understand Vista’s mission.

  • Tour one of our schools, teach a demo lesson, and debrief your lesson. This in-person interview will simulate a Vista lesson debrief cycle.

  • Share reference information and complete any final steps as required for the position.

Benefits for Full-Time Roles

Healthcare

Vista offers multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, including plans with no cost to employees in monthly premiums and $0 copays. Vista also pays 100% of monthly premiums for life, and disability insurance. Vista offers no-cost 24/7 mental health resources available for all staff and their households.

Compensation

Vista offers a competitive compensation package for all staff, including additional compensation on top of base pay for teaching staff through the Teacher Career Pathway.

Family

Vista offers a strong parental leave policy. Maternity leave is 12 weeks, including 6 paid weeks through short-term disability and 6 weeks of paid leave for eligible staff. Vista provides spouses with 2 weeks of paid time off following the birth of their child.

Retirement

All Vista staff may elect to contribute to Vista’s 401k, including a match of up to 3%.

Time Off

Vista teachers and campus faculty enjoy a minimum of 27 paid holidays each school year. All roles include paid sick and/or personal time off, as well as, a school calendar with vacations and Wellness Fridays to support our staff and the sustainability of our work.

Support & Development

At Vista, we empower teachers to focus on teaching. We equip our team members with the tools needed to succeed, including instructional materials, quality professional development, laptop computers for staff and 1:1 devices for students.