Elementary Teacher, Nipomo Elementary 2026-2027

Lucia Mar Unified School District•Arroyo Grande, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Classroom Teacher plans, and administers the math instructional program and classroom operation in compliance with guidelines and regulations determined by the administration, Board of Education, state and federal agencies. The teacher will create an environment that encourages learning, motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to establish and continue a firm foundation to perpetuate the learning experience through the post secondary education and/or career opportunities. The Elementary Classroom Teacher will utilize all the resources available to establish a cooperative relationship with parents, staff members and administrators to support each student's opportunity to learn and grow in educational and life experiences. The position of Elementary Classroom Teacher shall include active participation in the school's operation to support a positive learning environment.

Requirements

Valid California Multiple Subject teaching credential with an authorization to teach in grades K-6 in a self-contained setting.
CLAD/BCLAD/EL Authorization (Emergency permits are not accepted).
A Bachelor's Degree, including all courses and/or exams needed to meet credentialing and subject matter competency.
As mandated by the state, and accepted by the school district.
Resourceful, innovative, helpful, diligent, persistent, and a willingness to work with colleagues and students.
Stand and/ or sit for extended periods of time.
See and read printed matter with or without vision aids.
Hear and understand speech at normal levels.
Speak English so that others may understand at normal levels.
Stoop, twist, bend over, grasp, reach overhead, push, pull, and move, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds to waist height.
Is able to move throughout the building and school grounds as necessary.
Able to concentrate on a single task for up to three (3) hours at a time.
Able to learn quickly and adapt to a variety of technology, machinery, instructions, and task methods.
Able to meet deadlines in terms of work assignment schedules.
Is able to speak and write in a clear, concise manner.
Interact daily in person with other members of the school staff and possess comfortable interpersonal skills and cooperative attitudes.
Convey an understanding, patient attitude toward other students, parents, staff and members of the community.
Maintain the privacy of confidential information including student grades, progress, etc.
This position is designated as a Mandated Reporter. The position shall report in accordance with California state regulations who observe, have actual knowledge, or reasonably suspect child or elder/dependent abuse or neglect to appropriate agencies.
The Candidate selected for this position will be required to present prior to the first date of employment: 1) a social security card; 2) proof of tuberculin risk assessment prior to the first day of hire; 3) pass State and Federal fingerprint clearances; and 4) complete all pre-employment training including but not limited to Child Abuse Reporting and Sexual Harassment/Abusive Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Valid California Driver's License
Prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Teaches multiple subjects, including curriculum design, and incorporates critical learning procedures.
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter as specified in state laws, regulations and District policies.
Develops clear and appropriate lesson plans and identifies instructional materials.
Selects, designs and organizes objectives, strategies and materials for teaching multiple subjects, and incorporates research findings in the instructional program.
Provides individualized and small group instruction (as necessary) to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Determines the appropriate pace for instruction related to students' abilities and explains material and subject content to students and parents.
Differentiates instruction for students based upon need and works with students and other teachers in inclusive settings.
Establishes and maintains standards of behavior in the classroom and throughout the school to achieve a positive and functional learning atmosphere for students
Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares student progress reports, and provides accurate and constructive feedback to students and parents. (as necessary).
Uses data to improve the learning and instruction process.
Create and maintain an environment that fosters student creativity, critical thinking skills, academic achievement and the development of lifelong skills.
Show competence and confidence in working with new technology and various application packages.
Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive mentoring and working relationships with students and colleagues.
Create a classroom environment reflective of the 21st century skills and the various student individual needs.
Be a role-model for students regarding life-long learning and professional behavior.
Establish and implement a classroom discipline policy to articulate and maintain standards of expected pupil behavior and achieve an effective learning environment in the classroom; maintain a classroom atmosphere conductive to learning.
Provide students with additional instruction as required if they need support in academic skill development.
Maintain positive staff relations; Works closely with the site principal to collaboratively lead the school through shared decision-making processes.
Cooperates with other professional staff members to identify student needs and develop assessments to solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Participates in faculty committees, meetings and other faculty sponsored programs supporting the educational program.
Demonstrates regular and timely attendance.
Networking and collegiality, mutual support, and deep individual and collective reflection and expected amongst staff.
Promotes a positive image of public education; willingly engages with community and business partners to be incorporated as a resource in curriculum development and student projects.
Attend and participate in required in-service activities.
Meet deadlines; maintain appropriate records and prepare progress reports as required; follow district promotion policy.
Follows District and Schools' policies.