Transitional Kindergarten Teacher - Rio Seco - Temporary Opening for 2026-2027 School Year

Santee School District•Santee, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires a Multiple Subject Credential AND the possession of a Child Development Teacher Permit. The Child Development Teacher Permit may be substituted if the applicant has at least 24 units of Early Childhood Education courses, Child Development courses, or a combination of the two. CLASSROOM TEACHER PRIMARY FUNCTION: A teacher in the Santee School District under the immediate supervision of the site administrator, and as a member of the school staff, shall provide appropriate instruction and guidance to students assigned to him/her consistent with the California Standards for the Teaching Profession, Academic Content Standards, instructional materials and methodologies adopted by the Board shall work with other District employees and parents in creating an overall school environment conducive to learning for the students in the District.

Requirements

Multiple Subject Credential
Child Development Teacher Permit (or at least 24 units of Early Childhood Education courses, Child Development courses, or a combination of the two)
Bachelor’s degree, including all courses to meet credential requirements.
Knowledge of Oral and written English communication skills.
Knowledge of Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Knowledge of student health concerns and necessary emergency procedures such as EpiPen administration, allergy response, etc.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience is recognized as being desirable
Successful completion of a student-teaching program will be accepted with above average recommendations from supervisors or other professionals who have observed the teacher’s personal characteristics, scholastic attainment and classroom performance.

Responsibilities

Compile and analyze data as required for documentation and program planning.
Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and 504 plans.
Maintain accurate grade and assessment records for students assigned to him/her.
Maintain awareness and understanding of current educational trends and developments through professional literature and by attending conferences, site and District meetings.
Maintain personal standards of dress and grooming in accordance with Board policy.
Maintain standard of promptness and accuracy in carrying out assignments.
Meet obligations as specified by the Education Code and Board Policy.
Meet professional and education standards required of all teachers.
Participate in school and community-related activities such as staff meetings, School Site Council, PTA special projects, etc.
Perform basic attendance accounting and business tasks as required.
Share responsibility for effective operation of the school program.
Support and participate in District and school programs such as Title I, GATE English Learners and other categorical programs.
Assess and document students’ academic and social growth; keep appropriate records; collect and analyze student data; and prepare progress reports and intervention plans consistent with District/school requirements.
Collaborate with school staff and parents to provide instructional services to students with disabilities consistent with 504 plans.
Collaborate with Special Education service personnel to provide instructional services to students with special needs consistent with Individual Education Plans.
Communicate regularly with parent or guardian through a variety of means and hold parent conferences consistent with District/school requirements to discuss the individual student’s progress and interpret the school program.
Cooperate with other professional staff members. Assess and help students and parents to solve health, attitudinal, behavior and learning problems.
Create and implement a classroom management plan that includes positive behavior supports needed to achieve an engaging and safe learning atmosphere in the classroom. Assume the primary responsibility for supervision of the behavior of students during the entire school day.
Instruct students in citizenship and character education as specified in the Education Code and District policies and procedures.
Prepare and utilize lesson plans and instructional materials and strategies consistent with Academic Content Standards and appropriate to the readiness and maturity of the students. Make such materials, including the plan book, seating chart, class list, assigned duties and schedules available to the substitute teacher.
Provide daily instruction consistent with assignment utilizing the Academic Content Standards, formative and summative assessments, textbooks, and other appropriate materials.
Use appropriate technology to provide instruction to students and communicate with students, parents and staff.
Administer Federal, State and District assessments in accordance with established guidelines.
Collaborate with District offices in distributing and collecting paperwork to facilitate communication and adhere to laws and/or policies.
Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and as requested by the supervisor, participate in the selection of these employees.
Research and select books, instructional aids, materials and supplies for his/her classroom, and maintain required inventory records.
Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
Supervise student teachers, paraprofessionals, and parent volunteers when applicable.