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About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid California Multiple Subject Credential with English Learner Authorization or CLAD; new credential-program graduates may be considered with a program letter confirming requirements have been met and stating the completion date.
• Valid California credential authorizing service in the assigned grade and/or subject area(s).
• Satisfy employment conditions: DOJ clearance/background check, AB 2534 Egregious Misconduct Check, TB clearance, valid California driver’s license, credential verification, and Board of Trustees approval.
• Submit an online Ed-Join application with scanned credential copy, letter of introduction, up to three letters of reference, and resume; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Strong foundational knowledge of the science of reading, the math framework, and social-emotional learning.
• Ability to collaborate in Professional Learning Communities and grade-level teams.
• Ability to build meaningful, trusting relationships with families, students, and staff.
• Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and to reflective practice and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, carry out, and evaluate instruction for assigned students, classes, and subject areas in collaboration with staff.
• Identify student instructional needs and select appropriate materials; establish and assess student performance standards.
• Assist district and school specialists in identifying, assessing, and addressing student health, attitude, and learning concerns.
• Administer group tests as required and use results to identify student needs and plan appropriate instruction.
• Communicate with students and parents or guardians about individual progress and the school program; maintain accurate records of progress, achievement, and attendance and prepare required reports.
• Use varied instructional techniques and develop lesson plans aligned with student needs, state frameworks, district policies, and guidelines.
• Develop elementary long-range lesson plans and assigned-class objectives; participate in school and district curriculum development.
• Maintain professional competence through professional growth, district workshops, in-service training, or college classes.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning and demonstrate firmness, fairness, empathy, and respect.
• Apply relevant education laws, board policies, district regulations, and school procedures in the classroom and assigned areas.
• Work cooperatively with school staff and coordinate the work of aides, assistants, paraprofessionals, and volunteers.
• Maintain classroom materials, equipment, and records of student accountability for school property; teach students its proper use and care.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of students in the classroom and provide assigned supervision, including during passing periods, recess, and before and after school.
• Attend required meetings, model punctuality, follow professional ethics standards, and cooperate with site administration on budget development and implementation.
• Address staff differences first at the unit or school level and seek chairperson or administrator assistance if needed.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and promote positive school-community relationships.