Classroom Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Teacher, Elementary

Date Posted:
5/18/2026

Location:
To Be Determined

Date Available:
2026-27 School Year

Closing Date:
07/01/2026
CLASSROOM TEACHER

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

NOTE

This application is open to current Child Care and Child Development (CDCC) Head Teacher and Teachers who are interested in becoming a Classroom Teacher.


DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the school administrator, provides an instructional program in accordance with the requirements of approved District curriculum with established expectations for student progress.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

An earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

Credential

• A valid California Intern credential authorizing teaching service in the elementary, middle, or high school setting.
• Enrollment in a program that will provide English Learner Authorization

WORK YEAR

186 days

SALARY SCHEDULE

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Glendale Unified School District and the Glendale Teachers Association, this position aligns with salary schedule A or B, depending on the credential type, verifiable years of prior service, and educational history verified through an official transcript from an accredited university or college.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Teaches classes in elementary or secondary schools in accordance with the requirements of approved courses of study.
2. Develops lesson plans that engage students in cognitively challenging work aligned to standards.
3. Utilizes data about individual student progress, strengths and needs in planning.
4. Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
5. Evaluates student learning to determine progress, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
6. Provides differentiated instruction in order to modify and accommodate for English Learners and students with special needs.
7. Actively plans with grade level or department teams and collaborates effectively with all educational partners.
8. Creates a safe and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to participate and share ideas.
9. Models respectful and polite interactions with all students.
10. Demonstrates use of a fair, firm, and consistent classroom management system.
11. Provides clear behavior expectations for students and monitors student behavior throughout the school campus.
12. Participates in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings to develop IEPs for eligible students.
13. Assumes responsibility for meeting student performance goals and working with colleagues to meet defined achievement goals.
14. Provides ongoing communication with parents/guardians to create a partnership around student learning by providing information about the instructional program and the progress of their child/children.
15. Maintains professional competence through staff development activities provided by the District and self-selected professional growth activities.
16. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, and materials.
17. Reflects on practice and student progress to inform future instructional strategies.
18. During periods of critical personnel shortage or other emergency situations, shall temporarily perform any duties, as directed, within the authorization of credential/s held.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

1. Knowledge of the developmental needs of elementary school students, including an understanding of appropriate behavior management strategies.
2. Knowledge of and ability to implement a cognitively challenging instructional program to elementary, middle, or high school students.
3. Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the learning needs of all students.
4. Knowledge of pedagogy and content for effective instruction at the elementary, middle, or high school level.
5. Ability to communicate effectively by providing clear, concise instruction using academic language.
6. Ability to listen without bias and provide appropriate feedback.
7. Ability to demonstrate proficiency in written and oral English.
8. Knowledge of methods for effective collaboration and the ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders.
9. Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, economic and disability groups.
10. Demonstrate understanding, patience and approachability toward students, parents and colleagues.

SUPERVISION

Under the Supervision of the Site Administrator/Designee

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

1. Application Materials

All applicants must submit a completed Application, a letter of introduction, a resume of training and qualifications, three (3) current references, and proof of Intern-Eligibility.


Applicants may view the job posting on EdJoin; however, all applications must be submitted through the Frontline platform using the link provided in the posting. Applications submitted directly to Human Resources will not be accepted.

2. Application Submission Deadline

All application materials must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 1, 2026 via the Frontline platform. Paper applications will not be accepted.

3. Personal Interviews

After initial screening of all applications, selected candidates will be contacted for a personal interview with site administration.

Attachment(s):

• CLASSROOM TEACHER INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY