Teacher - High School - Mathematics - 2026-2027 School Year (Position to begin January 14, 2027)

Job Description / Essential Elements

CAPISTRANO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

San Juan Capistrano, California

TEACHER - SECONDARY

DEFINITION

Under direction, teach and instruct pupils in grades 9 through 12 in secondary academic subject matter, social, behavioral, and other educational skill areas; plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive educational program for secondary level pupils; assist upper secondary level pupils in making appropriate life style adjustments, and in the determination of career and vocational choices; perform other related functions as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Teach and instruct in subject matter areas commonly found in a comprehensive secondary education program. Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines. Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing pupils, including lectures, demonstrations, discussions, lectures, and laboratory experiences. Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books, and other learning aids. Provide instruction in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandate, District policy, and administrative regulations. Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of pupils from varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and emotional maturity. Review, analyze, and evaluate the history, background, and assessment of pupils in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs. Individualize and adapt educational processes and procedures to enhance pupil educational opportunities. Provide group and individual instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities. Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures. Review, analyze, evaluate, and report pupil academic, social, and emotional growth. Prepare, administer, score, record, and report the results of criterion referenced tests, and administer, score, record, and report the results of group standardized tests in evaluating pupil growth and progress. Counsel, confer with, and communicate with parents, school, and District personnel regarding pupil progress, and in the interpretation of the educational program. Cooperatively pursue alternative solutions to ameliorate pupil learning problems, and to enhance expanded academic, social, and emotional growth opportunities. Maintain an effective learning environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays, and independent study centers. Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids. Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities. Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of secondary level pupils; academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of secondary level pupils; educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and educational trends and research findings pertaining to comprehensive secondary programming; behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures; socio-economic and cultural background differences of the school population. Ability To Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instructional program for pupils at the secondary level; provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds; effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs; provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment; perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences; comply with the District’s customer service standards, as outlined in Board Policy. Experience Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university, or two years of regular full time secondary level teaching experience. Education Possess a baccalaureate or higher degree with emphasis in an academic major or minor subject matter field commonly taught in secondary grade levels. Certification Requirement Possess a California credential authorizing service as a teacher of secondary level students in major or minor subject matter fields. 7/96 Revised 9/03; 3/04 Requirements / Qualifications Current California Mathematics Credential (Attach a printout with the Document Number from the CTC website. Do not attach the certificate.) CLAD or other English Learner Authorization (The authorization may be embedded in your CA credential) College transcripts (Unofficial copies are acceptable for application purposes) Current resume Three letters of recommendation or references from persons who can comment on your employment record (must be from within the last two years) Comments And Other Information The Capistrano Unified School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610). WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Laura Lyon Assistant Superintendent, Human Resource Services Title IX/Compliance Officer 33122 Valle Road San Juan Capistrano, California 92675 View phone number on click.appcast.io Dr. Meg Ervais Assistant Superintendent, Instruction and Curriculum 504 Compliance Officer, Secondary Brad Shearer Assistant Superintendent, Instruction and Curriculum 504 Compliance Officer, Elementary 33122 Valle Road San Juan Capistrano, California 92675 View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr CUSD