Elementary Teacher - Transitional Kindergarten - Walnut Grove Elementary

Teacher Position at Walnut Grove Elementary School

Please upload the following documents to your application in the additional uploads section of application. Incomplete applications will be screened out:

• Copy of Transcript
• Copy of Credential TK Teachers Preferred The CDE requires all TK/UPK teachers to possess 24 units in early childhood education, or childhood development, or both.
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Reference (minimum of three dated no older than 2 years)
• Resume

Currently we have one full-time positions open at Walnut Grove Elementary School which sits in Walnut Grove, CA. We are located 30 miles from Antioch, 37 miles from Fairfield, 41 miles from Dixon, 20 miles from Lodi and Galt, 20 miles from Elk Grove, 44 miles from Vacaville.

Credentialed Staff Salary Schedule

$63,741.00 - $113,527.00 Annually

Annual Stipends:

Masters $1000.00

Doctorate $1000.00

BCLAD $1000.00

Placement dependent on verifiable years of teaching experience in U.S. Public Education

MISSION STATEMENT

In a diverse community, rich in agricultural and family traditions, the River Delta Unified School District will provide a safe, supportive, rigorous, student-centered education in which all students are prepared to achieve their maximum potential and become productive members of society

ABOUT THE DISTRICT

River Delta is a K-12 district with an enrollment of 1,880. The District has 8 small schools: (4) K-6 elementary schools; (2) middle schools; and (2) high schools serving the communities of Clarksburg, Hood, Courtland, Walnut Grove, Ryde, Locke, Isleton, Rio Vista, Birds Landing, and Collinsville.

The River Delta Unified School District sits in three counties – Sacramento, Solano, and Yolo. Although it is a tri-county district, it is served by the Sacramento County Office of Education.

River Delta Unified School District is committed to providing a quality education for all students and has high standards and expectations for students' success in school. We are committed to ensuring that our students meet these standards and that our clients' expectations for educational excellence are not compromised. The District continually improves and expands its curriculum by implementing new programs and broadening the instructional strategies used in the classroom.

Staff development opportunities are provided, encouraged, and promoted. Strategic Schooling is ongoing in all our school sites and Common Core training and coaching is the top priority for the district currently. In addition, the District provides opportunities for staff to participate in on-going in-services in all curriculum areas. The district encourages advancement on the salary schedule for advanced classes taken to improve instruction in areas agreed upon by the teacher, principal, and Superintendent.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Teacher

Definition

To plan, prepare and implement lesson plans for assigned classes; to provide instruction, to evaluate student progress and provide special assistance as appropriate; and to perform related duties as outlined by California Education Code and District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives general direction from the Principal.

Exercises functional and technical supervision over instruction support staff.

Essential and Marginal Function Statements

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

1. Provide a learning environment that encourages individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student; promote and encourage a positive and learning environment.

2. Plan and prepare lessons; identify and select instructional material; provide instruction to students.

3. Plan, assign, and direct the work of instruction support staff; train staff and review work practices.

4. Establish standards of student performance which can be quantitively and qualitatively evaluated; prepare tests and assignments; correct papers and monitor student progress; prepare progress reports and report cards.

5. Assist in the identification, assessments, and resolution of special student problems; participate in IEP and Student Study Committee meetings, as appropriate; participate in the development in student goals.

6. Administer group tests in accordance with district and school testing programs; assess test results; identify student needs and provide appropriate instructional activities.

7. Develop goals and prepare and implement specific objectives for assigned class according to Board and District Policy.

8. Communicate with parents and students regarding the educational and social progress of students; identify areas for and methods for improvement.

9. Supervise students; enforce District and school rules, regulations, policies and procedures; recommend disciplinary actions as necessary.

10. Participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of changes and new developments related to teaching techniques and other techniques that have proven successful in the classroom.

11. Attend regular in-service training.

Marginal Functions:

1. Exercise supervision and care over books, supplies, and equipment; instruct students on proper use and preservation of school properties.

2. Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.

3. Participate in extracurricular activities.

4. Procure and order supplies and equipment.

5. Perform related duties and responsibilities as outlined by California Education Code, District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Standard instructional methods and techniques.

Teaching principles and practices.

Curriculums for assigned grade level.

Pertinent, Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Recent developments, current literature and information related to curriculum.

Assessment techniques to identify and resolve student problems.

Ability to:

Prepare and implement lesson plans.

Learn and provide assistance to students requiring special medical assistance.

Assess student needs and develop appropriate instructional material.

Motivate Students

Work effectively with students and parents.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking or standing for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment.

Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment.

Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Teaching experience, which may include student teaching.

Training:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

License or Credential:

Possession of a valid Teaching Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions:

Classroom environment.

Physical Conditions:

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining a physical condition necessary for standing and walking for prolonged periods of time.