Elementary School Teacher - Bi-Lingual

NATOMAS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual stipend $1,500+ for BCLAD in DI

Competitive salaries

Salary increases through 2026-2027

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Natomas Unified School District is hiring an Elementary Teacher for 1st grade at Heredia-Arriaga School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a valid Multiple Subject credential with bilingual authorization (BCLAD) and experience in dual immersion education.

Internal and external candidates may apply, with emphasis on collaboration and team planning. The teacher will plan, implement lessons, monitor student progress, and provide support as needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Multiple Subject credential with bilingual authorization (BCLAD) issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Three references required, including the most recent supervisor.
• Plan, prepare and implement lesson plans; provide instruction; evaluate student progress; and provide necessary support.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and implement lesson plans for assigned classes; provide instruction; evaluate student progress; provide necessary support.

Education

Multiple Subject credential with bilingual authorization (BCLAD)

Job description

Elementary Teacher - 1st Grade, Heredia-Arriaga School

Job Summary

NUSD is offering a Spanish dual immersion program at our new Heredia-Arriaga School campus that opened in 2023-2024. We are hiring teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. Teachers are required to have a multiple subject teaching credential with a bilingual authorization. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply. Teachers with experience and training in early elementary dual immersion education, who are team-orientated, collaborative, and who have a passion and commitment to the goals of dual immersion education are encouraged to apply.

Plan, prepare and implement lesson plans for assigned classes; to provide instruction; to evaluate student progress and provide special assistance as necessary; and to perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must hold a valid Multiple Subject credential with bilingual authorization (BCLAD) issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is required.

To be considered for hire, candidates must meet the minimum requirements including a successful interview and reference checks. Please note that we require three references, one of them must be the most recent supervisor.

Please attach the required documents:

• Certification (Copy of CBEST)
• Copy of Transcript
• Credential Copy
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please attach 3 current (within 2 years) letters)
• Resume

Why join Natomas Unified?

• *All teachers with a BCLAD credential working at a Dual Immersion Program School receive an annual stipend of at least $1,500.
• Competitive and growing salaries!
• *5.25% ongoing salary increases through the 2026-2027 school year
• *Year for Year Salary Credit
• *3% salary increase for Master's Degree

We care about your well-being!

• *NUSD offers excellent health & welfare benefits that include fully-funded options for the employee and their family.
• *Paid sick leave & other options for leave to use when needed, including 20 days of paid pregnancy disability leave
• *Access to our Employee Assistance Program

We care about your growth and future!

• *Public Retirement System
• *Paid professional development opportunities
• *Access to our Aspiring Leaders Program, designed to attract aspiring leaders who work as teachers in NUSD, to build leadership capacity, and to help connect them to programs that prepare them to

Natomas Unified School District is recruiting committed, collaborative, caring, and exemplary employees who are eager to provide an engaging and safe learning community for all students.

Our Goals

• Maximize Academic Growth, Responsibility, and Achievement for Each Student.
• Cultivate the Social-Emotional Well-Being of Each Student.
• Create a Safe, Engaging Environment Where Students Connect to School.
• Engage Parents and Families to Support Student Success.
• Hire, Train, and Retain High Quality Staff.

Important to know about NUSD:

• NUSD has been recognized as the 2nd most diverse school district in the nation.
• NUSD serves a growing community located with access to many recreational, cultural, and civic activities.
• We utilize technology to provide instructional leadership, assess student performance, and communicate effectively.
• Family options and choices are being championed districtwide as exemplified by the International Baccalaureate(IB), AP, AVID, and College/Career Pathways offered at specific sites.
• A Chromebook is provided for every student to use during daily instruction.
• Opportunities are provided to all staff for ongoing professional development in order to facilitate our ability to provide services that meet the diverse needs of our students.
• Leadership pathways are available to capture exemplary talent and develop professional potential.

We encourage you to explore Natomas Unified School District by visiting us at www.natomasunified.org and feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Natomas Unified School District is determined to provide district employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law. No district employee, and, to the extent required by law, interns, volunteers, and job applicants shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or another person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in employment, you should immediately contact the Coordinator III - Human Resources at 916-561-5253, [e-mail] or 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834. A copy of Natomas Unified School District's uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request.