Elementary School Teacher (La Crescenta Elementary)

Glendale Unified School District; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Glendale Unified School District seeks an Elementary School Classroom Teacher for TK-6 at La Crescenta Elementary to implement district curriculum and engage students in a supportive learning environment.

The role emphasizes differentiated instruction, collaboration with grade-level teams, and ongoing communication with parents about student progress, IEPs, and achievement goals. 186-day school year with salary per district agreement.

Qualifications

• An earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• California credential authorizing teaching service in elementary grades.
• English Learner Authorization.
• Knowledge of developmental needs of elementary students and behavior management.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Teaches elementary classes in accordance with approved courses of study.
• Develops lesson plans aligned to standards and cognitively challenging work.
• Uses data on student progress to plan and adjust lessons.
• Provides differentiated instruction for English Learners and students with disabilities.
• Maintains records and communicates progress to parents/guardians.
• Collaborates with grade-level teams and educational partners.

Job description

Elementary School Teacher (La Crescenta Elementary) JobID: 436

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Teacher, Elementary
• Date Posted: 6/3/2025
• Date Available: 2025-26 School Year

ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM TEACHER (TK-6)

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

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

Credential

1. A valid California credential authorizing teaching service in the elementary grades.
2. English Learner Authorization.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

SUPERVISION

Under the Supervision of the Site Administrator/Designee

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.