Project Resource Teacher assigned to Knox Middle School

San Diego Unified School District; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 13,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

San Diego Unified School District seeks a Project Resource Teacher assigned to Knox Middle School in San Diego, CA. 0.2 FTE (one day per week) position beginning immediately, working on site at Knox Middle School.

Required credentials: Valid California teaching credential (Multiple Subject or Single Subject). Preferred experience includes coordinating student activities, public speaking, and shaping academic vocabulary for middle school students.

Qualifications

• Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential OR Single Subject Teaching Credential by the closing date.
• Experience coordinating student activities and field trips is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage Academic Ambassador Program logistics and field trips.
• Coach Knox students to present confidently and use academic vocabulary.
• Collaborate with Knox teachers and partner with elementary schools to align activities.
• Track program impact and communicate progress to families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Middle school experience

Public speaking

Academic vocabulary

Collaboration

Education

Teaching Credential (CA)

Job description

Project Resource Teacher assigned to Knox Middle School

San Diego Unified School District Knox Middle School - San Diego, California Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5957677
• Application Deadline: Oct 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: Oct 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Project Resource Teacher assigned to Knox Middle School. This opportunity is open to all interested candidates.

OVERVIEW

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for professionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

POSITION SPECIFICS

• Working Location: Knox Middle School - 1098 S 49th St, San Diego, CA 92113
• 0.2 FTE (1 Day per week) Position
• Experience in the following is preferred, but not required:
  • Working directly with middle school or 4th–5th grade students in a school setting.
  • Organizing student activities, coaching public speaking and academic vocabulary, and preparing students to present their learning confidently.
  • Coordinating multi‑school visits, managing classroom logistics, and setting clear behavioral and academic expectations.
  • Guiding students through collaboration, questioning strategies, reflection, and connecting mentorship to their academic progress.
• This application requires you to respond to position-specific questions in your submitted online application. These questions are identified below in the APPLICATION INFORMATION section.

Examples of Duties:

The Project Resource Teacher assigned to support Knox Middle School is responsible for developing and coordinating the Knox Academic Ambassador Program. In this role, the teacher will organize weekly field trips connecting Knox students with partner 5th‑grade classrooms through standards‑aligned academic experiences. The teacher will prepare Knox ambassadors to deepen their own understanding by explaining, modeling, questioning, and teaching academic concepts to younger students—building strong communication skills, mastery of content, and precise academic vocabulary. Additionally, the teacher will guide student reflection on these experiences and enhance family engagement by helping parents and guardians understand learning goals, proficiency expectations, student progress, and effective ways to support learning at home.

The incumbent will expected to :

• Organize and manage all Academic Ambassador Program logistics, including student selection, permission slips, transportation, and visit schedules for partner elementary schools.
• Prepare and coach Knox students through structured rehearsals to model skills, use academic vocabulary, and present confidently to younger peers.
• Collaborate with teachers and PLCs at Knox and partner with elementary schools to align visit activities with grade‑level standards.
• Track program impact through academic and participation data and communicate student progress and mastery to Knox families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Licenses and Other Requirements

Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential OR Single Subject Teaching Credential by the closing date of the application deadline.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• Online employment application
  • A completed online employment application must be submitted/received electronically by the closing date.
  • Current and previous employment history and education to evaluate your qualifications, and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and application questions.
  • It is important to note that a resume does not substitute for completing the Work Experience and Education sections.
• Answer all application questions
  • The application questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
• Contact information for all previous places of employment where you served in a certificated position must be listed under the 'Employment History' section of the application (Assembly Bill 2534).
  • As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service.
  • In accordance with California Assembly Bill 2534, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete employment history. Please adhere to the following:
    • List Every Educational Employer: You must include every school district, county office of education, charter school, other educational institutions, or state special school where you have been employed, regardless of your length of service.
    • HR Contact Information: In the Employer Email field, you must provide the email address for that employer's Human Resources or Personnel Office (i.e., not your direct supervisor).
  • These email addresses are required to satisfy the employment verification and background requirements mandated by Education Code section 44939.5.
• Contact information for three references must be listed in the 'Reference' section of the application.
  • References should be from a current or previous supervisor. Reference email requests may be sent at any time during the application screening process of this recruitment. These reference requests are not an indication of progression in the recruitment process or an interview opportunity. Written reference letters dated within the last year are also accepted and may be attached to your online application in the Reference Section.
• Attach required documents (PDF format recommended)
  • Credential
    • Valid California Teaching Credential is required.
    • A copy of your valid California Credential, or equivalent out-of-state credential, MUST be attached to your submitted online application.
    • Detailed instructions to view and print California credential(s) may be found on the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at this LINK. For other states, please visit the state educator license/credential website.
  • Additional documents (optional)
    • Cover Letter / Letter of Intent
    • Resume
    • Letters of Recommendation
    • Additional documents, if any, may be attached to the online employment application.
  • Position-Specific Questions (Required)
    • To be considered for this position, you must answer every position-specific question. Failure to answer each position-specific question will result in your application being considered incomplete and disqualify you from further consideration for this recruitment.
    • QUESTION 1: Describe your experience working with Elementary or Middle School age students.
    • QUESTION 2: Describe your organizational strategies that will support arranging and managing weekly field trips to Elementary Schools with our Middle School students.

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  If you have questions about your application, please email [e-mail].

  Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico: [phone], [e-mail] /Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward: [phone], [e-mail] /504 Coordinator Eri Nall: [phone], [e-mail]

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  Position Type and Salary

  Position Type: Part-Time

  Salary: $12,500.54 to $26,458.32 Per Year

  Job Categories

  Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

  Job Requirements

  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required

  Contact Information

  • Human Resources
  • Email: [e-mail]