Teacher Eligibility Pool: Single Subject Ethnic Studies, Middle/High (2026-27)

Location Varies; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 62,695 - 109,878; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement benefits through the CALSTRS

Extensive professional development opportunities

Job summary

A public school district in Oakland is seeking dedicated educators for the Teacher Eligibility Pool in Single Subject Ethnic Studies. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $62,695.20 to $109,878 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement options. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and be eligible for a California teaching credential. Join in fostering an equitable and engaging educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for employment in the US and pass a criminal background check.
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree and a California teaching credential.
• Have two current professional references on file.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a classroom environment focused on high academic achievement.
• Provide personalized guidance to students and foster community engagement.

Skills

Passion for education

Equity-focused approaches

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

California teaching credential (or willingness to earn)

Job description

Teacher Eligibility Pool: Single Subject Ethnic Studies, Middle/High (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District | Location Varies - Oakland, California | Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5468630

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 11, 2025 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This posting is for candidates who would like to be considered for any and all Single Subject Ethnic Studies Teacher openings at OUSD. This is not an advertisement of a current vacancy at OUSD, but rather an opportunity to submit applications to be screened for anticipated vacancies. Please also apply for any site-specific positions you may be interested in.

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We are looking for passionate and dedicated educators, classified staff, and leaders to join us in creating joyful, healing, and liberatory spaces of learning for Oakland students, families, and communities.

Oakland educators are passionate, equity-focused, and resilient. Oakland Unified is an incredible place to build and develop your career in service of our core values: students first, joy, equity, excellence, integrity, and cultural responsiveness.

Our Mission and Vision

The Oakland Unified School District's mission is to build a Full Service Community District focused on high academic achievement while serving the whole child, eliminating inequity, and providing each child with excellent teachers, every day.

Our vision is that all OUSD students will find joy in their academic experience while graduating with the skills to ensure they are caring, competent, fully-informed, critical thinkers who are prepared for college, career, and community success. Our Strategic Plan can be read here.

What we offer teachers:

Oakland Unified has received substantial funding to support Grow Our Own pathway programs including Classified‑to‑Teacher, Maestr@s, and the Salesforce Recruitment & Retention Initiative for Middle Schools programs. We are invested in creating and maintaining affinity spaces for educators that support retention and socio‑emotional support. We provide extensive professional development and training for experienced and new teachers, innovative curricula, ongoing mentoring and advancement opportunities. In addition to professional development and training:

• We accept up to twelve years of full‑time teaching experience in other school settings on the salary schedule (please see our salary schedule here: OUSD Salary Schedules Ranges – Oakland Unified School District)


• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, including Flexible Spending Accounts, plus life insurance and long‑term disability coverage for teacher and dependents at no cost to full‑time teachers


• Retirement benefits through the CALSTRS Retirement System


• BCLAD Stipend


• In partnership with TRiO Plus, Oakland Unified Educators have access to more affordable housing.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree, must be eligible for employment in the US and pass a criminal background check. Candidates must possess, or be willing to earn, a California teaching credential. Candidates must have two current professional references on file, including one from a previous supervisor.

Any questions email [e-mail] or fill out this Interest Survey.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Salary

$62,695.20 to $109,878 Per Year

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > High School / Secondary

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: Current Issues

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: General

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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