Transitional Kindergarten Teacher - Otis Elementary (1.0 FTE) 2025/26 SY - REOPENED

Alameda Unified School District; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alameda Unified School District is seeking a Transitional Kindergarten Teacher for Otis Elementary for the 2025/26 school year. This role involves fostering an inclusive educational environment for young learners, supporting their growth, and ensuring equitable educational opportunities. Candidates must possess relevant credentials and demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equity in education.

Qualifications

• At least 24 units in early childhood education or child development.
• Experience with preschool-age children in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons to Transitional Kindergarten students.
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Bilingual

Classroom management

Education

Multiple subject credential

Child Development Teacher Permit

Job description

Transitional Kindergarten Teacher - Otis Elementary (1.0 FTE) 2025/26 SY - REOPENED

Transitional Kindergarten Teacher - Otis Elementary (1.0 FTE) 2025/26 SY - REOPENED

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The Alameda Unified School District is committed to upholding our community’s core values of equity and excellence for every student by providing inclusive and safe conditions for learning that challenge and support every student to be culturally competent and prepared for college, career, and community participation. Our vision is that each and every child is compassionate, confident, and feels successful, academically prepared, and able to make meaningful, positive impact in their lives, the lives of others, and the world around them. We are a diverse community of seventeen (17) schools serving approximately 9000 students ranging from Preschool to Adult Learners. Our students represent many cultures and ethnic groups, with 72 languages spoken by students. Approximately 14% of our students are English Language Learners; 12% receive Special Education Services; and 29% are Socioeconomically Disadvantaged. Our student population is comprised of 7% African American, 27% Asian, 16% Hispanic, 30% White, and 12% Two or more races. Equity Imperative The Alameda Unified School District believes that inequities exist within our current educational system. Our African American and Latinx students are underserved and it is our responsibility at Alameda Unified School District to provide equitable educational opportunities for them and all students. A diverse workforce matters and is beneficial to all of our students. With this ideal in mind, our goal is to find the best candidates suited to uphold our community’s core values of equity and excellence for every student. For more information about the Alameda Unified School District, please visit: https://www.alamedaunified.orgRequirements / Qualifications

Multiple subject credential AND at least 24 units in early childhood education or child development, or both; as determined and documented by the local educational agency employing the teacher, professional experience in a classroom setting with preschool age children meeting the criteria established by the governing board or body of the local educational agency that is comparable to the 24 units of education; or a Child Development Teacher Permit, or an early childhood education specialist credential, issued from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). -Permit options: Child Development Teacher Permit, Child Development Master Teacher Permit, Child Development Site Supervisor Permit, or the Child Development Program Director English Learner Authorization or an approved alternative required. Desired: Bilingual: Cantonese, Spanish, Tagalog and/or Vietnamese. Posted: 5/9/25-5/14/25 REOPENED: 5/29/25

Please be sure to attach all the following documents: resume, introduction letter, transcripts or a copy of your degree, CBEST scores, CSET scores, credential, and letters of recommendation.

Comments and Other InformationAUSD Non-Discrimination Policy The Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The AUSD does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the Alameda Unified School District efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in AUSD employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Educational Services department. Any questions regarding Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 or Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1974, please contact: Kirsten Zazo Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services 2060 Challenger Drive Alameda, CA 94501 510.337.7095 Telephone [phone] Fax

AUSD Non-Discrimination Policy The Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The AUSD does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the Alameda Unified School District efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in AUSD employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Educational Services department. Any questions regarding Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 or Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1974, please contact: Kirsten Zazo Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services 2060 Challenger Drive Alameda, CA 94501 510.337.7095 Telephone [phone] Fax

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