Special Education RSP Teachers, Summer School at La Canada Unified School District
About the Employer
“Our Success is Intentional” La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community, La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3,975 students, supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanford’s Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social, emotional, and physical health and resilience. La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation, which contributes over $2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools, with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools, with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 7/8 was named a National Forum “School to Watch” school four times, most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools, with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.
Job Summary
Job Summary
La Cañada Unified School District has openings for special education RSP teachers in both the elementary and secondary levels for the 2021 extended school year program. Instruction is to be delivered in-person on the school campus. If, however, schools are required to close during the time period set for summer school, classes will continue through online instruction. The list of expected positions is as follows: • Three Positions: Elementary RSP, grades 1-6, Paradise Canyon Elementary School, 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. plus 0.5 hours of prep • Two Positions: Secondary RSP, grades 7-9 or 10-12, La Cañada High School, 7:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. plus 0.5 hours of prep
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Deadline: 12 p.m., Friday, April 9, 2021 Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California teaching credential in special education (mild/moderate or moderate/severe), including a certification to teach English Language Learner students. Older special education credentials are acceptable if the candidate holds an additional RSP authorization. 2. Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Work Time: 23 days, June 15 through July 16, 2021. Monday, July 5th will be observed as a holiday. Teachers will be contracted for the daily instructional time plus an additional 0.5 hours of prep per day.
Application Procedure: 1. Applicants may submit a resume with references and a copy of his/her special education teaching credential electronically through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org) or by mailing the materials to the address listed below. Letters of introduction and/or letters of recommendation are welcome but optional. Paper submissions may be addressed and mailed to: Dr. Debra Cradduck, Executive Director of Personnel Services La Cañada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Avenue La Cañada, CA 91011 2. After initial paper screening, candidates will be contacted for a personal interview as soon after the application deadline as possible. It is expected that interviews will be conducted via an online platform, such as Zoom or Google Meet. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Items below are required for application to be considered:
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Intro letter is welcome but optional.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Letters of recommendation are welcome but optional.)
- Other (References)
- Resume
- Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development Certificate (if ELD/SDAIE authorization is not embedded in single subject credential)
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate (or Moderate/Severe or older special education credential with RSP authorization)
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Deadline: 12 p.m., Friday, April 9, 2021 Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California teaching credential in special education (mild/moderate or moderate/severe), including a certification to teach English Language Learner students. Older special education credentials are acceptable if the candidate holds an additional RSP authorization. 2. Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Work Time: 23 days, June 15 through July 16, 2021. Monday, July 5th will be observed as a holiday. Teachers will be contracted for the daily instructional time plus an additional 0.5 hours of prep per day.
Application Procedure: 1. Applicants may submit a resume with references and a copy of his/her special education teaching credential electronically through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org) or by mailing the materials to the address listed below. Letters of introduction and/or letters of recommendation are welcome but optional. Paper submissions may be addressed and mailed to: Dr. Debra Cradduck, Executive Director of Personnel Services La Cañada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Avenue La Cañada, CA 91011 2. After initial paper screening, candidates will be contacted for a personal interview as soon after the application deadline as possible. It is expected that interviews will be conducted via an online platform, such as Zoom or Google Meet. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Items below are required for application to be considered:
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Intro letter is welcome but optional.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Letters of recommendation are welcome but optional.)
- Other (References)
- Resume
- Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development Certificate (if ELD/SDAIE authorization is not embedded in single subject credential)
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Mild/Moderate (or Moderate/Severe or older special education credential with RSP authorization)
Comments and Other Information
Salary Range: The hourly rate for a certificated summer school teacher is $55.39. Timesheets will be turned in on June 30 and July 16, 2021. Paychecks will be issued on July 2 and August 5, 2021. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Comments and Other Information
Salary Range: The hourly rate for a certificated summer school teacher is $55.39. Timesheets will be turned in on June 30 and July 16, 2021. Paychecks will be issued on July 2 and August 5, 2021. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Application Deadline
4/9/2021 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/23/2021
Contact
Danielle Newcom
818-952-8385
818-952-8385
Number of Openings
5
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$55.39 per hour, contracted for 4.0 or 4.75 hours per day
Length of Work Year
Summer School, June 15-July 16, 2021
Employment Type
Part Time