Classroom Teacher - Grade 8 (2023-2024 School Year) at Clay Elementary School
About the Employer
Clay School maintains a long-standing tradition of excellence and high expectations from its community. Since the late 1800's, Clay School has retained a mark on the map of south Fresno County and the greater Kingsburg community. The Clay School staff is one of exceptional experience and loyalty to the school district with 15 credentialed faculty members, 10 classified staff members, and three Governing Board trustees ardently serving our Clay community. Clay School has been recognized as both a California Distinguished School and National Blue Ribbon School, and in 2024 was named Niche's #1 Public School in the Fresno, CA area. These recognitions are the result of Clay’s goal to not only meet, but exceed expectations and provide an outstanding learning experience for all students. It is the District's expectation that teachers and staff should continue to uphold Clay's longstanding traditions, and maintain these standards of excellence for years to come. Clay’s Professional Vision Statement: One Community, One Goal: Exceed Expectations! Clay’s Mission Statement: The Clay Joint Elementary School District’s mission is to develop responsible and productive citizens with a passion for life-long learning, by providing a standards-based education in a supportive and safe learning environment. Overview: The Clay Joint Elementary School District’s goal is to accomplish its mission through exceptional conditions of learning and student/parent engagement facilitated by a professional staff dedicated to the success of all students as demonstrated by student achievement. Students enrolled at Clay School will be supported with excellent conditions of learning. Students will be taught by educators who are appropriately credentialed. The school facilities are well maintained. ALL students (including English Learners, Special Education, Title I, and homeless/foster students) have access to CCSS-aligned English Language Arts and Math instructional materials, research-based supplemental instructional and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support along with a broad course of instruction.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Summary: To help students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, responsible adults. Essential Types of Duties: Seeks to reach District standards as established in the designated curricular areas as adopted by the Governing Board as they relate to all pupils for which the teacher is directly responsible. Performs co-curricular and/or adjunct duties as assigned by the Governing Board, Superintendent, and/or all pupils in the Clay Joint Elementary School District. Teachers shall enforce all rules governing the conduct of pupils, as such rules may be prescribed by the Education Code, Title V, the Governing Board, and the District and school administrator(s). Provide a suitable learning environment for the academic and social development of all students within the guidance as established by the Governing Board, Superintendent, and designated administrator, adhering to the concept that the safety and welfare of our students are paramount at all times.
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Clay Joint Elementary School District Position Description
Classroom Teacher
Position: Classroom Teacher
FLSA: Exempt
Reports To: Site Principal/Superintendent
Pay Grade: Certificated Salary Schedule
SUMMARY
A Classroom Teacher helps students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible adults.
ESSENTIAL TYPES OF DUTIES (Examples)
- Seeks to reach District standards as established in the designated curricular areas as adopted by the Governing Board and how they relate to all pupils for which the teacher is directly responsible.
- Performs co-curricular and/or adjunct duties as assigned by the Governing Board, Superintendent and/or other designated persons.
- Maintains proper disciplinary control of pupils which are directly assigned and secondarily maintains proper control of all pupils in the Clay Joint Elementary School District. Teachers shall enforce all rules governing the conduct of pupils, as such rules may be prescribed by the Education Code, Title 5, The Governing Board, and the District and school administrator(s).
- Provides a suitable learning environment for the academic and social development of all students within the guidance as established by the Governing Board, Superintendent, and designated administrator, adhering to the concept that the safety and welfare of our students is paramount at all times.
QUALIFICIATIONS:
Must possess or be eligible for appropriate CA classroom credential(s).
Per AB 2534, please understand that as of January 1, 2025, all Certificated applicants are required by law to provide a complete list all all prior employment with educational institutions (schools, districts, county offices of education, etc.). In doing so, you consent for the district to contact these educational institutions and inquire about any credible complaints of, substantiated investigations into, or discipline for, egregious misconduct that were required to be reported to the CTC as is required by law. (Education Code section 44939.5)
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess CA public school teaching credential. Applicants interested in the position must, electronically, complete and attach the nine (9) following items: • Current online Edjoin application • Current Letter of Introduction to include qualifications and why you desire a position at Clay JESD. • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation dated within 18 months of application • Copy of Valid CA Public School Multiple Subjects Credential • Copy of Unofficial Transcripts • Copy of CBEST • Copy of RICA (if multiple subjects) • English Learner Authorization (CLAD, or authorization embedded in the CA multiple subjects credential) • Plan to Complete Credential Requirements (if applicable)
**Note: CELL PHONE PHOTO COPIES OF DOCUMENTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED** This school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sex orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made.
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess CA public school teaching credential. Applicants interested in the position must, electronically, complete and attach the nine (9) following items: • Current online Edjoin application • Current Letter of Introduction to include qualifications and why you desire a position at Clay JESD. • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation dated within 18 months of application • Copy of Valid CA Public School Multiple Subjects Credential • Copy of Unofficial Transcripts • Copy of CBEST • Copy of RICA (if multiple subjects) • English Learner Authorization (CLAD, or authorization embedded in the CA multiple subjects credential) • Plan to Complete Credential Requirements (if applicable)
**Note: CELL PHONE PHOTO COPIES OF DOCUMENTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED** This school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sex orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made.
Comments and Other Information
Duty Days 185.
7.5 hours per day
2022-2023 Salary Range $53,000 to $111,840. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. District maximum payment is $1300 per employee whose contract is more than 70% per month. Does not include stipends.
We are looking for an individual who will contribute to the overall program at Clay through leadership and involvement in our campus community. Opportunities for leadership will include coaching Jr. High boy's sports, planning the class trip and graduation, and possible entry-level administrative responsibilities.
Visit www.clayschool.k12.ca.us to learn more about our Small, One School, School District!
Comments and Other Information
Duty Days 185.
7.5 hours per day
2022-2023 Salary Range $53,000 to $111,840. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. District maximum payment is $1300 per employee whose contract is more than 70% per month. Does not include stipends.
We are looking for an individual who will contribute to the overall program at Clay through leadership and involvement in our campus community. Opportunities for leadership will include coaching Jr. High boy's sports, planning the class trip and graduation, and possible entry-level administrative responsibilities.
Visit www.clayschool.k12.ca.us to learn more about our Small, One School, School District!