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Classroom Teacher - 1st Grade (2026-2027 School Year) at Clay Elementary School

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted
3/9/2026
Contact
Judi Szpor
5598974185
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
55,650 - 115,101 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. District contributes up to $1,500 per month toward benefits for employees whose contracts are greater than 70% time. Stipends are excluded.
Length of Work Year
185 Duty Days -- 7.5 hours per day
Employment Type
Full Time

About the Employer

Since the late 1800s, Clay School has proudly served the Kingsburg community, building a long-standing tradition of excellence and high expectations. Clay School has earned recognition 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 honors reflect Clay’s commitment to its Vision Statement: One Community, One Goal: Exceed Expectations! The Clay Joint Elementary School District is supported by a team of experienced and dedicated staff, including 15 credentialed faculty members, 10 classified staff members, and three Governing Board trustees who proudly serve the Clay community. Students at Clay School are supported through high-quality learning environments and instruction delivered by appropriately credentialed educators in safe and well-maintained facilities. All students—including English Learners, students receiving Special Education services, Title I students, and students experiencing homelessness or foster care placement—have access to California Common Core State Standards-aligned English Language Arts and Mathematics instructional materials, research-based supplemental instruction, multi-tiered systems of support, and a broad course of study. Mission: The mission of the Clay Joint Elementary School District is to develop responsible, productive citizens with a passion for lifelong learning by providing a standards-based education in a safe and supportive learning environment. Through strong student and parent engagement and a committed professional staff, the District strives to create exceptional learning conditions that promote success and achievement for every student.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Visit www.clayschool.k12.ca.us to learn more about our Small, One School, School District!

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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

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 subject) • 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

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 subject) • 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

Applicants earning an interview should plan to be available for an interview on Thursday, March 6, 2026.

Comments and Other Information


Applicants earning an interview should plan to be available for an interview on Thursday, March 6, 2026.

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

3/9/2026

Contact

Judi Szpor
5598974185

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range
55,650 - 115,101 Annually

Add'l Salary Info

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. District contributes up to $1,500 per month toward benefits for employees whose contracts are greater than 70% time. Stipends are excluded.

Length of Work Year

185 Duty Days -- 7.5 hours per day

Employment Type

Full Time