Grade 1 BUBBLE (added position due to enrollment) Teacher Taylor Mountain Elementary School at Bellevue Union School District

About the Employer

Welcome to the Bellevue Union School District in Santa Rosa, California. Santa Rosa’s location and its combination of family-friendly metropolitan amenities and natural beauty attract everyone from Generation Y to retirees. Santa Rosa, in Sonoma County, is home to one of the most fertile regions in the United States, making it a culinary and wine-lover’s delight, while also providing proximity to the big city lights of San Francisco, the crashing ocean waves of Bodega Bay, and the majestic Redwood forest. The Luther Burbank Center for the Arts and Sonoma State’s Green Music Center host world famous singers, dancers, comedians and more while both adults and children can enjoy multiple museums such as the Charles M. Schultz Museum, Pacific Coast Air Museum, and the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County. Sonoma County is known for its diverse outdoor recreation options, with over 70 parks and hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails. Right in the heart of this paradise you will find the Bellevue Union School District. We are a welcoming place, rich in diversity, and we’d love for you to get to know us. Bellevue Union School District employs some of the most talented educators in the state who are committing to knowing every student by name, strength and need. Comprised of four elementary schools, and our Early Learning Center, we are a small district serving approximately 1600 students. We offer a Dual Immersion Spanish Language program, extensive before and after school opportunities including music, arts and athletics, and we provide substantial support for our students with special needs and students becoming more proficient in English as an additional language. Though small, our enrollment continues to outpace local and state averages so we are looking to grow our team for the upcoming school year. We seek additional experienced, dynamic, and equity-minded employees who are student-centered and excited to serve our students, families and community. We also would be grateful if you share our employment opportunities with other remarkable equity-driven people who would be enticed by the opportunity to live, work, and serve in the Bellevue Union School District.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Bellevue Union School District is seeking a dynamic, equity-focused, and student-centered 1st Grade Teacher to join our dedicated team for the 2026-2027 school year. As a foundational school year teacher, our first grade educators play a pivotal role in fostering academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and leadership skills in our students. The ideal candidate is a collaborative professional who is committed to knowing every student "by name, strength, and need." You will join a supportive school community that values diverse cultures, multilingual learning, and innovative instructional practices. Key Responsibilities: Instructional Excellence: Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, utilizing data-driven strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners. Classroom Culture: Establish a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment that promotes student agency, critical thinking, and mutual respect. Equity & Inclusion: Implement culturally responsive teaching practices and provide differentiated instruction, including support for English Learners and students with specialized learning plans (IEPs/504s). Collaboration: Actively participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), grade-level planning, and district-wide professional development to continuously refine instructional impact. Community Engagement: Maintain proactive and positive communication with families to support student progress and foster a strong home-school partnership. Qualifications & RequirementsCredential: Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential.Authorization: English Learner (EL) Authorization required. Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution. Mindset: A strong belief that all children can learn and a passion for serving a diverse student population.

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