General Science Teacher 2026-2027 - Hacienda Elementary School at San Jose Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
As an Elementary Science Teacher, you will inspire curiosity and a love of discovery by creating engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences that bring science to life. You will design hands-on, project-based lessons that build students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific reasoning skills while connecting learning to real-world applications. Through a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, you will nurture young scientists, foster creativity and innovation, and inspire students to explore, question, and discover their own greatness.
Requirements / Qualifications
The impact you will have: As an Elementary Science Teacher, you will inspire curiosity and a love of discovery by creating engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences that bring science to life. You will design hands-on, project-based lessons that build students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific reasoning skills while connecting learning to real-world applications. Through a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, you will nurture young scientists, foster creativity and innovation, and inspire students to explore, question, and discover their own greatness. A more detailed job description is available at https://sjusd.box.com/v/generaleducationteacher. Who you are: You are a curious and student-centered educator who believes young learners thrive through exploration, inquiry, and hands-on discovery. You create an engaging and inclusive classroom where students feel excited to ask questions, investigate ideas, and make sense of the world around them. You are passionate about nurturing scientific thinking, creativity, and confidence in every student.
What you bring: -Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position -Two (2) letters of reference from prior supervisors -Transcripts of your undergraduate degree, and graduate degrees if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes only. -Foundational Science Credential or Science Credential - attachment should include document number assigned by the CTC. Click here to see an example. -EL Authorization -Entry of all past employers in the work history section of this application (please see Education Code section 44939.5 - as amended by California AB2534)
Requirements / Qualifications
The impact you will have: As an Elementary Science Teacher, you will inspire curiosity and a love of discovery by creating engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences that bring science to life. You will design hands-on, project-based lessons that build students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific reasoning skills while connecting learning to real-world applications. Through a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, you will nurture young scientists, foster creativity and innovation, and inspire students to explore, question, and discover their own greatness. A more detailed job description is available at https://sjusd.box.com/v/generaleducationteacher. Who you are: You are a curious and student-centered educator who believes young learners thrive through exploration, inquiry, and hands-on discovery. You create an engaging and inclusive classroom where students feel excited to ask questions, investigate ideas, and make sense of the world around them. You are passionate about nurturing scientific thinking, creativity, and confidence in every student.
What you bring: -Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position -Two (2) letters of reference from prior supervisors -Transcripts of your undergraduate degree, and graduate degrees if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes only. -Foundational Science Credential or Science Credential - attachment should include document number assigned by the CTC. Click here to see an example. -EL Authorization -Entry of all past employers in the work history section of this application (please see Education Code section 44939.5 - as amended by California AB2534)
Comments and Other Information
AB-2534 Employment History
As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time and substitute employment.
Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.
You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct-funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).
When will you hear back from us: Within seven days of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to us at credentials@sjusd.org.
What we offer: San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as 21-vacation days, and 11-paid holidays for 10-month employees! For 11-month employees, you earn 21-vacation days and 12-paid holidays. For 12-month employees, you earn 27-vacation days and 13-paid holidays. Our certificated staff receive mac laptops and have on-site technology support. We provide free induction to teachers needing to clear their credential. All certificated staff receive fantastic professional development throughout the year and opportunities for one-on-one coaching with site or district coaches.
Who we are: San José Unified is an innovative urban school district that prepares today’s students to be the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow. We are reinventing the education system by bringing together teachers and staff with parents and students, inspiring each to discover their own greatness. Serving nearly 25,000 students from transitional kindergarten through high school in 41 schools from Downtown San José to the Almaden Valley, San José Unified is Silicon Valley’s largest and most diverse school system. We welcome instructional and support staff who are interested in making a difference in the lives of San José children.
San José Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, marital, parental or family status, color, mental or physical disability, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its educational programs and activities or employment practices as required by Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vocational Education Act of 1976. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the District’s programs. Students, parents, employees, or others who wish further information about these regulations, or who wish to file a complaint, should contact the following persons:
For Title IX, discrimination, equity or Section 504 Compliance complaints involving students:
Director of Student Services, Michelle Reghitto at 408-535-6080 (mreghitto@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
For Title IX, discrimination or equity complaints involving staff:
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Dominic Bejarano at 408-535-6139 (jbejarano@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
For facilities or other ADA complaints:
Director of Maintenance, Grounds and Operations, Denny Pini at 408-535-6200 (dpini@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
Comments and Other Information
AB-2534 Employment History
As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time and substitute employment.
Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.
You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct-funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).
When will you hear back from us: Within seven days of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to us at credentials@sjusd.org.
What we offer: San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as 21-vacation days, and 11-paid holidays for 10-month employees! For 11-month employees, you earn 21-vacation days and 12-paid holidays. For 12-month employees, you earn 27-vacation days and 13-paid holidays. Our certificated staff receive mac laptops and have on-site technology support. We provide free induction to teachers needing to clear their credential. All certificated staff receive fantastic professional development throughout the year and opportunities for one-on-one coaching with site or district coaches.
Who we are: San José Unified is an innovative urban school district that prepares today’s students to be the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow. We are reinventing the education system by bringing together teachers and staff with parents and students, inspiring each to discover their own greatness. Serving nearly 25,000 students from transitional kindergarten through high school in 41 schools from Downtown San José to the Almaden Valley, San José Unified is Silicon Valley’s largest and most diverse school system. We welcome instructional and support staff who are interested in making a difference in the lives of San José children.
San José Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, marital, parental or family status, color, mental or physical disability, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its educational programs and activities or employment practices as required by Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vocational Education Act of 1976. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the District’s programs. Students, parents, employees, or others who wish further information about these regulations, or who wish to file a complaint, should contact the following persons:
For Title IX, discrimination, equity or Section 504 Compliance complaints involving students:
Director of Student Services, Michelle Reghitto at 408-535-6080 (mreghitto@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
For Title IX, discrimination or equity complaints involving staff:
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Dominic Bejarano at 408-535-6139 (jbejarano@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
For facilities or other ADA complaints:
Director of Maintenance, Grounds and Operations, Denny Pini at 408-535-6200 (dpini@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/6/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$72,051.00 - $138,338.00 Annually
$72,051.00 - $138,338.00 Annually
Length of Work Year
2026-2027
Employment Type
Full Time