Temporary-Career Technical Education (CTE) Criminal Justice Instructor @ Dos Palos High School at Dos Palos Oro Loma Jt. Unified

Application Deadline

6/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Date Posted
6/15/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$63,438 - $124,148 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$63,438 - $124,148 for fully credentialed teachers, $2,000 Master's stipend
Length of Work Year
184 days (Current District Employees); 189 days (New District Employees), 7.50 hrs/day
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Dos Palos High School is seeking a Criminal Justice Instructor to lead a Public Safety pathway aligned to California CTE standards. The course prepares students for careers in law enforcement and related fields through real-world, project-based learning and strong college and career readiness integration. Under the direction of the Principal or designee, plan, develop, and deliver a comprehensive instructional program for students in grades 9 through 12. This includes designing lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, implementing effective teaching strategies to support diverse learning needs, assessing and monitoring student progress, and maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic achievement and personal growth. In addition, collaborate with colleagues, parents, and support staff to enhance student learning and well-being, participate in professional development activities, and contribute to the overall school community. Provide supervision of students in various settings and assist in the implementation of other school programs, events, and duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Internal Candidates need to submit a letter of intent only with their application on Edjoin.org (no other documents required) External Candidates need to submit a full application packet on Edjoin.org with all required documents. Only applications with all required attachments completed will be considered.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A valid CTE or designated subjects teaching credential or eligibility to obtain one. 3–6 years of field experience in law enforcement or a related criminal justice field. OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification or an instructor certification course (e.g., POST AICC). First Aid & CPR Certification TB Clearance Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance upon hire.

  • Certificate Copy (Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate)
  • Copy of Transcript
  • CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Credential Copy
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters; dated within the past 2 years)
  • Other (Letter of Intent for current employees only)
  • Resume
  • TB Screening Result

Requirements / Qualifications

Internal Candidates need to submit a letter of intent only with their application on Edjoin.org (no other documents required) External Candidates need to submit a full application packet on Edjoin.org with all required documents. Only applications with all required attachments completed will be considered.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A valid CTE or designated subjects teaching credential or eligibility to obtain one. 3–6 years of field experience in law enforcement or a related criminal justice field. OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification or an instructor certification course (e.g., POST AICC). First Aid & CPR Certification TB Clearance Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance upon hire.

  • Certificate Copy (Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate)
  • Copy of Transcript
  • CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Credential Copy
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters; dated within the past 2 years)
  • Other (Letter of Intent for current employees only)
  • Resume
  • TB Screening Result

Comments and Other Information

Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, citizenship or immigration status, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy actual or potential parental, family, or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified School District requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying, equity or Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to: David Childers Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources (209) 392-0200 2041 Almond Street Dos Palos, CA 93620 dchilders@dpol.net If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Dos Palos-Oro Loma JUSD will provide you with one upon notice.

Comments and Other Information


Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, citizenship or immigration status, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy actual or potential parental, family, or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified School District requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying, equity or Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to: David Childers Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources (209) 392-0200 2041 Almond Street Dos Palos, CA 93620 dchilders@dpol.net If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Dos Palos-Oro Loma JUSD will provide you with one upon notice.