Job Description
About the Employer Welcome to Monterey Peninsula Unified School District!
We are nestled in the heart of the Monterey Bay along the Central Coast of California. Consisting of 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools as well as pre-k, alternative, and adult programs, we proudly serve the communities of Marina, Seaside, and Monterey. MPUSD is built on a solid foundation of effective instruction, positive school culture, systems of support, and collaborative leadership.
Our goal is to provide exemplary service to our current and future employees. We strive to meet your needs in a timely, courteous, and professional manner while working with integrity and compassion. MPUSD is continuously seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are interested in creating a positive learning environment for our students.
We welcome you to apply and look forward to working with you.
Job Description / Essential Elements: JOB DEFINITION:
The classroom teacher is responsible for classroom instruction in areas for which the teacher is credentialed and authorized to teach. The teacher assesses student needs in relation to curriculum objectives and applies a program consistent with identified learning needs, curriculum objectives, and instructional materials, using appropriate teaching strategies, and assessing student progress. Creates and manages a teaching environment conducive to student learning and communicates regularly with parents regarding student academic and social progress. Provides supervision of all students during designated hours, and if assigned, during before and after school activities. The teacher shall be held accountable for the safety and welfare of all students. Assists in planning and implementing parent involvement activities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
•Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
•An appropriate California teaching credential.
Experience:
•Successful experience teaching in grades K-12 is recommended.
Knowledge of:
•District and State content standards for students
•Effective classroom management techniques.
•Curriculum, instruction, and assessment processes and how they should operate in an effective school.
•Applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable state publications, such as curriculum frameworks.
•Technology and computer software applications relative to instruction and administration.
•California Standards for the Teaching Profession.
Requirements / Qualifications CTE Robotics and Auto Tech credential is required. If you currently do not hold a CTE credential, please follow this link to find out how to obtain a CTE credential in a designated subject:
Successful applicants must obtain and/or provide the following before beginning employment:
Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and/or FBI
Proof of Tuberculosis clearance
Social Security Card for payroll purposes
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
- Credential Copy (Valid CTE/Vocational teaching credential or proof of application to the CTC)
- English Learner Authorization (or waiver)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. MPUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, political affiliation or activity, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the following individuals at the MPUSD District Office at 700 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940: Title IX Officer and Title VI Officer: Dr. Manny Nunez, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (phone: 831-645-1272, email:
[email protected] ) or visit for more information. Title II Coordinator: Katie Rivera, Senior Director, Special Education Services (phone: 831-645-1207, email:
[email protected]). Title V and 504 Coordinator: Donnie Everett, Assistant Superintendent, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (phone: 831-645-1261, email:
[email protected]). Title 5 Officer: Ryan Altemeyer, Associate Superintendent, Business Services (phone: 831-645-1269, email:
[email protected]). Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
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