5th Grade Teacher Walnut Elementary Education Center for 2026-27

5th Grade Teacher Walnut Elementary Education Center for 2026-27 at Turlock Unified School District Print Application Deadline 5/14/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/7/2026 Contact Mirella Fuentes 2096670632 2108 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $70,649 - $133,908 Annually Add'l Salary Info $70,649 - $133,908 (2025-26 Salary Schedule) Length of Work Year 183 Days Employment Type Full Time Site Walnut Elementary Education Center English Learner Information If credential does not have an EL Authorization embedded in it then applicant must attach a copy of a CLAD Certificate or other EL Authorization. Internships Internships will not be considered for this position.

Start Date:

August 10, 2026 Position Math & Science Magnet; Background experience or interest in one or more areas of Math and/or Science. About the Employer The Turlock Unified School District is located in the heart of the Central Valley in Turlock, CA, and was established over a hundred years ago in 1906. With 14,000+ students in TUSD and nearly 1,500 staff, our strength is in our diverse, neighborhood schools. Each school engages our learners in variety of unique and innovative ways including Two-Way Immersion Academies, Career Technical Education, NJROTC, Advanced Placement, GATE, music, STEM/STEAM, and much more. We look forward to sharing our unique TUSD story with you and encourage you to explore our website and follow us on social media. Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Elementary Teacher - Grades 4-6 Description of Position Provides an educational program for pupils in grades 4, 5, 6 or a combination of thereof, and assists in other school programs as assigned. Duties and Responsibilities Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, health, art, physical education, and music to pupils, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. May teach a foreign language to sixth grade pupils. Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Provides planned learning experiences in order to motivate pupils and best utilize the available time for instruction. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares progress reports, and communicates with parents on the individual pupil's progress. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Creates with assistance from pupils, a functional and attractive environment for learning through displays, bulletin boards and interest centers. Participates in in-service education activities provided by the district and continues his professional growth. Performs basic attendance accounting and gathers data, prepares reports, and updates records as assigned. Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies, and maintains required inventory records. Insures a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting, and ventilation to the extent possible. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment and/or a district level. Participates in faculty committees and directs pupils in co-curricular activities. May plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants, and other paraprofessionals. May supervise student teachers. Under the immediate direction of the site administrator. Qualifications •

Credential:

General Elementary, Standard Elementary (issues on a partial fulfillment basis). •

Education:

Bachelor's degree, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements. •

Experience:

Student teaching (8 semester hours or 180 clock hours) or two years of full-time elementary classroom teaching experience. •

Personal Qualities:

Appearance, grooming, and personality which establish a desirable example for pupils. Ability to meet district standards for physical and mental health. Average or better recommendations from student teaching supervisors or other professionals who have observed the personal characteristics, scholastic attainment, an classroom performance of the teacher.

Requirements / Qualifications

Credential Copy (A copy of the credential information from the CCTC website is acceptable.) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters required.) Resume Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - General Subjects (Any California Credential authorizing teaching grades TK-6 is acceptable) Requirements / Qualifications Credential Copy (A copy of the credential information from the CCTC website is acceptable.) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters required.) Resume Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - General Subjects (Any California Credential authorizing teaching grades TK-6 is acceptable) Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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