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TK/Kindergarten Teacher - River Ridge Elementary School
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What they do
An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$81,223 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
TK/Kindergarten Teacher
- River Ridge Elementary School at Gateway Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 9/1/2026 Contact Candi Lau Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $57,466
- $119,669 Annually Add'l Salary Info All verifiable years of service will be credited Length of Work Year 184 work days Employment Type Full Time Job Description /
Essential Elements:
PrintGATEWAY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION
SELF-CONTAINEDCLASSROOM TEACHER GRADES K-8 DEFINITION
100% time provides an educational program for pupils in grades K-8 or a combination class and assists in other school programs as assigned.DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO
Site Administrator or Designee.IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES
Any assigned Classified Staff.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- 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 Trustees, along with other appropriate learning activities.
- Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter 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 pupil's 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 a functional and attractive environment for learning through displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
- Maintains professional competence through inservice education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
- Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
- Performs basic attendance accounting and business services as required.
- Assists in the selection of instructional materials, supplies and maintains required inventory records.
- Insures a comfortable room environment.
- Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom extra curricular activities during the assigned work day.
- Administers student assessment in accordance with District and State testing programs.
- Participates in District Curriculum committees and other Staff Development Programs.
- Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
- Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals as required.
- Participates in district sponsored school activities and events including but not limited to Back to School Night, Open House, Home School Club events, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SELF-CONTAINED CLASSROOM TEACHER
~GRADES K-8
Page 2 DISTINGUISHINGCHARACTERISTICS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- An appropriate California Teaching Credential.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience as a Teacher.
- Demonstrated success with pupil and staff relationship.
Requirements / Qualifications
CERTIFICATED VACANCY FOR THE 2026-2027
TK/Kindergarten Teacher- River Ridge Elementary School
- Current Gateway USD certificated employees must submit a request for consideration to the Director of Human Resources on or before the deadline.
- Gateway USD certificated employees are welcome to submit an application packet on Edjoin.
- All verifiable years of service will be credited
- SALARY
- Based on 184 workdays $57,466.
- $119,669. Master Degree Stipend
- $1,500. Doctorate Degree Stipend
- $1,500. Includes contribution to a retirement system and access to health, dental, and vision benefits with District contribution.
- Special qualifications including knowledge, skills & abilities:
- Experience with, and willingness to participate in collaboration/PLC's.
- Experience of differentiation strategies; grouping students.
- Experience with content area integration and reading/writing across the curriculum.
MUST POSSESS
a valid California Teaching Credential authorizing service in the assignment, including CLAD certification.Application material must include:
EdJoin application, cover letter, resume, credential(s) and (3) letters of recommendation or placement fileAdditional Documents:
- Copy of Credential (or statement regarding the status of your credential).
- Verification of California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST).
- Transcripts of ALL college work.
PROCEDURE
The selection process will include an appraisal of individual applications and personal resumes. Candidates receiving the highest ratings will be selected for interview. (Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted).PRE-HIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SELECTED APPLICANT
Background Check & Fingerprint Clearance (will be required to pay a fingerprint processing fee); Physical Assessment Exam; Keenan Safe Schools Training; TB Test.Requirements / Qualifications
CERTIFICATED VACANCY FOR THE 2026-2027
TK/Kindergarten Teacher- River Ridge Elementary School
- Current Gateway USD certificated employees must submit a request for consideration to the Director of Human Resources on or before the deadline.
- Gateway USD certificated employees are welcome to submit an application packet on Edjoin.
- All verifiable years of service will be credited
- SALARY
- Based on 184 workdays $57,466.
- $119,669. Master Degree Stipend
- $1,500. Doctorate Degree Stipend
- $1,500. Includes contribution to a retirement system and access to health, dental, and vision benefits with District contribution.
- Special qualifications including knowledge, skills & abilities:
- Experience with, and willingness to participate in collaboration/PLC's.
- Experience of differentiation strategies; grouping students.
- Experience with content area integration and reading/writing across the curriculum.
MUST POSSESS
a valid California Teaching Credential authorizing service in the assignment, including CLAD certification.Application material must include:
EdJoin application, cover letter, resume, credential(s) and (3) letters of recommendation or placement fileAdditional Documents:
- Copy of Credential (or statement regarding the status of your credential).
- Verification of California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST).
- Transcripts of ALL college work.