2026-27 0.6 English Learner (EL) Specialist- Hamilton TK-8 School

2026-27 0.6 English Learner (EL) Specialist- Hamilton TK-8 School at Novato Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 5/13/2026 Contact Julia Hartnett (415) 493-4248 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $62,355 - $112,928 Annually Add'l Salary Info Credit for up to 15 years of experience may be granted, allowing for placement up to Step 16 Length of Work Year Temporary 2026-2027 School Year Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Novato Unified School District (NUSD) has approximately 800 staff members who, along with the larger school community, are responsible for the education of 7,100 students. We have eight elementary schools (including one dual-language immersion and one TK-8 school), two middle schools, and two comprehensive high schools. NUSD also has an Alternative Education Center housing a continuation school and an independent study student program serving grades 6-12. All schools within Novato Unified offer special education services, along with Gifted and Talented Education (GATE), and special assistance is provided for all English learner students.

OUR MISSION

Engage, inspire and empower all students, in a rapidly changing world, to realize their life goals.

OUR VISION

NUSD will provide an innovative and personalized learning experience for every student in a caring and supportive environment to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful and productive citizens. NUSD will engage parents, teachers, and our community to actively support our students' growth and learning.

OUR VALUES

Innovation, Equity, Caring, Inclusion, Collaboration Job Summary Job Summary Novato Unified School District is excited to find a Temporary Teacher on Special Assignment for a English Learner Specialist 0.6 FTE vacancy at Hamilton TK-8 School. The ideal applicant would come to us with an intern, preliminary or clear California Credential or equivalent. This position does require an authorization to teach English Learners (ELA1 or CLAD). Novato is a suburb located in north Marin County, with a population of approximately 53,000. We are a close-knit community, with a number of our population being lifelong citizens. Many of our NUSD parents attended Novato schools themselves. Our community is known for its more than 3,600 acres of open space, which include a number of popular hiking and biking trails. Novato Unified's mission is to engage, inspire and empower all students, in a rapidly changing world, to realize their life goals. Our vision is to provide an innovative and personalized learning experience for every student in a caring and supportive environment to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful and productive citizens. We engage parents, teachers, and our community to actively support our students' growth and learning. We currently are home to 15 schools, with enrollment of approximately 7,400 students. Our 800 employees including certificated, classified and administrative staff are at the heart of our district. Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Teacher on Special Assignment -

English Learner Program Classification:

Certificated Reports to:

Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction Work Year:

186 days (180 student day, 3 staff development days, 3 work days)

Salary Range:

See Certificated Teacher Salary Schedule Education and Credential Requirements:

Appropriate teaching credential and English Learner certification as required by the State and District for the position Primary Function The Teacher on Special Assignment provides direction for the implementation of the Novato Unified School District Master Plan for English Learners. Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, the teacher specialist will work with designated school sites to: Representative Duties and Responsibilities 1. Assist with the implementation of all aspects of the Master Plan with a focus on continuing improvement of instruction for English Learners at the elementary level. 2. Develop a cooperative collaborative relationship with teachers on special assignments, teachers, EL teacher liaisons, instructional assistants, school facilitators, and office staff. 3. Plan, implement, monitor, and assess activities related to programs for English Learners. 4. Work with the coordinator of Categorical Programs to support the CCR process and State/Federal Budget for ELL programming. 5. Develop a time line of events and month-by-month responsibilities for monitoring the district English Learner Program. 6. Provide direct and indirect support to elementary teachers of English Learners and staff working with English Learners, both inside and outside the classroom. 7. Attend and/or facilitate trainings that support the implementation of the Master Plan for English Learners. These trainings could include (but not limited to) district, county, or state in-services with an focus on the State Program for English Learners, CELDT testing and outcomes, the change process, differentiated instruction, cognitive coaching, content area methodologies such as Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE), cross-cultural awareness, effective ways to work with ELAC and DELAC and other parent groups, and using data for instructional decision-making and planning. 8. Research and/or obtain materials and supplies for the English Learner program. 9. Facilitate staff training. 10. Assist in the development of grant applications. 11. Collect and compile data required for the preparation of reports. 12. Work with county offices, neighboring districts, organizations, and institutions of higher learning in the planning and implementation of English Learner program(s). 13. Consult with site elementary administrators, as needed, regarding the English Learner program. 14. Serve as a liaison to the community and agencies regarding the secondary program. 15. Participate in events that support parent education and training.

Requirements / Qualifications

Letter of Introduction Resume Three Current Letters of Recommendation Multiple Subject Credential or Single Subject Teaching Credential English Learner Authorization (ELA1 or CLAD) Official Transcripts Requirements / Qualifications Letter of Introduction Resume Three Current Letters of Recommendation Multiple Subject Credential or Single Subject Teaching Credential English Learner Authorization (ELA1 or CLAD) Official Transcripts Comments and Other Information New NUSD certificated staff may transfer in up to 15 years' experience, allowing for placement on Step 16 - teaching experience subject to verification of employment. At NUSD Bilingual Spanish Authorization holders earn an annual stipend of $1,000, prorated for length of assignment. At NUSD All Special Education Teachers earn an additional $1,500 per year, prorated for length of assignment. At NUSD School Psychologists and Speech Language Pathologists earn an additional $1,000 annually. Novato Unified is only accepting applications on EdJoin. If you are unable to provide any required information at this time, please submit a brief note of explanation in place of the missing documentation and be prepared to provide this information if an offer is extended. Note that your candidacy will be reviewed for attention to instruction, spelling, grammar, and professionalism. Candidates are expected to demonstrate resourcefulness and a basic knowledge of the district and the job for which they are applying. Please include with your application for this position

• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 current and from supervisors preferred)
• Resume (2 page maximum please.)
• Credential Copy (Please attach detailed copy from CTC website.

) A record of TB clearance and cleared fingerprints will be required of the successful candidate during onboarding. Questions about your EDJOIN application submission should be directed to the EDJOIN helpdesk at 888-900-8945. EDJOIN will send confirmation of your application submission. Please do not contact the district office to inquire if your application is complete. If you are uncertain, review your application on EDJOIN. Please do not mail or email applications. Only EDJOIN applications will be accepted. Only candidates invited to interview will be contacted. The Novato Unified School District Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics of race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation, including related medical conditions and recovery; parental, family, or marital status; reproductive health decision-making; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex (including sexual harassment); sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; veteran or military status; genetic information; affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America; a perception of one or more such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you have experienced unlawful discrimination, please contact: Title IX Coordinator, Francesca Whitcomb, 1015 Seventh Street, Novato, CA 94945, (415) 493-4207, uniformcomplaint@nusd.org, Section 504 Coordinator, Mike Saisi, 1015 Seventh Street, Novato, CA 94945, (415) 493-4269, msaisi@nusd.org; ADA/Title II Coordinator, Dr. Julie Synyard, 1015 Seventh Street, Novato, CA 94945, (415) 493-4227, jsynyard@nusd.org Comments and Other Information New NUSD certificated staff may transfer in up to 15 years' experience, allowing for placement on Step 16 - teaching experience subject to verification of employment. At NUSD Bilingual Spanish Authorization holders earn an annual stipend of $1,000, prorated for length of assignment. At NUSD All Special Education Teachers earn an additional $1,500 per year, prorated for length of assignment. At NUSD School Psychologists and Speech Language Pathologists earn an additional $1,000 annually. Novato Unified is only accepting applications on EdJoin. If you are unable to provide any required information at this time, please submit a brief note of explanation in place of the missing documentation and be prepared to provide this information if an offer is extended. Note that your candidacy will be reviewed for attention to instruction, spelling, grammar, and professionalism. Candidates are expected to demonstrate resourcefulness and a basic knowledge of the district and the job for which they are applying. Please include with your application for this position

• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 current and from supervisors preferred)
• Resume (2 page maximum please.)
• Credential Copy (Please attach detailed copy from CTC website.

) A record of TB clearance and cleared fingerprints will be required of the successful candidate during onboarding. Questions about your EDJOIN application submission should be directed to the EDJOIN helpdesk at 888-900-8945. EDJOIN will send confirmation of your application submission. Please do not contact the district office to inquire if your application is complete. If you are uncertain, review your application on EDJOIN. Please do not mail or email applications. Only EDJOIN applications will be accepted. Only candidates invited to interview will be contacted. The Novato Unified School District Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics of race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation, including related medical conditions and recovery; parental, family, or marital status; reproductive health decision-making; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex (including sexual harassment); sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; veteran or military status; genetic information; affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America; a perception of one or more such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you have experienced unlawful discrimination, please contact: Title IX Coordinator, Francesca Whitcomb, 1015 Seventh Street, Novato, CA 94945, (415) 493-4207, uniformcomplaint@nusd.org, Section 504 Coordinator, Mike Saisi, 1015 Seventh Street, Novato, CA 94945, (415) 493-4269, msaisi@nusd.org; ADA/Title II Coordinator, Dr. Julie Synyard, 1015 Seventh Street, Novato, CA 94945, (415) 493-4227, jsynyard@nusd.org 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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