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2026-27 Science Teacher - Hamilton TK-8 School
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A Science Teacher teaches in the natural science fields for elementary to secondary school students. Most science courses taught prior to high school are general, with specialization occurring later in high school. Teachers may teach specialized courses in physics, biology or chemistry. Other topics taught include physical science, computer science, astronomy, and geology.
$84,032 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
2026-27 Science Teacher - Hamilton TK-8 School at Novato Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 9/1/2026 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 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 Science Teacher for a vacancy at Hamilton TK-8 School. The ideal applicant would come to us with a Single Subject Science intern, preliminary or clear California Credential. Or an aspiring educator in the process of obtaining appropriate credentialing to qualify for an emergency permit. This position does require an authorization to teach English Learners. 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. 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 7,400 students. We have eight elementary schools, including one dual-language immersion, one TK-8 school, two middle schools, and two comprehensive high schools. NUSD also has an Alternative Education Center housing a continuation school and a View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Letter of Introduction Resume Three Current Letters of Recommendation Single Subject Science Credential English Learner Authorization Official Transcripts Requirements / Qualifications Letter of Introduction Resume Three Current Letters of Recommendation Single Subject Science Credential English Learner Authorization 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.
- 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.