1.0 FTE Long Term Leave Replacement
- 5th Grade at Willits Unified Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 9/4/2026 Contact Amy Adams (707) 459-5314 1102 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $57,887
- $114,866 Annually Add'l Salary Info Initial placement is based on units earned above a B.A. and years of experience. Maximum of twenty-two years experience credit allowed. Salary Range $57,887
- $114,866 as per the District Certificated Salary Schedule.
Length of Work Year 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, 10 months per year beginning in August 2026, pending successful fingerprint clearance, and submission of a recent Tuberculosis test as required by the California Education Code. Employment Type Full Time About the Employer The Willits Unified School District serves 1500+ students in grades TK-12 from the City of Willits and surrounding areas. Committed to the small campus environment our district is composed of four traditional schools: Brookside Elementary (TK-2), Blosser Lane Elementary (3-5), Baechtel Grove Middle School (6-8), and Willits High School (9-12). In addition to our traditional schools our alternative programs offer students a variety of choices within our district's governance: Sherwood Elementary (K-5) and Sanhedrin Alternative High School (9-12). We are located in scenic Mendocino County, in the small town of Willits, CA. Willits is about three hours north of San Francisco on the 101, and is the ideal central location from which to enjoy the exceptional beauty of Mendocino County. To the north are the majestic redwoods and the Eel River, to the south award-winning wineries, and to the west is the rugged Mendocino Coast. Willits
- the "Gateway to the Redwoods" and the "Heart of Mendocino County"!
Job Summary Job Summary Teach multiple subjects in an elementary school setting.
NOTE:
This position will be for the 2026/27 school year only, with an estimated timeframe of October 12, 2026
View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Ability and experience teaching multiple subjects in an elementary school setting; Knowledge of California Standards for the Teaching Profession;
Valid California Teaching Credential:
- Multiple Subject; or
- The appropriate Supplemental Authorization CLAD or BCLAD authorization or equivelant
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: An online application; A signed and dated cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation. Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation) Resume Requirements / Qualifications Ability and experience teaching multiple subjects in an elementary school setting; Knowledge of California Standards for the Teaching Profession;
Valid California Teaching Credential:
- Multiple Subject; or
- The appropriate Supplemental Authorization CLAD or BCLAD authorization or equivelant
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: An online application; A signed and dated cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation. Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation) Resume Comments and Other Information
BENEFITS
Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the California State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) to which both the employee and WUSD contribute. Employee may elect to be a member of the Willits Teachers Association Union.
SPECIAL NOTES
Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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BENEFITS
Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the California State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) to which both the employee and WUSD contribute. Employee may elect to be a member of the Willits Teachers Association Union.
SPECIAL NOTES
Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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