STEM Innovation Teacher; Enrichment Wheel

STEM Innovation Teacher

The Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) is seeking an innovative, enthusiastic, and student-centered educator to join our Enrichment Program as a STEM Innovation Teacher. This unique position works with and inspires K–6 students through a dynamic enrichment wheel model that fosters curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and a love of learning through science, technology, engineering, and design. The ideal candidate creates engaging, hands-on learning experiences that encourage students to think critically, solve real-world problems, and explore STEM through inquiry, engineering design, computational thinking, and technology-rich instruction.

Aligned with the California Next Generation Science Standards (CA NGSS), the program empowers students to become confident innovators, creators, and problem-solvers. At EUSD, we believe every child has limitless potential. Our STEM Innovation Teachers play a vital role in bringing learning to life, sparking imagination, and inspiring students to explore, discover, and thrive. Curriculum resources, professional learning, and collaboration with fellow STEM Innovation Teachers are provided.

Compensation:
Salary placement is based on experience, with credit given for up to 10 years of prior teaching. In addition, STEM Teacher positions are scheduled to transition to a 185-day work calendar and will be compensated on the certificated salary schedule beginning in the 2027–2028 school year, providing a clear pathway for professional growth and long-term alignment with certificated roles.

The Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) is located in the North San Diego County along the coast. It serves nine (9) Kindergarten through sixth grade schools. District's Vision:
Encinitas Union School District ignites the limitless potential of all learners. District's Values:
Joy
-Through an intentional focus on the whole person, we create joyful learning environments for everyone. Belonging
- We ensure everyone feels valued, affirmed and celebrated. Integrity
- We practice honesty, transparency, and vulnerability to cultivate trust. Service
- We use our skills and resources to positively impact the environment and the lives of others. Innovation
- We are curious, creative and resourceful in pursuit of novel solutions to complex problems.

The weekly work schedule for this position is 7:30am-3:00pm, Monday through Friday. The selection process will include application screening, pre-interview reference checks, a performance task, and a panel interview. Panel interviews for selected candidates are scheduled for Thursday July 16, 2026. All required application materials must be submitted and complete in order to be considered.

NOTE:

This posting may be closed before July 12, 2026 based on applicant pool/district needs. Additional stipend available: $1,000 for Masters Degree Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, CalSTRS Retirement Applicants will have the opportunity to clear their teaching credential at no cost through the district offered Teacher Induction Program. Successful candidates will be required to pass fingerprint background check, physical and drug screen and provide negative Tuberculin Skin Test result prior to working in Encinitas Union School District. TB test at applicant's expense.

Fingerprinting/physical/drug screen paid by EUSD. An original Social Security Card is required at the time of hire.

The Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religious beliefs or customs, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For inquiries or complaints related to employee-to-employee, student-to-employee, or work/employment related discrimination or harassment, contact:
Angelica Lopez, Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, 101 South Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas, CA, 92024;  Ext 1181. If you have difficulty completing your on-line application, contact EdJoin's help desk at  Remember, EdJoin does not support documents in Word format (.doc or.docx) All materials must be submitted online with the application in order to be considered complete.