Teacher - K-6, Dual Immersion

Lemon Grove School District Mount Vernon Elementary
- Lemon Grove, California Open in Google Maps

Lemon Grove School District Mount Vernon Elementary
- Lemon Grove, California Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lemon Grove School District

Job : 5909836

Final date to receive applications: Sep 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Definition: Under the direction of the site Principal, provide an advanced, academically enriched, dual immersion instructional program for pupils in grades K through 6 or a combination thereof; assist in other school programs as assigned.

Essential Duties:

• Provides culturally embedded, student-centered Spanish language experiences to pupils in grades K-6 and to facilitate their development of oral language proficiency and bi-literacy in a vertically articulated, English-free environment.
• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education and music to pupils in a classroom implementing the District adopted curriculum, goals and objectives and instructing pupils in other areas as specified by the Governing Board.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills and other general elements of the course of study specified in state law.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction through planned instructional materials and activities which serve to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Outlines units of study and develops lesson plans as requested to best utilize the allotted time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains high standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth; keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Assists with planning and development of the dual immersion program including curriculum development and community outreach.
• Collaborates with colleagues to improve teaching and learning.
• Involves parents and community members in student learning.
• Communicates with parents through a variety of means; holds parent conferences when needed to discuss the individual pupil's progress.
• Identifies pupils needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Provides and maintains a functional and creative environment for learning through use of facilities, materials and equipment.
• Performs pupil attendance reporting as required.
• Assists in carrying out a program of information and communication as a means of interpreting the school program to the community.
• Maintains own professional competence through participation in District, regional or state sponsored in-service activities.
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids and instructional supplies and maintains required inventory records.
• Assists with distribution, completion and collection of District forms, questionnaires and bulletins regarding pupils enrolled in the class.
• Ensures a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting and ventilation to the extent possible.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with District testing program.
• Participates in curriculum programs and staff meetings within the school of assignment and/or on a District level.
• Shares in the sponsorship of student activities and participates in faculty committee work.
• Plans and coordinates the work of classroom assistants and volunteers when applicable.

Non-essential Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree including all courses needed to meet credential requirements. Previous experience teaching intermediate grades is desirable. Demonstrates prior success providing a variety of instructional strategies for students. Fluency in Spanish reading, writing and speaking. Understanding of Spanish history and culture. Knowledge of early childhood education.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Multi-Subject with BCLAD Spanish and/or Single Subject Teaching Credential in Spanish
• Must be NCLB compliant
• District post-offer physical examination and drug screening
• Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice
• Tuberculin skin test before employment and every four years thereafter or a chest x-ray

Physical Demands:

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $69,977 to $135,118 Per Year

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required