High School Biology Teachers

Thank you for your interest. The following is an overview of the teaching opportunity at Green Dot Public Schools.

Green Dot is dedicated to providing high-quality instruction, central to the academic success of our students. Our teachers excel in delivering a superior education grounded in the rigorous requirements of Common Core State Standards and the expectations of state college systems. We believe in intellectual preparation and universal design for learning, offering accessible and effective education for all learners, regardless of their learning styles or abilities.

• Exhibit and uphold Green Dot core values.
• Create a culture of learning in your classroom.
• Engage in data‑driven planning and assessment of student learning.
• Establish a culture of respect and rapport with the students which supports the students’ emotional safety.
• Facilitate rigorous learning by delivering cognitively engaging lessons that incorporate our instructional methodologies.
• Engage in critical reflection, constantly revising practice to increase effectiveness.
• Participate in a professional community across your school site and the Green Dot network.
• Develop partnerships within the community by communicating with families and bringing to bear resources that support student success in college, leadership, and life.

• Have a bachelor’s degree (required).
• Have a growth mindset and love of learning.
• Have strong content knowledge, pedagogical understanding, and the capacity to plan and deliver instruction to meet the needs of students.
• Display a relentless commitment to and high standards for high‑quality execution.
• Be passionate and demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility towards ambitious goals.
• Have excellent collaborative and organizational skills.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Have a strong ethical base and self‑awareness.
• Be dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock‑solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities we serve.
• Will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer.

• Possess (or will possess by July 2026) a valid California Preliminary or Clear Single Subject credential in Biology.
• Eligible for a California Single Subject Intern credential in Biology (candidate must earn an Intern credential by July 2026).
• Eligible for a Short‑Term Staff Permit (STSP) or Provisional Internship Permit (PIP).
• Have a valid CPR certification that meets the standards established by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

For credentialed teachers, the current salary scale ranges from $71,085 to $127,985, depending on education level and years of experience. For aspiring teachers who have not yet obtained their credentials or who are currently enrolled in a credentialing program, the salary range is between $62,316 and $63,866.

• Full‑time employees are eligible to participate in Green Dot’s benefit plans effective on the first of the month following their date of hire.
• 100% no‑cost premium Anthem Vivity HMO option (for employee and dependents).
• 100% no‑cost premium options for dental and vision coverage, and options to purchase additional medical and dental plans.
• Employee Assistance Program (100% employer‑paid).
• Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer‑paid).
• Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance (100% employer‑paid).
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
• A CTC‑approved mentor‑based Teacher Induction Program, 100% reimbursable.
• Wellness programs and resources.
• Financial planning and coaching access.
• Student Loan forgiveness access.
• Association de Maestros Unidos (AMU) union membership, an affiliate of the CTA and NEA.
• California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions.
• Enrollment in CalSTRS through Green Dot allows contribution to a 401(k), but the company does not match.
• Higher “longevity” salary step increase in years 4, 8 and 13*.
• Annual “exemplary attendance” bonus*.
• Potential opportunities for paid stipend work as needed…