Elementary School Teacher; Lincoln Elementary

Elemental School Teacher (Lincoln Elementary)

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Teacher, Elementary
Posted: 5/18/2026
Available: 2026-27 School Year

Under the direction of the school administrator, provides an instructional program in accordance with the requirements of approved District curriculum with established expectations for student progress.

• Teaches classes in elementary schools in accordance with the requirements of approved courses of study.
• Develops lesson plans that engage students in cognitively challenging work aligned to standards.
• Utilizes data about individual student progress, strengths and needs in planning.
• Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
• Evaluates student learning to determine progress, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Provides differentiated instruction in order to modify and accommodate for English Learners and students with special needs.
• Actively plans with grade level teams and collaborates effectively with all educational partners.
• Creates a safe and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to participate and share ideas.
• Models respectful and polite interactions with all students.
• Demonstrates use of a fair, firm and consistent classroom management system.
• Provides clear behavior expectations for students and monitors student behavior throughout the school campus.
• Participates in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings to develop IEPs for eligible students.
• Assumes responsibility for meeting student performance goals and working with colleagues to meet defined achievement goals.
• Provides ongoing communication with parents/guardians to create a partnership around student learning by providing information about the instructional program and the progress of their child/children.
• Maintains professional competence through staff development activities provided by the District and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, and materials.
• Reflects on practice and student progress to inform future instructional strategies.
• During periods of critical personnel shortage or other emergency situations, shall temporarily perform any duties, as directed, within the authorization of credential/s held.

An earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

• A valid California credential authorizing teaching service in the elementary grades.

• Knowledge of the developmental needs of elementary school students, including an understanding of appropriate behavior management strategies.
• Knowledge of and ability to implement a cognitively challenging instructional program to elementary students.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the learning needs of all students.
• Knowledge of pedagogy and content for effective instruction at the elementary level.
• Ability to communicate effectively by providing clear, concise instruction using academic language.
• Ability to listen without bias and provide appropriate feedback.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in written and oral English.
• Knowledge of methods for effective collaboration and the ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, economic and disability groups.
• Demonstrate understanding, patience and approachability toward students, parents and colleagues.

Under the Supervision of the Site Administrator/Designee

186 days

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Glendale Unified School District and the Glendale Teachers Association, this position aligns with salary schedule A or B, depending on the credential type, verifiable years of prior service, and educational history verified through an official transcript from an accredited university or college.