Substitute Teacher (2026 ​/ 2027 School Year

Position: Substitute Teacher (2026 / 2027 School Year)
Imagination
- Creativity
- Innovation Steeped in a rich tradition of excellence, Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District (DCJESD) has been serving students and families for over 140-years. What makes our District special is the partnership between families, community, and educators - each committed to preparing students to become active and responsible citizens in a diverse society by engaging students in a challenging curriculum that provides a solid foundation of academic skills in a safe learning environment.

Dry Creek's award-winning schools provide dynamic and innovative programs in grades TK-8 to meet the individual and diverse needs of students. Our dedicated staff strives to build a community of learners where all students are challenged to meet their full potential socially, emotionally, and academically. We invite you to come learn with us.

DRY CREEK JOINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB TITLE:

Classroom Teacher DESCRIPTION OF BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
To develop in the student skills, knowledge, concepts, generalizations, principles, appreciations, and attitudes that will promote fullest possible academic and physical development and assist him/her in valuing the dignity and worth of himself/herself and others. He/she provides within the classroom an educational program for the students and assists in other school programs as required by the building administrator and/or District policy.

SUPERVISOR:
Principal TYPICAL DUTIES:
1. Assesses initial individual student and class needs.
2. Determines cooperatively with the evaluator appropriate learning objectives for the class, taking into account the District course of study and the assessed needs of the students.
3. Plans appropriate learning experiences.
4. Provides individual, small group, and class instruction as needed.
5. Creates an atmosphere through personal example and positive relationships with students which inspire a love for learning.
6. Monitors student's progress and evaluates the student's achievement in relation to the agreed-upon learning objectives. Revises learning objectives when necessary.
7. Reports individual student's progress to parents and school personnel through the preparation of reports and/or the holding of conferences.
8. Creates with assistance from students a functional and attractive environment for learning.
9. Maintains professional competence through participation in inservice education activities provided by the District and self-selected professional growth activities. 10. Performs basic attendance accounting and other clerical services, as necessary. 11. Participates cooperatively with the principal or the designee to identify the areas by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the District's evaluation and assessment forms. 12. Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids and supplies to the extent needed and as approved by the building administrator.

13. Maintains standards of student behavior. 14. Insures a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting, and ventilation to the extent possible. 15. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with District testing program. 16. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school or on a District level. 17. Shares in the sponsorship of student activities and participates on faculty committees.

18. Plans and coordinates the work of aides, teacher assistants and other paraprofessionals assigned to him/her. 19. Works cooperatively with staff toward resolution of mutual concerns. 20. Interacts positively with colleagues, employers, parents, and community agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid California credential authorizing service. MEDICAL CATEGORY I:
Light Physical Effort
1. Normally located in a work environment with light physical qualifications and requirements.
2. Ability to lift 25 lbs. maximum or carry any object weighing up to 15 lbs.

Must have a CA credential or be eligible to obtain one.

Refer to the job posting for a list of required skills or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the email address listed in the posting.

Must have a CA credential or be eligible to obtain one.

Comments and Other Information

Interviews will begin mid August 2026 Our process includes an interview and orientation. Problems with Edjoin? Call the help desk at  The Dry Creek JESD does not discriminate on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment.

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