Professional Learning Community Substitute; PLCS

Position: Professional Learning Community Substitute (PLCS)
Alisal Union School District is a vibrant elementary school district located in Salinas, in the heart of Monterey County, one of California's most culturally rich and agriculturally significant regions. Situated in the Salinas Valley, Alisal is approximately 20 minutes from the Monterey coast, 50 minutes from Santa Cruz, and about 45 minutes from San Jose, 90 minutes San Francisco, 90 minutes Paso Robles Wine Country, offering access to coastal living, outdoor recreation, and regional amenities without the congestion or cost of a major metropolitan area.

We serve a predominantly Latino community, many of whose families are deeply connected to the agricultural workforce that sustains the nation's food system. Our schools are rooted in community, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging, and our work extends beyond academics to supporting the whole child and the whole family. At Alisal, our mission is grounded in equity, opportunity, and human-centered leadership.

We believe schools are not only places of learning, but anchors for community growth, stability, and hope. Our staff are mission-driven educators and professionals who are committed to creating inclusive, supportive environments where students and adults alike can thrive. Alisal is a district in transformation, investing intentionally in people, systems, and leadership to strengthen outcomes for students and improve the employee experience.

For individuals seeking meaningful work, strong community connection, and the opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact, Alisal offers a place where leadership matters, relationships matter, and the work truly makes a difference.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Hold an appropriate California Emergency Substitute Teaching Permit or Credential. Conduct lesson plans or create subject matter for student learning, maintain classroom management, take attendance, adapt to different teaching styles, communicate both orally and in writing with district staff and follow school/district policies. Serve students in Transitional Kinder to sixth grade levels.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess or be eligible for appropriate California substitute teacher permit or teaching credential with a CLAD, EL, ELA, or ELAM. Decision making skills and ability to communicate well both orally and in writing.

Develop and facilitate lessons designed to enrich instruction in and serve as a substitute to release classroom teachers and provide instruction to students in the areas of English Language Development through Science, Math, Social emotional Learning (ELD), and English Language Development (ELD). Assist during "Super Wednesday" lessons and activities offered to students. Provide academic instruction to students to support classroom teachers' time to collaborate in Professional Learning Communities.

Provides additional support in classrooms and school-wide to ensure high levels of student learning and engagement. Maintains and creates an effective environment for student learning. Organizes subject matter for student learning. Use learning strategies and management techniques as designated by the classroom teacher. Work collaboratively with colleagues to share and discuss lessons. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess or be eligible for appropriate California substitute teacher permit or teaching credential with a CLAD, EL, ELA, or ELAM. Decision making skills and ability to communicate well both orally and in writing.

Develop and facilitate lessons designed to enrich instruction in and serve as a substitute to release classroom teachers and provide instruction to students in the areas of English Language Development through Science, Math, Social emotional Learning (ELD), and English Language Development (ELD). Assist during "Super Wednesday" lessons and activities offered to students. Provide academic instruction to students to support classroom teachers' time to collaborate in Professional Learning Communities.

Provides additional support in classrooms and school-wide to ensure high levels of student learning and engagement. Maintains and creates an effective environment for student learning. Organizes subject matter for student learning. Use learning strategies and management techniques as designated by the classroom teacher. Work collaboratively with colleagues to share and discuss lessons. Other duties as assigned.

Comments and Other Information

ALL APPLICANTS must complete an online application at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Include your Cover Letter, Resume, two Professional Reference Letters, (reference letter must include signature, date and not older than 18 months).