School Gig is hiring: Elementary Specialist - Visual Performing Arts Teacher in

The impact you will have: We are looking for passionate teachers who will inspire our students to discover their own greatness. As an instructional leader you will create an exciting learning environment where students can demonstrate and build their creative and artistic techniques. A more detailed job description is available at https://sjusd.box.com/v/generaleducationteacher.

Who you are: A dedicated, collaborative professional with strong communication skills who can develop successful relationships with students, staff, and our community.

Please note that placements will be at more than one site. We are seeking teachers who have the following credentials:

• Visual and Performing Arts
• Theatre/Drama
• Dance
• Arts
• Music
• Computer Science

What you bring:

• Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position
• Two (2) letters of reference from prior supervisors
• Transcripts of your undergraduate degree, and graduate degrees if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes only.
• Test results: please attach CSET results and evidence of meeting the Basic Skills Requirement, such as CBEST, PRAXIS, SAT or ACT results
• Single Subject Credential: Visual and Performing Arts, Theatre/Drama, Dance, Art, Music or Computer Science
• EL Authorization
• Entry of all past employers in the work history section of this application (please see Education Code section 44939.5 - as amended by California AB2534)

When will you hear back from us: Within fourteen days of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to us at talent@sjusd.org.

Please note that we are unable to hire teachers who are on visa status or need visa sponsorship for this vacancy.

As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time and substitute employment.

Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.

You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct-funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).

What we offer:

• San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports.
• H1B Visa Sponsorship for qualified international trained teachers for high need roles such as: Special Education Teachers, Physics Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, Spanish Bilingual Teachers, and Foreign Language Spanish Teachers.
• For a faster response please include your request for H1B Sponsorship in your Letter of Introduction and ensure you are submitting a California approved transcript evaluation. Please click here to view approved agencies.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as paid personal, family, and maternity leaves, among other great perks!
• Our teachers receive mac laptops and have on-site technology support. We provide free induction to teachers needing to clear their credential. All teachers receive fantastic professional development throughout the year and opportunities for one-on-one coaching with site or district coaches.

Note to internal applicants: While submitting information we already have on file is not required, we encourage you to submit a letter of introduction and a resume highlighting your qualifications and interest in this role, as well as any other information you would like to share. Where applicable, please also note which available location you are applying to.

Who we are: San José Unified is an innovative urban school district that prepares today’s students to be the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow. We are reinventing the education system by bringing together teachers and staff with parents and students, inspiring each to discover their own greatness. Serving nearly 25,000 students from transitional kindergarten through high school in 41 schools from Downtown San José to the Almaden Valley, San José Unified is Silicon Valley’s largest and most diverse school system. We welcome instructional and support staff who are interested in making a difference in the lives of San José children.

San José Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, marital, parental or family status, color, mental or physical disability, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its educational programs and activities or employment practices as required by Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vocational Education Act of 1976. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the District’s programs. Students, parents, employees, or others who wish further information about these regulations, or who wish to file a complaint, should contact the following persons:

For Title IX, discrimination, equity or Section 504 Compliance complaints involving students:

Director of Student Services, Michelle Reghitto at 408-535-6080 ext. 13224 (mreghitto@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126

For Title IX, discrimination or equity complaints involving staff:

Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Dominic Bejarano at 408-535-6139 ext. 15015 (jbejarano@sjusd.org), 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126

For facilities or other ADA complaints:

Director of Maintenance, Grounds and Operations, Denny Pini at 408-535-6200, 855 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126