Hybrid Visual and Performing Arts Teacher, Photography (0.4FTE) -San Antonio High and Dual Language Immersion Academy bei Petaluma City Schools

Developing Effective Communicators & Critical Thinkers Petaluma City Schools delivers a high-quality, diverse, equitable, and inclusive education to all student scholars so they creatively explore interests, collaboratively solve problems, and fully develop as resilient, caring, and responsible members of our community. We believe: * All students have infinite potential and value. * Diversity is an asset that strengthens and enriches our learning community. * Safe and caring learning environments help students reach high levels of achievement. * An engaged and supportive community is essential to student and organizational success. * Collaborative teams and shared decision making are critical to student success.

Petaluma City Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated educator to join our team as a High School Teacher. The ideal candidate should be committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment that supports all students in reaching their full potential. This role requires collaboration with colleagues, families, and the community to inspire a love of lifelong learning and to promote student success. Responsibilities include: - Developing and delivering engaging, standards-based curriculum. - Implementing anti-racist and culturally responsive teaching strategies. - Mentoring and engaging all students in research and creative activities. - Utilizing assessment data to inform instruction. - Working alongside school leadership to foster inclusive learning environments. Candidates should also demonstrate experience in addressing systemic barriers to student success and contribute to initiatives that foster equity and inclusion in education. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and working within a collaborative and supportive school community, we encourage you to apply. All teachers are eligible for a Master's stipend of $1,700 and Ph.D. stipend of $3,000. National board certification qualifies teachers for an additional stipend of $1,700. We may accept all years of applicable service towards placement on the salary schedule. Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits at PCS cover the employee and their immediate family at a composite rate. The monthly employee contribution is the same, regardless of spouse and number of dependents. Additional optional benefits such as 403b/457a plans, FSA/HSA, Cancer, Accident, Disability and Life Insurance are also available.

A valid California Single Subject Art and an English Learner credential authorization [SB 2042 credential with embedded EL authorization, SDAIE, CLAD or BCLAD (preferred)] are required.

Plus advanced degree stipends and benefits (Step 11 maximum placement). Salary schedule maximum at Step 20 is $121,691.

Initial contract status will be Temporary. Offer of employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance. There is a fee required by the Department of Justice, payable by the employer, to process fingerprint clearance. Evidence that applicant is free from tuberculosis in accordance with Education Code 49406 is required.