Teacher: Biology (11 Months, 12 Months Pay) - Castlemont High School - Oakland
2 days ago
Job description
Ref: 4621
11 Month Teacher
Learn more about our district at our next hiring event
We are looking for passionate and dedicated educators, classified staff, and leaders to join us in creating joyful, healing and liberatory spaces of learning for Oakland students, families, and communities.
Oakland educators are passionate, equity-focused, and resilient. Oakland Unified is an incredible place to build and develop your career in service of our core values: students first, joy, equity, excellence, integrity, and cultural responsiveness.
Our Mission and Vision
The Oakland Unified School District's mission is to build a Full Service Community District focused on high academic achievement while serving the whole child, eliminating inequity, and providing each child with excellent teachers, every day.
Our vision is that all OUSD students will find joy in their academic experience while graduating with the skills to ensure they are caring, competent, fully-informed, critical thinkers who are prepared for college, career, and community success. Our Strategic Plan can be read here.
What we offer teachers:
Oakland Unified has received substantial funding to support Grow Our Own pathway programs including Classified-to-Teacher, , and the Salesforce Recruitment & Retention Initiative for Middle Schools programs. We are invested in creating and maintaining affinity spaces for educators that support retention and socio-emotional support. We provide extensive professional development and training for experienced and new teachers, innovative curricula, ongoing mentoring and advancement opportunities. In addition to professional development and training:
- We accept up to twelve years of full time teaching experience in other school settings on the salary schedule (please see our salary schedule here: OUSD Salary Schedules Ranges - Oakland Unified School District)
- Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, including Flexible Spending Accounts, plus life insurance and long-term disability coverage for teacher and dependents at no cost to full time teachers - Benefits Office - Oakland Unified School District
- Retirement benefits through the CALSTRS Retirement System
- BCLAD Stipend
- In partnership with TRiO Plus, Oakland Unified Educators have access to more affordable housing.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, must be eligible for employment in the US and pass a criminal background check. Candidates must possess, or be willing to earn, a California teaching credential. Candidates must have two current professional references on file, including one from a previous supervisor.
Any questions email or fill out this Interest Survey.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.
Similar jobs
In anticipation of potential teacher openings Bishop O Dowd High School is seeking excellent candidates for our high school Math teacher pool for the academic year If positions are available they will be full time positions teaching five sections each semester and participating i ...
1 week ago
+ Job summary + · Our Mission and Unique Approachis a diverse Lasallian Catholic college preparatory high school. · + Qualifications +A Bachelor's Degree related to the field · Valid CA Teaching Credential (or a commitment to complete one) · + Responsibilities +Teaching five sect ...
2 weeks ago
We are seeking dynamic growth-minded individuals committed not only to our mission but also to equity and inclusion who reflect and/or celebrate our rich cultural diversity. Our teachers support and embrace the Lasallian Core Principles and promote a growth mindset and high stand ...
2 weeks ago
Compass High School seeks to connect with educators who are passionate about working with neurodivergent learners and who want to become part of our thriving learning community now or in the future. · ...
1 week ago
Bishop O'Dowd High School is seeking excellent candidates for our high school Math teacher pool for the academic year. · ...
1 week ago
Provide high-quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual; uphold the mission and values of American Indian Model Schools (AIMS) and contribute to our goal that every student in California has access to a high-qual ...
16 hours ago
We are dedicated to providing all students with a comprehensive educational program that includes a broad-based curriculum, · exemplary staff, · and an environment that fosters a caring,equitable,and inclusive school environment for students.We value diverse thinkers who possess ...
1 month ago
Description · JOB GOALS: · Provide a high-quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual; uphold the mission and values of American Indian Model Schools (AIMS) and contribute to our goal that every student in Calif ...
10 hours ago
The Counselor will plan implement evaluate comprehensive guidance curriculum advocate support students personal social academic career development through group lessons individual planning responsive services system support. · ...
1 week ago
Provide a high-quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual; uphold the mission and values of American Indian Model Schools (AIMS) and contribute to our goal that every student in California has access to a high-qu ...
1 day ago
We are looking for great minds with the drive to develop exceptional leadership skills, the collaborative spirit to elevate our learning community and the passion to put their knowledge to work for profound social impact on behalf of children. · We invest boldly in our teachers t ...
2 days ago
Physical Education - De Anza High School - School Year 2025-2026
Only for registered members
Se busca un profesor/a de educación fsica para trabajar en el Distrito Escolar Unificado de West Contra Costa durante el año escolar 2025-2026. · ...
1 month ago
Principal: High School - Madison Park Academy Middle-High School (2026-27)
Only for registered members
Job summary · Enable all children to achieve at high levels. Ensure that every child receives an excellent, free, public education. Lead teachers, staff and community members in creating a collaborative learning community. · Any combination of education and/or experience equivale ...
1 week ago
The School Counselor will provide counseling and guidance services to promote student success, provide preventive services, and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social devel ...
2 weeks ago
Make a positive impact in your students' life and the community. · ...
1 week ago
The Lame Deer Public Schools library program mission is to maximize the ability to access information. Students will be empowered users of information utilizing their critical and creative thinking skills in the research process. · Develops short- and long-range goals that guide ...
1 week ago
Physics - Pinole Valley High School - Starting School Year 2025-2026
Only for registered members
Se busca un profesor/a de física para la escuela secundaria Pinole Valley High School. · ...
1 month ago
+tutors will have access to information about class assignments and adapt to new materials and teaching strategies. Tutors will work with students in grades 9th - 12th Grade. · + · Excellent rate of pay: $40 an hour · Paid Onboarding/ Training / Preparation / Support: $22.00 an ...
1 week ago
Special Education - RSP - El Cerrito High School - 2025-2026 School Year
Only for registered members
Se busca un especialista en educación para el año escolar 2025-2026 en la Escuela Secundaria El Cerrito. · ...
1 month ago
Special Education - RSP - El Cerrito High School - 2025-2026 School Year
Only for registered members
Se busca un especialista en educación para trabajar en la Escuela Secundaria El Cerrito durante el año escolar 2025-2026. · ...
1 month ago
Lighthouse Community Public Schools is looking for a talented High School Biology Teacher to join our team who is relentlessly committed to ensuring that traditionally underserved students of color achieve our mission of completing college, securing a career of their choice, and ...
1 week ago