Elementary Intervention Specialist Teacher, Part-Time at La Canada Unified School District
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Application Deadline
6/30/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/31/2026
Contact
Christine Golder
818-952-8072
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add''l Salary Info
The salary range for a fully credentialed teacher at 60% is $40,959 to $78,703, dependent upon education and experience.
Length of Work Year
August 11, 2026 - June 4, 2027
Employment Type
Part Time
About the Employer
"Our Success is Intentional" La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community, La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3,975 students, supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanford's Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social, emotional, and physical health and resilience. La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation, which contributes over $2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools, with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools, with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 7/8 was named a National Forum "School to Watch" school four times, most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools, with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.
Job Summary
Job Summary
La Cañada Unified School District has an opening for two part-time elementary teachers working as intervention specialists at elementary schools. This position provides additional assistance to students in grades TK-6 in a pull-out setting. The areas of concentration are reading, writing and mathematics. Temporary contracts will be offered for the 2026-27 school year.
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Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California Multiple Subject Credential, including a certification to teach English Language Learner students. 2. Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher. Master's degree or higher degree is desirable. Work Year: This is a part-time position (0.6 FTE or 60%), Monday through Friday, mid-August through early June (10 months), with 187 contracted workdays. A new teacher orientation day is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2026. The first day of paid service is Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Students are on campus Thursday, August 13, 2026 through Thursday, June 3, 2027. The last day of the teacher work year is Friday, June 4, 2027. Elementary schools are in session 8:10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Salary: Placement on the certificated salary schedule is dependent on education and years of employment in a public school district. No cap is placed on years for public school experience. The starting annual salary range for a fully credentialed teacher at 60% is $40,959 to $78,703, corresponding to $3,723.57 to $7,154.86 per month. Teachers are paid over 11 months on the last workday of the month, August through June. Benefits: This position is eligible to participate in the District's medical benefit plans. Currently the District's maximum contribution to an employee's benefits package is $20,406 per year. Premiums for a part-time employee are prorated based on the employee's full-time equivalent (FTE). In a 0.6 FTE (60%) position, the employee would pay the full employee premium plus the remaining 40% of the employer premium. The benefits year runs October 1 to September 30. If not already a member, the new employee will be enrolled in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS).
The following documents are required for an application to be considered:
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California Multiple Subject Credential, including a certification to teach English Language Learner students. 2. Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher. Master's degree or higher degree is desirable. Work Year: This is a part-time position (0.6 FTE or 60%), Monday through Friday, mid-August through early June (10 months), with 187 contracted workdays. A new teacher orientation day is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2026. The first day of paid service is Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Students are on campus Thursday, August 13, 2026 through Thursday, June 3, 2027. The last day of the teacher work year is Friday, June 4, 2027. Elementary schools are in session 8:10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Salary: Placement on the certificated salary schedule is dependent on education and years of employment in a public school district. No cap is placed on years for public school experience. The starting annual salary range for a fully credentialed teacher at 60% is $40,959 to $78,703, corresponding to $3,723.57 to $7,154.86 per month. Teachers are paid over 11 months on the last workday of the month, August through June. Benefits: This position is eligible to participate in the District's medical benefit plans. Currently the District's maximum contribution to an employee's benefits package is $20,406 per year. Premiums for a part-time employee are prorated based on the employee's full-time equivalent (FTE). In a 0.6 FTE (60%) position, the employee would pay the full employee premium plus the remaining 40% of the employer premium. The benefits year runs October 1 to September 30. If not already a member, the new employee will be enrolled in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS).
The following documents are required for an application to be considered:
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure: 1. Candidates may submit an online application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). Please include an introduction letter, a resume with references and their contact information, a copy of a valid California teaching credential in multiple subjects, copies of transcripts, and at least three (3) recent letters of recommendation. Letters may be addressed to: Dr. Debra Cradduck, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources La Canada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Ave. La Canada, CA 91011 2. After the screening of all applications, selected candidates will be contacted regarding a personal interview. Interviews will take place in person with an interview panel. For more information, click the "View Job Description" button.
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure: 1. Candidates may submit an online application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). Please include an introduction letter, a resume with references and their contact information, a copy of a valid California teaching credential in multiple subjects, copies of transcripts, and at least three (3) recent letters of recommendation. Letters may be addressed to: Dr. Debra Cradduck, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources La Canada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Ave. La Canada, CA 91011 2. After the screening of all applications, selected candidates will be contacted regarding a personal interview. Interviews will take place in person with an interview panel. For more information, click the "View Job Description" button.
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