K-8 Teacher/Principal - Jefferson Elementary School District 2026-2027 School Year at San Benito County Office of Education Share on X Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 4/9/2026 Contact Amy Strohn Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info On-site housing available. Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits provided Length of Work Year 2026-2027 School Year Employment Type Full Time About the Employer San Benito County is tucked between the San Francisco Bay Area and Monterey Bay. The San Benito County Office of Education supports the diverse educational needs of school districts and students throughout the county. It provides extensive legally-mandated services and develops and implements numerous non-mandated resources and programs to support the schools and districts in its jurisdiction. The County Offices of Education is committed to excellence, equity, innovation, and integrity as it carries out it work of providing programs and services to students and districts throughout the county. SBCOE's mission is to provide the educational leadership for all children to develop the skills and the will necessary to succeed in the 21st century. We envision an educational environment where all children are empowered, through skills and knowledge, to become responsible contributing members of the global community. Job Summary Job Summary Jefferson Elementary School District is a one room rural school in picturesque south San Benito County. Inland from Monterey, 35 miles south of Hollister, and adjacent to Pinnacles National Monument, the school serves a diverse K-8 student population, average enrollment 5-8 students. Current enrollment is 6 students. Staff include a full-time certificated teacher, a full time instructional aide, and a custodian. Most area residents own or work on local ranches or are employed by Pinnacles National Monument. The school enjoys active parent and community support. In a time of fiscal instability, crowded classrooms, and increasingly limited instructional programs, Jefferson offers a small multi-age environment with financial stability, ideally suited for a teacher with vision and creativity, a talent for multi-age teaching, and eager for a challenge. This is not a position for a beginning teacher, but rather a teacher with an established record of instructional leadership, knowledge of K-8 standards across the curriculum, ability to differentiate instruction, and a desire to develop administrative skills. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications MATERIALS REQUIRED: Classified Application (click on red apply button) Resume (2) Letters of recommendation Letter of Introduction Please note: Incomplete applications may not be considered CPR certification will be required and will be provided by the district. Requirements / Qualifications MATERIALS REQUIRED: Classified Application (click on red apply button) Resume (2) Letters of recommendation Letter of Introduction Please note: Incomplete applications may not be considered CPR certification will be required and will be provided by the district. Comments and Other Information Jefferson Elementary School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, or military or veteran status pursuant to the California Code. Jefferson Elementary School District will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (831) 389-4593. Comments and Other Information Jefferson Elementary School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, or military or veteran status pursuant to the California Code. Jefferson Elementary School District will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (831) 389-4593. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY