What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELEMENTARY EDUCATION ~ LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE) PROGRAM TEACHER ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT (TOSA) position at Downey Unified School District?
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION ~ LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE) PROGRAM TEACHER ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT (TOSA) at Downey Unified School District
Application Deadline
6/12/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
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$85,034 - $174,070 Annually
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About the Employer
Downey Unified School District (DUSD) is located approximately 12 miles south of Los Angeles, offering easy access to scenic mountains and beaches. For decades, DUSD has maintained a reputation for excellence, driven by our unwavering mantra, “Our Kids Deserve the Best.” This philosophy guides every decision and daily practice, ensuring that students receive the highest quality education and support.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Elementary LOTE TOSA is responsible for providing direct and indirect program support to administration, teachers, and program support staff to provide consistent and effective services for students in the district enrolled in core programs that require them to speak a language other than English. The Elementary LOTE TOSA assists District staff in the development and implementation of high-quality instruction and curricular programs to support the coordination, implementation and evaluation of our Global Languages Academy of Downey (GLAD), Dual Immersion pathways and performs other duties connected with the educational program as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Credentials and Experience • Master’s Degree preferred • Multiple Subject or Single Subject teaching credential required • Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience • Bilingual or BCLAD authorization or equivalent preferred Knowledge of • Multilingual and multicultural knowledge Ability to • Ability to facilitate all aspects of strategic management and adult coaching required by the Dual Immersion/Global Competence Program
ALL applicants must apply at www.EDJOIN.org. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and three letters of recommendation, which are less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 ~ 4:00PM. All applicants will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (ne letter of recommendation, which are less than one year old.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Credentials and Experience • Master’s Degree preferred • Multiple Subject or Single Subject teaching credential required • Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience • Bilingual or BCLAD authorization or equivalent preferred Knowledge of • Multilingual and multicultural knowledge Ability to • Ability to facilitate all aspects of strategic management and adult coaching required by the Dual Immersion/Global Competence Program
ALL applicants must apply at www.EDJOIN.org. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and three letters of recommendation, which are less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 ~ 4:00PM. All applicants will be screened, and the top candidates will receive interviews.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (ne letter of recommendation, which are less than one year old.)
- Resume
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Salary : $85,034 - $174,070