What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026-2027 Dual Immersion Teacher (TK) - Applicant Pool position at Lawndale Elementary School District?
2026-2027 Dual Immersion Teacher (TK) - Applicant Pool at Lawndale Elementary School District
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
3/6/2026
Contact
Liz Johnson
3109731300 50061
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$70,564 - $130,573 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
plus full benefit package
Length of Work Year
186 Contracted Work Days
Employment Type
Full Time
About The Employer
At Lawndale Elementary School District, we’re dedicated to building brighter futures for every student. Serving preschool through 8th grade, we are a community-driven district that values equity, student success, and meaningful connections. We focus on meeting individual student needs, raising academic achievement, and creating engaging learning environments. Through strong partnerships with families, staff, and the community, we ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. Join us and be part of a team shaping tomorrow’s leaders in a supportive, collaborative, and inspiring environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
To establish a pool to meet staffing needs for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is for a Dual Immersion Teacher in a Transitional Kindergarten setting. As such, both the Dual Immersion and Transitional Kindergarten requirements must be met. Please see the details below.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Requirements * Valid California Multiple Subject Credential * Valid California BCLAD-Spanish or other bilingual authorization in Spanish * Bilingual and Biliterate in Spanish and English * TK Requirement: - At least 24 units in early childhood education, or childhood development, or both OR - At least one year of full-time service teaching 3-4-year-old children. Service may be any combination of experience in preschool programs, Transitional Kindergarten, Student Teachers and Teacher Residents in preschool-aged classrooms, or Kindergarten classrooms serving preschool-aged students with preschool-aged students enrolled. Teachers may be qualified by a combination of classroom experience as described above and Early Childhood Education Units, as determined by LESD. **Note: Per California Department of Education requirements, credentialed teachers first assigned to a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classroom after July 1, 2015 must meet one of the listed TK qualification requirements by August 1, 2025. Teachers who were assigned to teach TK or a combination of Kindergarten and TK on or before July 1, 2015 are exempt from the additional TK unit requirements. * Resume * Letter of Introduction * Copy of transcripts (With conferral of Bachelor's Degree) * 3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required) * CBEST Test Results or equivalent
Special Note: Applications submitted without the proper attachments may be screened out. Current LESD employees should submit a reassignment request form with all the required documents by the closing date/time.
Minimum Requirements * Valid California Multiple Subject Credential * Valid California BCLAD-Spanish or other bilingual authorization in Spanish * Bilingual and Biliterate in Spanish and English * TK Requirement: - At least 24 units in early childhood education, or childhood development, or both OR - At least one year of full-time service teaching 3-4-year-old children. Service may be any combination of experience in preschool programs, Transitional Kindergarten, Student Teachers and Teacher Residents in preschool-aged classrooms, or Kindergarten classrooms serving preschool-aged students with preschool-aged students enrolled. Teachers may be qualified by a combination of classroom experience as described above and Early Childhood Education Units, as determined by LESD. **Note: Per California Department of Education requirements, credentialed teachers first assigned to a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classroom after July 1, 2015 must meet one of the listed TK qualification requirements by August 1, 2025. Teachers who were assigned to teach TK or a combination of Kindergarten and TK on or before July 1, 2015 are exempt from the additional TK unit requirements. * Resume * Letter of Introduction * Copy of transcripts (With conferral of Bachelor's Degree) * 3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required) * CBEST Test Results or equivalent
Special Note: Applications submitted without the proper attachments may be screened out. Current LESD employees should submit a reassignment request form with all the required documents by the closing date/time.
Board Policy 4030: The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Effective January 1, 2025, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete and accurate record of prior employment with all educational institutions, regardless of the length of service. This includes school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This information is required to comply with Assembly Bill 2534 (AB 2534).
Comments and Other Information
Board Policy 4030: The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Effective January 1, 2025, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete and accurate record of prior employment with all educational institutions, regardless of the length of service. This includes school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This information is required to comply with Assembly Bill 2534 (AB 2534).
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Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
3/6/2026
Contact
Liz Johnson
3109731300 50061
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$70,564 - $130,573 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
plus full benefit package
Length of Work Year
186 Contracted Work Days
Employment Type
Full Time
About The Employer
At Lawndale Elementary School District, we’re dedicated to building brighter futures for every student. Serving preschool through 8th grade, we are a community-driven district that values equity, student success, and meaningful connections. We focus on meeting individual student needs, raising academic achievement, and creating engaging learning environments. Through strong partnerships with families, staff, and the community, we ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. Join us and be part of a team shaping tomorrow’s leaders in a supportive, collaborative, and inspiring environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
To establish a pool to meet staffing needs for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is for a Dual Immersion Teacher in a Transitional Kindergarten setting. As such, both the Dual Immersion and Transitional Kindergarten requirements must be met. Please see the details below.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Requirements * Valid California Multiple Subject Credential * Valid California BCLAD-Spanish or other bilingual authorization in Spanish * Bilingual and Biliterate in Spanish and English * TK Requirement: - At least 24 units in early childhood education, or childhood development, or both OR - At least one year of full-time service teaching 3-4-year-old children. Service may be any combination of experience in preschool programs, Transitional Kindergarten, Student Teachers and Teacher Residents in preschool-aged classrooms, or Kindergarten classrooms serving preschool-aged students with preschool-aged students enrolled. Teachers may be qualified by a combination of classroom experience as described above and Early Childhood Education Units, as determined by LESD. **Note: Per California Department of Education requirements, credentialed teachers first assigned to a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classroom after July 1, 2015 must meet one of the listed TK qualification requirements by August 1, 2025. Teachers who were assigned to teach TK or a combination of Kindergarten and TK on or before July 1, 2015 are exempt from the additional TK unit requirements. * Resume * Letter of Introduction * Copy of transcripts (With conferral of Bachelor's Degree) * 3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required) * CBEST Test Results or equivalent
Special Note: Applications submitted without the proper attachments may be screened out. Current LESD employees should submit a reassignment request form with all the required documents by the closing date/time.
- Certificate Copy (BCLAD Spanish or other bilingual authorization in Spanish)
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Multiple Subject Teaching Credential )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required))
- Other (TK qualification requirements)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST or equivalent)
Minimum Requirements * Valid California Multiple Subject Credential * Valid California BCLAD-Spanish or other bilingual authorization in Spanish * Bilingual and Biliterate in Spanish and English * TK Requirement: - At least 24 units in early childhood education, or childhood development, or both OR - At least one year of full-time service teaching 3-4-year-old children. Service may be any combination of experience in preschool programs, Transitional Kindergarten, Student Teachers and Teacher Residents in preschool-aged classrooms, or Kindergarten classrooms serving preschool-aged students with preschool-aged students enrolled. Teachers may be qualified by a combination of classroom experience as described above and Early Childhood Education Units, as determined by LESD. **Note: Per California Department of Education requirements, credentialed teachers first assigned to a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classroom after July 1, 2015 must meet one of the listed TK qualification requirements by August 1, 2025. Teachers who were assigned to teach TK or a combination of Kindergarten and TK on or before July 1, 2015 are exempt from the additional TK unit requirements. * Resume * Letter of Introduction * Copy of transcripts (With conferral of Bachelor's Degree) * 3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required) * CBEST Test Results or equivalent
Special Note: Applications submitted without the proper attachments may be screened out. Current LESD employees should submit a reassignment request form with all the required documents by the closing date/time.
- Certificate Copy (BCLAD Spanish or other bilingual authorization in Spanish)
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Multiple Subject Teaching Credential )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, no supervisor required))
- Other (TK qualification requirements)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST or equivalent)
Board Policy 4030: The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Effective January 1, 2025, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete and accurate record of prior employment with all educational institutions, regardless of the length of service. This includes school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This information is required to comply with Assembly Bill 2534 (AB 2534).
Comments and Other Information
Board Policy 4030: The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Effective January 1, 2025, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete and accurate record of prior employment with all educational institutions, regardless of the length of service. This includes school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. This information is required to comply with Assembly Bill 2534 (AB 2534).
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Salary : $70,564 - $130,573