Elementary (5th Grade) Teacher - La Mesa Elementary at Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
Application Deadline
5/22/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/8/2026
Contact
Asusena Contreras
(831) 645-1277
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Dependent Upon Education and Experience (See salary schedule link below)
Length of Work Year
187 days
Employment Type
Full Time
About the Employer
Welcome to Monterey Peninsula Unified School District!
We are nestled in the heart of the Monterey Bay along the Central Coast of California. Consisting of 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools as well as pre-k, alternative, and adult programs, we proudly serve the communities of Marina, Seaside, and Monterey. MPUSD is built on a solid foundation of effective instruction, positive school culture, systems of support, and collaborative leadership.
Our goal is to provide exemplary service to our current and future employees. We strive to meet your needs in a timely, courteous, and professional manner while working with integrity and compassion. MPUSD is continuously seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are interested in creating a positive learning environment for our students.
We welcome you to apply and look forward to working with you.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Our population consists of several military families. We have students from all over the world. This includes, but is not limited to: Mongolia, Kenya, Italy, Germany, Georgia, Chile, Malaysia, Ecuador, Korea, Afghanistan, Belgium, Russia, Japan, Mexico, and Pakistan. With over 30 languages and dialects on our campus, we are proud to say that we are the most diverse campus in the school district!
Requirements / Qualifications
*Multiple Subjects Credential Preferred*
Supplemental materials such as transcripts and test scores are not required but are helpful in assessing candidacy.
- Credential Copy (One of the following must be submitted: Valid multiple subject credential, evidence of application to CTC, a letter from your University stating you are "Intern Eligible", or an explanation as to why this requirement is not met.)
- English Learner Authorization (One of following must be submitted: Credential copy showing ELA, CLAD Cert, BCLAD certification or an explanation as to why this requirement is not met.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
*Multiple Subjects Credential Preferred*
Supplemental materials such as transcripts and test scores are not required but are helpful in assessing candidacy.
- Credential Copy (One of the following must be submitted: Valid multiple subject credential, evidence of application to CTC, a letter from your University stating you are "Intern Eligible", or an explanation as to why this requirement is not met.)
- English Learner Authorization (One of following must be submitted: Credential copy showing ELA, CLAD Cert, BCLAD certification or an explanation as to why this requirement is not met.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
For information concerning benefits, please click on the link to the right hand side of this post.
Successful applicants must obtain and/or provide the following before beginning employment:
Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and/or FBI
Proof of Tuberculosis clearance
Social Security Card for payroll purposes
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. MPUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, political affiliation or activity, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the following individuals at the MPUSD District Office at 700 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940: Title IX Officer and Title VI Officer: Dr. Manny Nunez, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (phone: 831-645-1272, email: mnunez@mpusd.net ) or visit https://www.mpusd.net/titleix/ for more information. Title II Coordinator: Katie Rivera, Senior Director, Special Education Services (phone: 831-645-1207, email: krivera@mpusd.k12.ca.us). Title V and 504 Coordinator: Donnie Everett, Assistant Superintendent, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (phone: 831-645-1261, email: deverett@mpusd.net). Title 5 Officer: Ryan Altemeyer, Associate Superintendent, Business Services (phone: 831-645-1269, email: raltemeyer@mpusd.net).--
Comments and Other Information
For information concerning benefits, please click on the link to the right hand side of this post.
Successful applicants must obtain and/or provide the following before beginning employment:
Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and/or FBI
Proof of Tuberculosis clearance
Social Security Card for payroll purposes
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. MPUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, political affiliation or activity, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the following individuals at the MPUSD District Office at 700 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940: Title IX Officer and Title VI Officer: Dr. Manny Nunez, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (phone: 831-645-1272, email: mnunez@mpusd.net ) or visit https://www.mpusd.net/titleix/ for more information. Title II Coordinator: Katie Rivera, Senior Director, Special Education Services (phone: 831-645-1207, email: krivera@mpusd.k12.ca.us). Title V and 504 Coordinator: Donnie Everett, Assistant Superintendent, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (phone: 831-645-1261, email: deverett@mpusd.net). Title 5 Officer: Ryan Altemeyer, Associate Superintendent, Business Services (phone: 831-645-1269, email: raltemeyer@mpusd.net).--
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