Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA), Learning Support, Literacy Focus at La Mesa-Spring Valley School District

5/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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The La Mesa-Spring Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Board Policy 4030 prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital or parental status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Board Policy 4119.11 prohibits sexual harassment of district employees and job applicants. Complaints alleging unlawful discrimination or sexual harassment may be filed with the Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

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Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA), Learning Support, Literacy Focus at La Mesa-Spring Valley School District Share on X - Application Deadline 5/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 4/7/2026 Contact Julie Bankes Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Placement on certificated salary schedule based on units/experience Length of Work Year 2026-2027 School Year Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Welcome to the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District Ed. Join portal page. We are thrilled with your interest in joining the LMSV family. La Mesa-Spring Valley is a learning community that exists to provide children a pathway to a fulfilled life. Our schools are focused on the "whole child," which means we believe our mission is to nurture the character and hearts of children as well as educate them. Our school district believes love is at the root of everything we do. "Love is at the root of everything, all learning, all relationships, love or the lack of it." -Fred Rogers We invite you to learn more about our district on social media using the hashtag #LMSV - Heart. Job Summary Under the supervision of the Executive Director, Educational Services, shall provide district-wide support and technical expertise in planning and developing instructional strategies; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to technology and other assigned areas of responsibility; provide assistance to certificated and classified staff and site leadership teams. Important Details: 8-hour work day per TA contract Travel to schools The Literacy Focus TOSA will focus on: - Collaboration with principals and teachers - Tier 1 and Tier 2 literacy instruction, coaching and support (General Education K-8) - Implementation and support of Targeted Instructional Area and Powerful Practices - Supporting site data and assessment practices - Supporting site-based and/or district-wide professional learning Requirements / Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Five (5) years of successful teaching experience. 2. Experience in presenting to adult learners. EDUCATION/ CREDENTIALS 1. Valid CA Teaching or Education Specialist Credential with EL Authorization/ CLAD. 2. Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in education, education administration, behavior management, school counseling and/or educational psychology or related field. MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS TO YOUR APPLICATION - Cover Letter/ Letter of Introduction - Resumé - 2 Letters of reference/recommendation (written within the last 12 months) - Copy of credential(s) with proof of EL Authorization/ CLAD (CA CTC Website Screenshot is acceptable) NOTE: If offered employment, you will be required to submit fingerprints for a background check, along with other pre-employment requirements per the job classification. Comments and Other Information The La Mesa-Spring Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Board Policy 4030 prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital or parental status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Board Policy 4119.11 prohibits sexual harassment of district employees and job applicants. Complaints alleging unlawful discrimination or sexual harassment may be filed with the Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. Cal. STRS Links Not all postings qualify for Cal. STRS. Informational Only. Cal. STRS Info for New Educators ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY

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