Social Science Teacher - Madera South High School at Madera Unified School District
Application Deadline
4/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/24/2026
Contact
Jennifer Thao
559-675-4450
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Pay Range
$57,907 -
$115,683
Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Salary Schedule Range Based Upon Experience
Length of Work Year
2026/2027 School Year
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
CERTIFICATED JOB DESCRIPTION
TEACHER: CLASSROOM
Overall Responsibilities
Provide instruction using principles of human development and
appropriate learning strategies to enable students to make academic,
vocational, and/or personal growth.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Provide instruction in grade/subject assigned.
2. Prepare materials needed to assist students.
3. Implement policies, procedures, and mandates as required.
4. Prepare and submit requested reports and plans in an accurate
and timely manner.
5. Participate in professional development.
6. Participate in school, District, and department activities and meetings.
7. Work with other staff including administration, counseling,
clerical, and other teachers.
8. Provide instruction and compliance activities in accordance with
state and federal law, District policies and procedures, and
site needs.
9. Work with parents and community members to provide for the
instructional needs of individuals in the assigned class.
10. Foster positive relationships between students, staff, and community members.
11. Supervise students to assure their safety.
12. Monitor student achievement and adjust instructions in
response to student data.
13. Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Specific knowledge of:
1. Content of instructional assignment.
2. Principles of learning, instruction, and assessment appropriate
to assignment.
Specific Ability to:
1. Assist in array of learners in developing age appropriate
knowledge and skills.
2. Maintain patience when confronted with challenges and
stressful situations.
3. Contribute to the successful fulfillment of the District Mission.
4. Work cooperatively with others to make plans and decisions
and to implement programs and activities.
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5. Conduct responsibilities of the position based on information
and instructions provided in English.
6. Learn and appropriately apply District policies and procedures
and other regulations related to the position.
7. Apply strategies appropriate to the age level of the assigned
students.
8. Maintain appropriate confidentiality about the status of
students, classroom, and school activities.
9. Gather and analyze data to determine student’s abilities and
instructional needs.
10. Operate calculator, computer, and data entry terminal.
11. Learn and apply current technology to assigned duties.
Education:
1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
2. Graduate level course work in education.
Experience:
1. Completion of student teaching.
License:
1. Valid California Teaching Credential for age/subject assigned.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Supervisor’s Title: Principal
Unit Membership: Certificated
Current Salary Schedule Placement: Certificated Schedule
Teacher in a position supporting preschool children.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the preschool setting as
required to meet the needs of program students and funding
regulations.
Qualifications
Education:
1. (in lieu of those stated) College level course in early childhood
education equivalent to twelve units.
Informal Title: Preschool Teacher
MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Teacher in a position supporting elementary students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the elementary setting as
required to meet the needs of K-6 or K-8 units.
Informal Title: Elementary School Teacher
Teacher in a position supporting middle grade students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the middle school setting
as required to meet the needs of K-8 or 7-8 students including
a focus on a limited number of subject areas.
Informal Title: Middle School Teacher
Teacher in a position supporting secondary students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the traditional high school
setting as required to meet the needs of 9-12 students including
a focus on a limited number of subject areas.
Informal Title: High School Teacher
Teacher in a position supporting alternative education students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in a alternative school
setting (including but not limited to continuation, home school,
and independent study) with a focus on meeting diverse needs
of individual students, K-12.
Informal Title: Alternative Education Teacher
Teacher in a position supporting R.O.P. students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in a secondary vocational
setting including a focus on all elements legally mandated for
program implementation.
Qualifications
Education:
1. Training related to instruction.
Experience:
1. Five years recent work experience in instructional area.
MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
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License:
1. Valid California Driver’s License.
Informal Title: R.O.P. Teacher
Teacher in a position supporting special education students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in a special education
environment as required to meet the special learning and
physical needs of students, K-12.
Qualifications
License:
1. (In addition to a regular teacher) Valid California license
authorizing service in Special Education.
Informal Title: Special Education Teacher OR
Resource Specialist
Teacher in a position supporting adult students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented in an adult setting (regular
site or community based) to meet the needs of adult learners in
a state regulated core areas.
Qualifications
License:
1. May substitute a Valid California Credential authorizing service
in adult education.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Unit Membership: None
Informal Title: Adult Education Teacher
Teacher in a position supporting bilingual program students.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented to the appropriate language
and with instructional appropriate techniques to meet the needs
of program students.
MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Qualifications
Specific Ability to:
1. Fulfill responsibilities in the language(s) required.
Informal Title: Bilingual Teacher
Teacher in a position supporting students of a cooperating teacher(s).
Specific Responsibilities
1. Responsibilities to be implemented according to assignment
approved by the principal and in cooperation with one or more
regular classroom teachers.
Informal Title: Support Teacher
PHYSICAL DEMANDS IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT
These physical characteristics are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job safely.
1. Mobility sufficient to move about, stand, and/or sit for
extended periods, and access all locations in the work
environment.
2. Manual skill to appropriately control and manipulate
objects, tools, materials, and equipment used on the job,
including a telephone and a computer.
3. Flexibility and strength to reach with hands and arms, bend
and stoop.
4. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels,
and to hear and understand speech on the telephone.
5. Ability to speak in audible tones so that others may understand
clearly in normal conversations and on the telephone.
6. Ability to see, read, and distinguish colors, with or without
vision aids: computer screen, equipment used in the
work environment, instructional materials, training
materials, directions, rules, policies, calendars,
agendas, manuals, and other printed matter.
7. Physical strength and agility to push, pull, squat, twist, turn, and
lift and carry bulky objects of up to 80 pounds with or
without assistance.
8. Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position
in a safe, accurate, neat, and timely fashion and to make and
evaluate the results of judgments and decisions.
MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
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9. Ability to drive all district vehicles.
10. High tolerance for continuing stressful situations.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions in the work
environment. This environment may be expected to include:
moderate noise level that is occasionally very noisy, frequent
interruptions, and frequent movement from inside to outside with
exposure to elements, exposure to toxic substances, stairs ,
children, and duty hours before sunrise or after sunset.
01/31/01
Requirements / Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
- Graduate level course work in education
Experience:
- Completion of student teaching
Requirements:
- Single Subject Credential in Social Science with an English Learner’s Authorization
- Copy of Transcript
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) Letters for External Applicants or One (1) Letter for Internal Applicants)
- Other (TPA/FAST)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CSET)
Comments and Other Information
The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the person’s actual or perceived race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation.
The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator.
Prince Marshall, Assistant Superintendent of Student & Family Support Services
1820 Howard Road
Madera, CA 93637
(559) 416-5826
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Social Science Teacher - Madera South High School at Madera Unified School District Share on X - Application Deadline 4/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 4/24/2026 Contact Jennifer Thao 559-675-4450 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range $57,907 - $115,683 Annually Add'l Salary Info Certificated Salary Schedule Range Based Upon Experience Length of Work Year 2026/2027 School Year Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements:MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CERTIFICATED JOB DESCRIPTION TEACHER: CLASSROOM Overall Responsibilities Provide instruction using principles of human development and appropriate learning strategies to enable students to make academic, vocational, and/or personal growth. Specific Responsibilities 1. Provide instruction in grade/subject assigned. 2. Prepare materials needed to assist students. 3. Implement policies, procedures, and mandates as required. 4. Prepare and submit requested reports and plans in an accurate and timely manner. 5. Participate in professional development. 6. Participate in school, District, and department activities and meetings. 7. Work with other staff including administration, counseling, clerical, and other teachers. 8. Provide instruction and compliance activities in accordance with state and federal law, District policies and procedures, and site needs. 9. Work with parents and community members to provide for the instructional needs of individuals in the assigned class. 10. Foster positive relationships between students, staff, and community members. 11. Supervise students to assure their safety. 12. Monitor student achievement and adjust instructions in response to student data. 13. Other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Specific knowledge of: 1. Content of instructional assignment. 2. Principles of learning, instruction, and assessment appropriate to assignment. Specific Ability to: 1. Assist in array of learners in developing age appropriate knowledge and skills. 2. Maintain patience when confronted with challenges and stressful situations. 3. Contribute to the successful fulfillment of the District Mission. 4. Work cooperatively with others to make plans and decisions and to implement programs and activities. MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Teacher: Classroom - Job Descriptions cont’d Page 2 of 6 5. Conduct responsibilities of the position based on information and instructions provided in English. 6. Learn and appropriately apply District policies and procedures and other regulations related to the position. 7. Apply strategies appropriate to the age level of the assigned students. 8. Maintain appropriate confidentiality about the status of students, classroom, and school activities. 9. Gather and analyze data to determine student’s abilities and instructional needs. 10. Operate calculator, computer, and data entry terminal. 11. Learn and apply current technology to assigned duties. Education: 1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. 2. Graduate level course work in education. Experience: 1. Completion of student teaching. License: 1. Valid California Teaching Credential for age/subject assigned. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Supervisor’s Title: Principal Unit Membership: Certificated Current Salary Schedule Placement: Certificated Schedule Teacher in a position supporting preschool children. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the preschool setting as required to meet the needs of program students and funding regulations. Qualifications Education: 1. (in lieu of those stated) College level course in early childhood education equivalent to twelve units. Informal Title: Preschool Teacher MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Teacher: Classroom - Job Descriptions cont’d Page 3 of 6 Teacher in a position supporting elementary students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the elementary setting as required to meet the needs of K-6 or K-8 units. Informal Title: Elementary School Teacher Teacher in a position supporting middle grade students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the middle school setting as required to meet the needs of K-8 or 7-8 students including a focus on a limited number of subject areas. Informal Title: Middle School Teacher Teacher in a position supporting secondary students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in the traditional high school setting as required to meet the needs of 9-12 students including a focus on a limited number of subject areas. Informal Title: High School Teacher Teacher in a position supporting alternative education students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in a alternative school setting (including but not limited to continuation, home school, and independent study) with a focus on meeting diverse needs of individual students, K-12. Informal Title: Alternative Education Teacher Teacher in a position supporting R. O. P. students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in a secondary vocational setting including a focus on all elements legally mandated for program implementation. Qualifications Education: 1. Training related to instruction. Experience: 1. Five years recent work experience in instructional area. MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Teacher: Classroom - Job Descriptions cont’d Page 4 of 6 License: 1. Valid California Driver’s License. Informal Title: R. O. P. Teacher Teacher in a position supporting special education students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in a special education environment as required to meet the special learning and physical needs of students, K-12. Qualifications License: 1. (In addition to a regular teacher) Valid California license authorizing service in Special Education. Informal Title: Special Education Teacher OR Resource Specialist Teacher in a position supporting adult students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented in an adult setting (regular site or community based) to meet the needs of adult learners in a state regulated core areas. Qualifications License: 1. May substitute a Valid California Credential authorizing service in adult education. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Unit Membership: None Informal Title: Adult Education Teacher Teacher in a position supporting bilingual program students. Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented to the appropriate language and with instructional appropriate techniques to meet the needs of program students. MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Teacher: Classroom - Job Descriptions cont’d Page 5 of 6 Qualifications Specific Ability to: 1. Fulfill responsibilities in the language(s) required. Informal Title: Bilingual Teacher Teacher in a position supporting students of a cooperating teacher(s). Specific Responsibilities 1. Responsibilities to be implemented according to assignment approved by the principal and in cooperation with one or more regular classroom teachers. Informal Title: Support Teacher PHYSICAL DEMANDS IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT These physical characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job safely. 1. Mobility sufficient to move about, stand, and/or sit for extended periods, and access all locations in the work environment. 2. Manual skill to appropriately control and manipulate objects, tools, materials, and equipment used on the job, including a telephone and a computer. 3. Flexibility and strength to reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop. 4. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels, and to hear and understand speech on the telephone. 5. Ability to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal conversations and on the telephone. 6. Ability to see, read, and distinguish colors, with or without vision aids: computer screen, equipment used in the work environment, instructional materials, training materials, directions, rules, policies, calendars, agendas, manuals, and other printed matter. 7. Physical strength and agility to push, pull, squat, twist, turn, and lift and carry bulky objects of up to 80 pounds with or without assistance. 8. Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position in a safe, accurate, neat, and timely fashion and to make and evaluate the results of judgments and decisions. MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Teacher: Classroom - Job Descriptions cont’d Page 6 of 6 9. Ability to drive all district vehicles. 10. High tolerance for continuing stressful situations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in the work environment. This environment may be expected to include: moderate noise level that is occasionally very noisy, frequent interruptions, and frequent movement from inside to outside with exposure to elements, exposure to toxic substances, stairs , children, and duty hours before sunrise or after sunset. 01/31/01 Requirements / Qualifications Education: - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent - Graduate level course work in education Experience: - Completion of student teaching Requirements: - Single Subject Credential in Social Science with an English Learner’s Authorization Copy of Transcript. CPR/ First Aid Certification. Credential Copy. Letter of Introduction. Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) Letters for External Applicants or One (1) Letter for Internal Applicants)Other (TPA/ FAST)Resume. Test Results/ Materials (CSET) Comments and Other Information The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the person’s actual or perceived race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator. Prince Marshall, Assistant Superintendent of Student & Family Support Services 1820 Howard Road Madera, CA 93637 (559) 416-5826 Links Related To This Job About our community View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. Cal. 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