7-20-2026
ELEMENTARY STEAM TEACHER (49%)
2026-2027 School Year
The Los Alamitos Unified School District is committed to creating and supporting a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal
opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-
disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other bias covered by appropriate law.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid California Multiple Subject Credential and an English Learner authorization required (by August 10, 2026)
- Commitment to Los Alamitos Unified School District’s mission, vision and priority goals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of
stakeholders
- Successful classroom teaching experience with a passion for working with children
- Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, techniques and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction
- Knowledge of educational curriculum, instructional goals and objectives and educational trends and research findings
pertaining to educational technology and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
- Ability to be flexible and revise priorities in accordance with requirements of the Superintendent/designee
- Ability to motivate and support staff in reaching high levels of academic success
- Expert knowledge of instructional technology, current research and practice related to instruction
- A results-oriented, goal-driven, team approach to work
- Ability to be flexible and revise priorities in accordance with the requirements of student needs, school goals and
district priorities along with a strong commitment to learn
- Outstanding skills in problem-solving, critical-thinking, innovation and creativity
- Strong science, engineering, coding, mathematics and technology skills
ASSIGNMENT
• Teach a variety of STEAM and Makerspace related curriculum, lessons, and activities aligned to NGSS for students
Kindergarten through grade 5
- Assignment begins: August 10, 2026
SALARY AND BENEFITS
• Placement on Certificated Salary Schedule with starting salary between $75,315 (Step 1) - $114,714 (Step 10),
(Pro-rated to 49%); maximum outside years accepted nine; up to two years credit for Substitute Teaching
experience
- Eligible to participate in BTSA/Induction program with Orange County Office of Education (OCDE)
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Completed applications must be submitted through www.edjoin.org/losal and include the following supporting
documentation: A letter of interest (Include: background, three critical skills, and why you want to work in Los Al),
resume, three (3) current letters of recommendation, copy of valid credential(s) or program status letter and unofficial
transcripts showing BA and higher
- Current employees only need to submit a letter of interest (Include: background, three critical skills, and why you want
to work in Los Al) and resume via email to
[email protected]; Current Substitutes must apply through Edjoin
- Selected applicants will be notified of interview
- For inquiries contact Elisa Miller, Certificated Personnel Specialist at (562) 799-4700, ext. 80410
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION PACKET: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 12pm
