2026-27 High School Biology Teachers

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2026-27 High School Biology Teachers

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Green Dot Public Schools California

Green Dot Public Schools is dedicated to providing high-quality instruction that is central to the academic success of all students. Our teachers deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction grounded in the

Common Core State Standards

and the expectations of state college systems.

Our instructional approach emphasizes intellectual preparation and

Universal Design for Learning , ensuring instruction is accessible and effective for all learners. Collaboration across grade levels, including vertical articulation, is a core component of our model and supports a coherent and progressive learning experience for students.

Green Dot’s curriculum aligns to Common Core standards while allowing teachers the flexibility to design innovative and engaging lesson plans. This approach ensures students are actively involved in their learning while addressing individual learning needs and maintaining high academic expectations. We are committed to assessment practices that accurately reflect student learning and to equipping every student—regardless of background or circumstance—with the support needed to succeed in college, leadership, and life.

This mission is supported by robust professional development and growth opportunities that empower teachers to maximize their classroom impact and advance as educational leaders.

Green Dot teachers are represented by the

Asociación de Maestros Unidos (AMU) , an affiliate of the

California Teachers’ Association

and the

National Education Association .

Employment Status Notice Any individual hired into an AMU-represented position with a start date on or after September 15 will be classified as an at-will, probationary employee. At the conclusion of the school year, there may be an opportunity to transition to regular employee status.

Responsibilities

Exhibit and uphold Green Dot Public Schools core values

Create a positive and inclusive classroom culture that supports academic rigor and emotional safety

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned Biology instruction

Use data to inform instructional planning and assess student learning

Facilitate cognitively engaging lessons aligned to Green Dot instructional methodologies

Engage in critical reflection and continuously improve instructional effectiveness

Collaborate within the school site and across the Green Dot network

Build partnerships with families and community stakeholders to support student success in college, leadership, and life

Qualifications The ideal candidate:

Demonstrates a growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning

Possesses strong content knowledge and pedagogical skills

Can plan and deliver instruction that meets diverse student needs

Maintains high standards for execution and accountability

Demonstrates strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills

Exhibits ethical judgment, self-awareness, and professionalism

Is dependable, humble, and committed to Green Dot’s mission and communities

Is able to pass a tuberculosis (TB) test and background check at time of offer

Credential and License Requirements California-Based Educators (by July 2026)

Applicants must meet

one

of the following:

Hold or be eligible for a

California Preliminary or Clear Single Subject Teaching Credential in Biology , or

Be eligible for a

California Single Subject Intern Teaching Credential in Biology

(Intern credential must be earned by July 2026), or

Be eligible for a

Short-Term Staff Permit (STSP)

or

Provisional Internship Permit (PIP)

and hold a valid

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

certification from the

American Heart Association

or the

American Red Cross

Out-of-State or Non-Credentialed Applicants Applicants should review eligibility requirements through the

California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

to determine qualification to teach in California public schools by July 2026.

Credentialed teachers:

$71,085 – $127,985 (based on education and years of experience)

Intern-eligible or non-credentialed teachers:

$62,316 – $63,866

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Benefits Green Dot Public Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and eligible dependents, including:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% no-cost premium options available

Benefits effective the first of the month following date of hire

Employee Assistance Program (employer-paid)

Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance (employer-paid)

Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)

California Commission on Teacher Credentialing–approved

mentor-based Teacher Induction Program (100% reimbursed)

Wellness programs, financial planning resources, and student loan forgiveness access

Participation in the

California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS)

Note: Employees enrolled in CalSTRS may contribute to a 401(k); however, employer matching contributions are not available.

Additional Compensation Features

Longevity salary step increases in years 4, 8, and 13

Annual exemplary attendance bonus

Opportunities for paid stipends (as needed by each school site)

Approximately 198-day work year

Paid Time Off

10 days of paid sick/personal leave

25 days of paid school breaks (Fall, Winter, Spring), including major holidays

6 paid holidays (including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Veterans Day)

3–5 days of paid bereavement leave

*Subject to change

Additional Information

Hiring is conducted on a rolling basis

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted

Current-year teaching opportunities may also be available

Green Dot Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Green Dot does not sponsor employment-based visas.

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Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Education and Training

Industries Education Management

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