Biology Teacher - Coachella Valley High School - 2026-2027 School Year TEMPORARY CONTRACT
Contact: Adianna Ortiz. Application Deadline: 9/23/2026 4:30 PM Pacific. Date Posted: 9/17/2026. Number of Openings: 1.
About the Employer
Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district operates fifteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. It has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff, and serves a large Latino and English Learner population that has shown tremendous improvements in student achievement. The district faces tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley and is committed to improving educational outcomes so that more students go on to college and become respected members of a diverse global society. Located in the southeastern area of Riverside County, California, approximately 22 miles from Palm Springs, the district is rural and primarily agricultural; school sites are spread over a 1,200‑square‑mile area, with an elementary/high school actually located in Imperial County. For more information, visit www.cvusd.us.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Valid California Teaching Credential - Single Subject Biological Sciences
- Resume
- Letter of Introduction
- Three Letters of Recommendation, SIGNED & DATED within the last year
- English Learner Authorization
- Copy of Transcripts
- TB clearance (If hired, TB clearance must be within 6 months)
Pay
$65,655 - $136,033 (12 years of certificated teaching experience accepted upon hire)
Schedule
Length of Work Year: 184 days (10 months). Employment Type: Full Time. Temporary Contract for the 2026‑2027 School Year.