Long Term Substitute

Rincon Valley is a premier district with 42000 residents in beautiful Sonoma County. The district makes up one-quarter of Santa Rosa on the east side of the city and includes both small city and rural areas. The surrounding countryside includes vineyard-lined hillsides the Russian River watershed and spectacular views of the Pacific warm and friendly area a blend of art and culture food wine and recreation is the perfect location for families. Located 55 miles north of San Francisco 15 miles west of Napa County and 30 miles east of the Pacific Ocean the area is close to many wineries golf courses world class performing arts venues and spas. Additional outdoor activities include fishing and water sports on the Russian River and Lake Sonoma and access to redwood forests. The area also has wonderful state and local parks with miles of jogging and biking trails. Rincon Valley is about twenty minutes away from Sonoma State University and close to Santa Rosa Junior College one of the top ten community colleges in the Valley Union School District has an outstanding program supporting all students. The district of approximately 3200 students operates seven TK-6 grade schools and one 7-8 charter schools that purposely serves a small student population of approximately 300 students. The seven elementary sites five of which are charters are relatively small with an average enrollment of 375 students. The student population is 58% Caucasian 27% Hispanic 5% Asian 3% African American and about 1.5% American Indian. There are over 200 certificated employees and approximately 300 classified employees.

Teaching in an elementary classroom long term for a 6th grade teacher.