Human Resources
The academies and professional development programs offered by PUSD bring numerous benefits to both staff and the district as a whole. The following programs and academies provide comprehensive support and growth opportunities for educators, administrators, and classified staff, fostering a skilled and committed workforce. By investing in professional development, PUSD ensures instructional quality, promotes effective leadership, and enhances support services, ultimately leading to improved student outcomes. Additionally, programs such as the Pleasanton New Teacher Project (PNTP) and Classified to Teacher Grant Program address critical staffing needs, while wellness initiatives prioritize the physical, mental, and social well-being of educators, creating a supportive and thriving school community. Through these initiatives, PUSD cultivates a culture of continuous learning, growth, and excellence.
The Human Resources Division strives to deliver the best customer service to all of our employees. The Human Resources team is focused on hiring, retention, leadership development, and employee assistance. These efforts support our employees as they deliver the best instructional program for our students.
Pleasanton New Teacher Project (PNTP) Thanks to the PNTP, over 90% of educators who start in Pleasanton stay in Pleasanton. Led by our Induction Coordinator, the Induction Coaches assist and support teachers new to PUSD. The PNTP is accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), and offers comprehensive professional growth and development for candidates, leading to a clear teaching credential in general and special education.
PUSD Wellness Teaching can sometimes be challenging, and to ensure staff are able to provide our students with the best education possible, PUSD supports the physical, mental, and social wellness of our educators through partnerships with Care Solace, as well as leading and curating resources on the PUSD Wellness Website (pusdedu.info/wellness).
Classified Professional Development
New Administrator Mentoring PUSD offers mentorship programs for new and veteran Certificated and Classified administrators to build their capacity for effective management and staff oversight. Mentoring is provided by highly experienced retired administrators on a weekly basis to ensure comprehensive and timely support. PUSD recognizes that classified staff are essential in supporting a healthy learning environment. Classified staff attend three mandatory professional development days each year to enhance their skills, knowledge, and effectiveness.
PNTP PLC Networking Forums The PNTP hosts monthly Professional Learning Community (PLC) Networking Forums which are designed to support all new PUSD teachers. These forums provide opportunities to connect with colleagues, share resources, and collaborate in interest-based problem solving. Each session includes time to learn new strategies and engage in open-ended, collaborative dialogue.
Classified to Teacher Grant Program The PUSD Classified- to-Teacher (C2T) program supports classified employees interested in obtaining a teaching credential or a Bachelor's Degree to help address the need for STEM, Special Education, Science, Math, and Spanish/Dual Immersion teachers. Benefits of the grant include credential advising and financial assistance to be used for degree and credentialing expenses.
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