5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher

Sylvania; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance through SEBB

Sick leave and personal leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Olympic Middle School in Shelton is seeking a 5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year.

The role supports the District's strategic plan and involves delivering district-approved curricula, assessing student progress, and maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in ELA.
• Fluent in Spanish preferred (not required).
• Willingness to actively support Shelton School District's Strategic Plan and initiatives.
• Willingness to use District issued unit plans, lesson plans, and approved curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Creates and delivers lesson plans aligned with District approved curriculum and grade-level scope.
• Develops positive, professional relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Assesses student progress and provides feedback to students, families, and administration.
• Collaborates with teachers to review data, implement interventions, and improve instructional practices.
• Directs para educators, volunteers, and/or student aides to support an effective school program.

Skills

Endorsement in ELA

Teaching Certificate

Job description

An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower!

Posting Information

We are currently hiring a 5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher at Olympic Middle School for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year. Open until filled.

Interview Process

If selected for an interview, you will be invited to complete an Asynchronous Virtual Interview. Candidates chosen for a second round interview will participate in an in-person interview at a date to be determined.

Schedule

1.0

Location

Olympic Middle School

Salary

Salary: $66,345 - $122,127 annually, depending on experience. Salary will be prorated based on number of contracted days remaining within the school year based on start date. The listed salary range is based on the 2026-2027 SEA Salary Schedule.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Benefits

12 sick leave days of which 6 can be used for personal leave each school year; 5 days bereavement leave per school year; Leave will be prorated based on number of contracted days remaining within the school year based on start date; health insurance benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employee and eligible dependents.; other fringe benefits as allowed under the Shelton Education Association (SEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Overview

The English Language Arts (ELA) teacher supports Shelton School District's Strategic Plan by developing students' academic skills through academic courses of study and implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Requirements

• Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in ELA.
• Fluent in Spanish preferred (not required).
• Willingness to actively support Shelton School District's Strategic Plan and initiatives.
• Willingness to use District issued unit plans, lesson plans, and approved curriculum.
• Ability to develop and maintain structures and routines that are conducive to an effective, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Ability to assess students progress and modify instruction as needed.
• Ability to scaffold instruction for a diverse student population.
• Ability to maintain and effectively use a District issued classroom library.
• Ability to maintain an upbeat, positive, and collaborative demeanor.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional, positive relationships with students, staff, administrators, families, and the community.
• Willingness to participate in school and building events and activities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Ability to incorporate lightheartedness and humor into the workplace.
• Ability to grow in interpersonal and technical skills with the held belief of being a lifelong learner.
• Ability to make independent decisions as well as work collaboratively with other staff, administrators, families, and community members.
• Ability to serve as a think-partner and use critical thinking skills to perform tasks and make decisions.
• Ability to apply policies, procedures, statutes, and regulations accurately.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently perform work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands through organization, attention to detail, and prioritization.
• Ability to admit faults, learn from mistakes, and take calculated risks.
• Ability to work flexible hours and remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations.
• Necessary skills (both technical and interpersonal) to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Functions

• Creates and delivers lesson plans in alignment with District approved curriculum following the scope and sequence of their grade level team.
• Develops and maintains positive, professional relationships with students, other staff, families, and administrators.
• Advises families of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assess students for the purpose of providing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding students' progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• Collaborates with other teachers to review data, implement interventions, align their scope and sequence, and improve their instructional practices with a focus on student growth.
• Collaborates with school personnel, families, and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions, and delivering District approved curriculum.
• Directs para educators, volunteers, and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Monitors student activities for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g., grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
• Reports incidents as appropriate for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to education code, district, and/or school policies.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g., family conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
• Attends meetings and professional development trainings as appropriate or directed.
• Maintains confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Maintains a positive attitude and views students with an asset-based approach.
• Supports the District's Strategic Plan and Shelton High School's School Improvement Plan.
• Abides by all District Policies and Procedures as well as all applicable statutes and guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.