Capitol Page School Teacher & Curriculum Lead

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Legislature in Olympia, WA, seeks Page School Teachers and Page School Assistant Teachers for a nonpartisan program serving 14-16 year-olds. Open Sept 3–Sept 30, 2026. Roles involve teaching, curriculum development, and coordinating page activities.

Positions require a degree in education and the ability to work with diverse learners; background checks are required. The program emphasizes civics education and engagement within the Capitol Campus.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, preferably with a focus of social studies, political science, or civics.
• Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds, interests, ages and abilities.
• Non-partisan while facilitating conversations with conflicting viewpoints.
• Working knowledge of the legislative process.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize with competing deadlines.
• Possesses strong research, organizational, and communication skills.
• Able to navigate the needs of both chambers and multiple supervisors.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office, Zoom, and other forms of technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead, co-teach, and assist with classroom instruction.
• Research, adapt, and update Page School curriculum to align with evolving education standards, best practices, and current political topics.
• Manage the daily operations of the Page School (schedule, guest speakers, room requests, newsletter, etc.).
• Work with House and Senate Page staff to create a safe and welcoming environment.
• Create accommodations for diverse learners.
• Coordinate with the TVW, executive, and judicial branches for page experiences.
• Administer the Gina Grant Bull Legislative Memorial Page Program Scholarship.
• Assist with recruitment of host families.

Skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Legislative process knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education

Teaching certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Job description

Washington State Legislature in Olympia, WA, seeks Page School Teachers and Page School Assistant Teachers for a nonpartisan program serving 14-16 year-olds. Open Sept 3–Sept 30, 2026. Roles involve teaching, curriculum development, and coordinating page activities.

Positions require a degree in education and the ability to work with diverse learners; background checks are required. The program emphasizes civics education and engagement within the Capitol Campus.