DHH Elementary Teacher, .8 FTE

Edmonds School District; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (SEBB)

Retirement plan (WA state)

Paid sick leave

Paid personal leave

Life and AD+D Insurance

403(b) Plans

Job summary

Edmonds School District is hiring for a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Elementary teacher at Madrona K-8 School, beginning with the 2026-27 school year. This .8 FTE position includes a non-continuing .2 FTE for the 2026-27 year only.

Plan and provide educational activities for DHH students, use ASL to communicate, and develop IEP-based goals. Requires WA State Teaching Certificate with SPED endorsement or ability to obtain and fluency in ASL.

Qualifications

• WA Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Special Education or the ability to obtain one before start date.
• Graduate-level training in Deaf Education.
• Must be fluent in American Sign Language and written English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide educational activities for deaf and hard of hearing students with diverse learning needs.
• Utilize ASL to communicate with students and staff.
• Develop and implement student goals and IEP-based objectives.
• Be proficient in sign language (ASL to PSE as appropriate).
• Experience creating meaningful activities in a DHH education setting preferred.

Skills

Educational activities for DHH

ASL communication

IEP goals implementation

Sign language proficiency

DHH education experience

Education

WA State Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement

Graduate-level training in Deaf Education

Ability to obtain certification by start date

Job description

About The District

Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills, knowledge, and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future.

About The District

Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills, knowledge, and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future.

Our certificated staff are committed to engaging and supporting all students in learning. This is exemplified daily by their efforts to create learning environments that promote student autonomy, interaction, competence and choice. They are aware of the diverse needs of Edmonds students and use all possible resources to meet this diversity including making reasonable accommodations for individual cognitive, physical, emotional and social needs. Edmonds staff believe that every student has the capacity to learn. They support this belief by promoting high standards of learning for all and communicating these standards to all their students.

About The Position

This is a .8 FTE position for a DHH Elementary (1-5) Teacher at Madrona K-8 School that begins with the 2026-27 school year.

Note: .2 FTE of this position is non-continuing for the 2026-27 school year ONLY.

Skills

• plan and provide educational activities for deaf and hard of hearing students with a wide range of learning needs;
• utilize ASL to communicate with students and staff;
• develop and implement student goals and objectives based on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs);
• be proficient in sign language with versatility from ASL to PSE as appropriate for instruction and communication; and
• have experience in creating meaningful activities and interactions in a DHH education setting preferred.

Preference will be given to candidates with an endorsement in Deaf Education with ASL Proficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Special Education, or the ability to obtain one prior to the position start date.
• Have graduate-level training from an approved program in Deaf Education.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in American Sign Language and written English.

A Complete Application Includes

Cover Letter, Resume, 2 Confidential Reference Surveys* (forms will be automatically emailed to your references), 2 Letters of Recommendation, and Transcripts.

• To move forward in the selection process your confidential reference forms must be completed by 11:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Salary

2026-27 Salary Schedule Range: $85,456 through $152,066. Placement on this salary schedule is determined by FTE and official documentation verifying Educational Level and Certificated Work Experience and will be prorated for less than a full year and/or FTE.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package for eligible positions.

• Eligibility for health insurance is based on whether the employee is anticipated to be compensated at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). For the 2026-27 school year a .5 FTE continuing contract position will meet that eligibility threshold. Eligibility for a non-continuing contract position will be determined at the time of hire by counting the total anticipated compensated hours from the date of hire through the end of the non-continuing contract. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability, Life and AD+D Insurance and options for HSA, FSA and DCAP.
• Eligibility for retirement is based on whether the employee is anticipated to work at least 70 hours per month for 5 months during the school year. For the 2026-27 school year a .6 FTE (either continuing or non-continuing) meets that eligibility threshold.
• Most employees have a wide variety of supplemental benefits to take advantage of:
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Personal Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • 403(b) Plans

Physical Requirements/Demands

The physical demands described here outline tasks required to perform the essential functions of this job. The district is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities in meeting these requirements. While fulfilling the responsibilities of this job, the employee is expected to navigate various school and classroom environments. The role may involve assisting students who need physical support or exhibit challenging behaviors. The role requires communicating with others regularly. Tasks may include frequent manual work using hands or fingers, as well as occasional reaching, bending, or twisting. The position may require moving objects regularly weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Visual requirements include performing close-range tasks and adjusting focus as necessary.

Edmonds School District Does Not Discriminate In Any Program Or Activities On The Basis Of Sex, Race, Creed Religion, Color, National Origin, Age Veteran Or Military Status, Sexual Orientation, Gender Expression Or Identity, Disability Or The Use Of a Trained Dog Guide Or Service Animal And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Questions And Complaints Of Alleged Discrimination

• Title IX Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent, HR-Payroll-Benefits, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, 425-431-7023, [e-mail]
• Section 504 Coordinator: Jonathan Bell, Executive Director of Student Services, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, 425-431- 7047, [e-mail]
• Civil Rights Compliance and ADA Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent, HR-Payroll-Benefits, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, 425-431-7023, [e-mail]