Grade 3 Teacher: Impactful Learning & Growth

Tacoma Public Schools; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a teacher for a REPLACEMENT contract for the 2026-2027 school year only (or until the employee returns from leave, whichever occurs first). The anticipated duration is November 9 through February 1.

The position plans, organizes and provides students with learning activities and a classroom environment designed to foster intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth, in alignment with district curricula and policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with appropriate endorsement.
• Valid Washington State teaching certificate.
• Ability to support student growth and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Develops, plans and delivers instruction based on learning needs and aligns with district curriculum.
• Assesses student growth and provides progress reports; assigns grades.
• Implements district policies and classroom rules; manages student behavior.
• Prepares lesson plans and differentiates instruction with clear learning targets.
• Maintains open communication with students, parents and staff; conducts conferences.
• Maintains records and uses formative/summative data to inform instruction.
• Supervises students and ensures safety and proper conduct in school settings.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Student assessment

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s degree with endorsement

WA State teaching certificate

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a teacher for a REPLACEMENT contract for the 2026-2027 school year only (or until the employee returns from leave, whichever occurs first). The anticipated duration is November 9 through February 1.

The position plans, organizes and provides students with learning activities and a classroom environment designed to foster intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth, in alignment with district curricula and policies.