High School Teacher - ASL (Long Term Substitute)

STEILACOOM HISTORICAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; Steilacoom (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Steilacoom Historical School District seeks an ASL Teacher at Steilacoom High School to deliver American Sign Language instruction, plan engaging lessons, and support diverse learners. The role emphasizes collaboration with families and the community to promote student success.

Minimum qualifications include experience with diverse student populations, an eligible Washington CTE pathway, and a valid teaching certificate.

Qualifications

• Experience or commitment to working with culturally and racially diverse students, families and communities.
• Full teaching program with valid teaching certificate and/or endorsement or approved state program for CTE certification options.
• Valid Washington State CTE certificate or eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience delivering ASL instruction.
• Knowledge of strength-focused instructional strategies to promote autonomy and student voice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ASL instruction in line with district standards.
• Plan, prepare and deliver differentiated instruction to engage diverse learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and community resources to support student success.

Skills

Diversity commitment

CTE certification path

Washington CTE certificate

ASL instruction

Differentiated instruction

Disability support

Inclusive teaching

Interpersonal skills

Community networking

Punctuality & attendance

Education

Master's degree in school counseling

Job description

Start Date: January 4, 2027
Location: Steilacoom High School
Hours Per Day: 7.50 (1.0 FTE)
Substitutes employed by the District for twenty (20) consecutive work days shall be placed on the teacher's salary schedule at the appropriate step as if they were a full time employee. Here is a link to the 2026-27 salary schedule.
Are you interested in making a difference? We are seeking an ASL Teacher with the following minimum qualifications to join our team!

• Minimum Qualifications and Skills
• Successful experience or demonstrated commitment toward working with culturally and racially diverse students, families and communities.
• Successful completion of either a full teacher program with valid teaching certificate and/or endorsement or successful completion of an approved state program for the Business and Industry Requirements for CTE (see certification options for CTE).
• Possess or qualify to attain a valid Washington State CTE certificate.
• Experience or skill in delivering instruction in American Sign Language courses.
• Knowledge of strength-focused instructional strategies for students that promotes autonomy, cooperation and student voice.
• Experience or skill in creating a caring classroom environment that is orderly, purposeful and facilitates student learning.
• Experience or skill in planning, preparing and delivering differentiated instruction that facilitates active learning.
• Demonstrated skill or experience supporting and contributing to the success of students with disabilities.
• Understanding of how injustice or racial inequity may impact students and families experience with school.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Strong relationship building, networking skills to connect with community businesses and resources.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, work effectively under pressure, and remain flexible.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

Desired Qualifications And Skills

• Successful completion of a master's degree in school counseling.
• Experience in school-focused, evidence-based suicide prevention and mental health models.
• Experience working with military-connected students and families.
• Understanding of standards-based grading systems.
• Bilingual skills.

Steilacoom Historical School District provides equal access to all programs or activities without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Allegations or concerns can be reported to Susanne Beauchaine at 511 Chambers Street, Steilacoom 98388, 253.983.2238 or [e-mail].