Hood Canal - Teacher Kindergarten

Sylvania; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Shelton seeks a dedicated elementary teacher to inspire and educate students. The successful candidate will utilize culturally responsive teaching methods and actively contribute to a supportive learning environment. Candidates must hold a valid Washington State Teaching Certification and demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave and personal leave

Retirement plan options

Qualifications

• Experience or training in engaging lesson planning.
• Knowledge of Washington State education trends.
• Ability to develop curriculum to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional activities.
• Maintain a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and staff.

Skills

Communication

Student management

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Valid Washington State Teaching Certification

Washington State Patrol and Criminal Justice fingerprint/background clearance

Job description

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• 3 Certificated Reference Forms and/or Letters
• Valid Washington State Teaching Certification

Under the direction and supervision of the Principal or designee, the candidate will plan instruction, teach, differentiate instruction, motivate, inspire, and assess students in elementary education. The candidate will promote a high quality, personalized education program that reflects the Washington State grade level expectations for elementary education.

Preferred experience working with culturally responsive pedagogy specific to Native American youth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, implement, and evaluate a variety of activities in a well-balanced curriculum to provide positive learning experiences to advance the students' communication, language, literacy, math skills, creativity, physical health, social, and emotional development
• Maintain a learning environment that is developmentally appropriate and promotes creativity
• Participate in team planning, programming, and instructional activities focused on improving instructional practices and student learning
• Diagnose and prescribe learning and training programs for individual students based on aptitude, interest, and level to achieve
• Develop instructional goals and objectives to meet teaching assignment
• Utilize district and state standards in developing curriculum
• Recognize individual students' needs and provide appropriate strategies and interventions
• Foster and maintain a safe and positive learning environment
• Cooperate with building principal and staff in implementation of comprehensive instructional and activities programs
• Prepare teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.)
• Communicate effectively with families, staff, and community
• Serve as a cooperative member of the instructional team
• Use and integrate educationally relevant technology
• Participate in building and district in-service education and training programs
• Attend meetings and conferences as required
• Assume responsibility for and maintain a clean, functional, and safe school facility
• Follow board and district policies and stay current with updates and changes
• Protect the interest of the district with respect to all assets and liabilities
• Know and observe safety procedures, maintain safe working conditions, and comply with safety rules and regulations
• Perform other related duties consistent within the scope and intent of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate
- Washington State Patrol and Criminal Justice fingerprint/background clearance
- Washington State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release
- Preferred successful teaching experience with elementary grade students

REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience or training in highly engaging lesson planning, including complex problem solving, real world application, and interactive work groups
- Strong skills, background, and training in area of endorsement
- Willingness to benefit from building supervision, evaluation programs, and professional development
- Ability to reflect on personal performance for continuous improvement and implementation of best practices
- Use district adopted curriculum and assessments
- Ability to develop, modify, and adjust curriculum to meet the individual needs of students
- Strong student management capabilities
- Ability to actively participate in collegial teams and a professional learning community
- Ability to maintain student safety and contribute to a positive school-wide learning environment
- Knowledge of Washington State education trends, including the use of technology in the classroom
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
- Ability to develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with students, staff, and community members in a mutually respectful, supportive, and accessible manner
- Demonstrated skills in human relations and sensitivity to cultural, developmental, religious, and ethnic diversity of students, staff, and community
- Ability to maintain high ethical standards throughout all duties
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Must be punctual and dependable
- Follow school board and district policies and procedures and stay abreast of updates
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive sick leave, personal leave, and paid holidays, as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and District Policy.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Hood Canal School District does not discriminate in any programs 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 employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Lance Gibbon, Superintendent, at 360-877-5463 - 111 North State Route 106; Shelton, WA 98584. Complaint procedures can be found on website under Board Policy #3210 (students) and #5010 (employees).

The Hood Canal School District will provide reasonable accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with disabilities or who need translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at 360-877-5463 x 204 at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed.

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