Ready Start Preschool Program Instructor - ESP II

~SPECIAL EDUCATION; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 54,842 - 66,358; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Washington state health insurance coverage

Washington state retirement package

Job summary

A local school district in Bothell, Washington, is seeking a Ready Start Preschool Program Instructor. This role involves providing instruction to young children, including those with special needs, in a co-teach model. Responsibilities include planning curriculum, collaborating with special education staff, and maintaining communication with families. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and a passion for inclusive education. Competitive salary based on the ESP Salary Schedule is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Experience working with special needs students required.
• Familiarity with Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement curriculum in a classroom setting.
• Collaborate with special education staff for inclusive teaching.
• Provide training and daily direction to paraeducators.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of early childhood development

Skill in classroom management

Ability to work in a co-teach model

Education

Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Ready Start Preschool Program Instructor - ESP II

Northshore School District 417 Special Education – Bothell, Washington – Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5391006

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re‑Posted: Oct 01, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

This posting will be used to generate an applicant pool. This pool does not necessarily indicate there is a current vacancy. However, should a vacancy occur, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the school year.

JOB SUMMARY

The Ready Start Teacher works in a Co‑Teach model providing instruction to 3–5‑year‑old children, including children receiving special education services. This position is responsible for teaching with fidelity the district adopted curriculum.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in consultation with the employee(s) involved.

• Plans and implements the curriculum and designs classroom environments, including multicultural educational experiences, to meet the needs of all children (including those with disabilities), utilizing the district adopted curriculum.
• Creates, adapts, and supplements daily lesson plans as necessary to present a classroom program including age‑appropriate early literacy, phonemic awareness, vocabulary building, language development, social skills, number sense, and fine and gross motor activities.
• Makes on‑going, written observations of individual children, utilizing the district adopted assessment tools. Uses student assessment data to inform instruction. Completes quarterly student reports, utilizing district adopted assessment tools and conveys this information to families.
• Implements appropriate accommodations and modifications for individual students as determined by the IEP team.
• Provides training and daily direction to classroom paraeducators and supervises parent volunteers.
• Collaborates with special education staff within a co‑teach model and specialists on a weekly basis to plan appropriate instruction for all preschool students including those with special needs.
• Conducts family conferences and provides information to parents on the developmental progress of their children.
• Maintains open communication with parents through email, telephone calls, written communications, school newsletter and/or school webpage.
• Attends in‑service training; attends other district‑required professional development.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Program Administrator and building principal.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a classroom setting; lifting up to 25 pounds and some custodial care required; required to work with special education students with varying handicapping conditions from mild to severe; may be required to deal with any or distraught students and/or parents; may experience frequent interruptions; required to assist students outside in inclement weather; required to attend occasional evening meetings; required to perform home visitations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A minimum of an Associate of Arts degree, preferably in Early Childhood Education or a related field, and successful work experience in an early childhood setting is required. Preferred experience includes: experience working with students with special needs (implementing accommodations/modifications under the direction of the special education teacher; experience working with multi‑disciplinary teams; experience in overseeing/working with an assistant; experience in working with families; experience in utilizing a Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) curriculum and assessment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate instructional techniques; understanding of the rationale behind inclusive programming; ability to interact and relate positively with all children, to support their individual learning and emotional needs; ability to establish effective and productive work relationships with students, staff, and parents; skill in various curricular areas such as social‑emotional development, early literacy, music, art, preschool science, storytelling and language development; ability to effectively plan and schedule activities; ability to make accurate written observations and keep accurate and detailed records; skill in classroom management; ability to provide for the physical safety of children, ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Salary: Salary is based upon the current ESP Salary Schedule (Level II); placement on the salary schedule will be determined by Human Resources DOE. FLSA Non‑Exempt.

Work Year: Hours and days vary.

Benefits

Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

Application Procedure

Click "Login and Apply" below to start your application. Complete all steps in the application process so that we may fully consider you.

• Complete an online application.
• Attach a cover letter and resume.
• Enter 3 references, including their name, professional relationship to you, phone, and email. Confidential Reference Forms are automatically emailed via the application system.
• You may also submit other supporting information of your choosing.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board. New hires must complete a probationary period following their hire date.

Click here to view our Non‑Discrimination Statement and Accommodation Policy.

Position Type: Varies

Salary: $39.81 to $48.17 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northshore School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged unlawful discrimination: Director of Human Resources (Title IX, ADA and Civil Rights Compliance), Director of Student Services (Section 504), 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021, 425‑408‑6000.

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Northshore School District – Human Resources
• 3330 Monte Villa Parkway
• Bothell, Washington 98021
• Phone: (425) 408‑6000
• Email: [e-mail]

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