Sixth Grade English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher

Washoeschools; Nevada; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27.5+ hours benefit eligibility

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance with 0

Sick Leave

PERS

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

Washoe County School District in Nevada is seeking a certified Language Arts teacher for middle school. Open positions include both full-time and part-time opportunities, with licensure for 7-12 English required for high school tracks or 7-12 English or K-8 for middle school tracks.

Starting date is open; internal job number 2026/27 outlines benefits and district policies. Positions are grant-funded for limited terms; fingerprinting is required and health insurance is prorated for part-time

Qualifications

• Active Nevada teaching license for 7-12 English required.
• Experience teaching middle-school language arts preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow district policies.

Skills

Classroom teaching

English language arts

Communication

Education

Teacher licensure for 7-12 English (Nevada)

Job description

Human Resources

Certified - Classroom Teacher - Language Arts - Middle School

Job Number 2000016121

Start Date

Open Date 10/20/2025

Closing Date

Position Information:

Position FTE: Full and Part Time positions available

Position Type: Certified

Nevada Department of Education Licensure Needed: 7-12 English for High Schools, 7-12 English or K-8 Elementary for Middle Schools

Contract Types: Standard and Limited Term, please see additional job information

Job Description For a full job description, please see "attachments" link above

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Internal Job Number 2026/27

Teacher's Salary Schedule Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year.

Additional Job Information

Limited term contracts are assignments for a limited duration. These positions are grant-funded and are contingent upon continued funding. The hiring administrator may retain incumbent for the duration of the grant without re-advertising. At the conclusion of this position, the incumbent will be eligible to participate in the exclusive transfer process and overage process in accordance with the Washoe Education Association negotiated agreement.

For questions on licensure, please visit Licensing .

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
  • Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change. Your job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at [phone] or email [e-mail]