Special Education Teacher - Secondary - Learning Center (LC)

Northshore School District 417; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Life/AD&D

Long-term disability

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Northshore School District 417 in Bothell, Washington is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Secondary Learning Center (LC). This is a pool posting for the 2026-27 school year to identify candidates for upcoming vacancies.

Apply to the area you are endorsed to teach with your cover letter and resume. Applicants must hold a Washington State Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement, plus a Bachelor's degree and completion of a teacher preparation program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and completion of a teacher preparation program.
• Endorsement skills examinations required.
• Experience with diverse student populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lessons based on standards and district guidelines.
• Set high expectations and adjust instruction using multiple data elements.
• Counsel, discipline, and supervise students; evaluate progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teacher preparation program

Endorsement exams

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Secondary - Learning Center (LC)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5536201

Application Deadline: Jan 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Feb 12, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Varies

Salary: $75,182 to $144,194 Per Year

Job Description

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The 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 is a "pool" posting for multiple vacancies in the 2026-27 school year. When a vacancy is open to external applicants, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the spring and summer.

This posting will be used to generate a 2026-27 applicant pool. Please apply to the area(s) you are interested in and endorsed (or can be endorsed) to teach in your cover letter and/or resume.

Job Summary

A classroom teacher fosters and manages a positive learning environment; develops and implements classroom lesson plans based on standards and general district guidelines; establishes learning objectives; provides instruction; uses research‑proven strategies and multiple data elements to adjust instruction; sets high expectations for student achievement; counsels, disciplines, and supervises students; evaluates student performance and progress.

Salary

2025-26 Northshore Education Association (NSEA) Salary Schedule. Placement on the salary schedule is determined by official documentation verifying educational level and work experience. Salary will be prorated for less than a full-year and/or part‑time employees. FLSA: Exempt.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree along with the completion of a teacher's preparation program and endorsement skills examinations. Preferred experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in a large school system.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with the following endorsement(s): Special Education. Candidates who are new to the profession or moving from out of state, may apply if anticipated to obtain certification prior to the position start date or first day of school.

Working Conditions

Works in a classroom setting; must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift and carry objects typically weighing ten pounds or less; required to stand for extended periods of time; frequently reaches below shoulder height; occasionally pushes or pulls objects; frequently required to use sufficient manual dexterity to operate controls and computer keyboard, and handle books and other materials; exposure to infectious diseases; may be required to attend meetings or activities beyond normal work day.

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).

TheSchool 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

Incomplete applications are not considered. Applications must be submitted by midnight PST on the closing date. 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.

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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Northshore School District - Human Resources
• 3330 Monte Villa Parkway
• Bothell, Washington 98021
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]