Teacher; Elementary - Kindergarten and First (1.0 FTE; Leave Replacement 2026-27)

Snoqualmie Valley School District; North Bend (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

403(b) TSA retirement plan

Sick days and personal leave

Job summary

Snoqualmie Valley School District seeks a Leave Replacement certificated teacher for First Grade and Kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year. The position is 1.0 FTE with anticipated start on 2027-01-07 and end on 2027-06-11, with a salary range of $71,524 to $141,181 per year.

Eligibility requires a valid Washington State teaching certificate with endorsement. Benefits include SEBB, retirement plans, and prorated paid time off based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• Requires Washington State teaching certificate with endorsement.
• Experience collaborating with colleagues and analyzing student data to tailor Tier I instructions.
• Ability to communicate progress with families and support Tier II interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality differentiated Tier I instruction aligned to Washington State standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student data and identify students needing Tier II supports.
• Implement targeted interventions and monitor progress for diverse learners.
• Maintain open communication with families about student progress and school initiatives.

Skills

Collaboration

Data analysis

Communication with families

Differentiated instruction

Education

Washington State teaching certificate with endorsement

Job description

Contract type: Leave Replacement

FTE: 1.0

Grades: First (1/7/27 - 4/2/27) and Kindergarten (4/5/27 - 6/11/27)

Anticipated start date: 1/7/27

Anticipated end date: 6/11/27

Salary: $71,524 - $141,181 per year (2026-27 SVEA Salary Schedule). Salary range based on 1.0 FTE.

• Required: Valid Washington State certificate with appropriate endorsement required (students may submit a note stating when certificate is expected).

The certificated teacher, supported by building and district leadership, fosters a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that promotes students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. Using Washington State standards and district-adopted curriculum, the teacher delivers high-quality, differentiated Tier I instruction tailored to diverse learner needs. Collaborating with colleagues, they analyze student data to identify those needing Tier II supports and provide targeted interventions. The teacher also communicates progress with families, builds positive relationships, and actively contributes to the school's Multi-Tiered System of Supports to ensure equitable outcomes for all students. For complete details, please see attached job description.

Work Calendar: 2026-27 SVEA Work Calendar

Benefit Eligibility

• Insurance: This position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, basic life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance provided the assignment is anticipated to work at least 630 hours per year.*
• Retirement Plans: This position is eligible for a 403(b) TSA Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Holidays: This position is not eligible for paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off: Certificated employees receive 12 sick days and 3 discretionary personal leave days each school year. Sick leave and discretionary personal leave days are based on scheduled hours and position start date.
• Snoqualmie Valley School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click HERE for an overview of available benefit options.

Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year is eligible for benefits.

Union Information

Nondiscrimination Notice

Snoqualmie Valley School District complies with all applicable federal and state statutes and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and student opportunities. The Snoqualmie Valley School District will also take steps to ensure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all educational programs, services and activities.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's compliance coordinators:

Section 504 Coordinator

Salina Fassler

Associate Director of Student Supports

P.O. Box 400

Snoqualmie, WA 98065

ADA/Civil Rights/HIB/Title IX/ Coordinator

Dr. Alessandra Schiavone

Associate Director of Health and Safety

P.O. Box 400

Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Non-Discrimination Procedure