Teacher, Multilingual Learner Teacher - Continuing

Cheney Public Schools; Cheney (WA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development funds

New staff funds

Job summary

Cheney Public Schools is seeking a Multilingual Learner Teacher (1.0 FTE) for the 2026-27 school year. The role is a continuing certificated position with a 7-hour day, starting immediately, in Cheney, WA. Salary ranges from $59,028 to $115,278 per year and includes annualized pay over 12 months.

Benefits include professional funds and new-staff reimbursements. Qualified candidates must hold a WA State teaching certificate with ELL/ELD/ESL endorsement, a WA driver's license, and pass WSP/FBI

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Teacher Certificate with ELL/ELD/ESL endorsement.
• Valid Washington State Drivers License and personal transportation.
• WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of and experience with state screening process.
• Knowledge of and experience with WIDA ACCESS Assessment.
• Knowledge of and understanding of Title III services.
• Apply WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework.

Skills

Driver's license & transportation

Background clearance (WSP/FBI)

ELL/ELD/ESL endorsement

Education

Washington State Teaching Certificate with ELL/ELD/ESL endorsement

Job description

Teacher, Multilingual Learner Teacher - Continuing

Cheney Public School District 360 Teaching & Learning - Cheney, Washington

Job Details

Job ID: 5891005
Application Deadline: Aug 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

POSITION:

Multilingual Learner Teacher (formerly ELL Teacher), 1.0 FTE

SCHEDULE:

7 hours/day and start/end times vary by building (between 7:20 a.m.-4:00 p.m.); Monday-Friday; School Year + additional days (reference Appendix B-1 )

LOCATION:

Teaching & Learning assigns School Building Location(s)

SUPERVISOR:

Building Principal(s); Department Director(s)

POSITION TYPE:

Certificated, Continuing**

**The district reserves the option to return to this pool for non-continuing, leave replacement positions. Candidates will be notified if they are being contacted regarding a non-continuing position.

COMPENSATION:

$59,028-$115,278/year depending on prior school district experience; Pay is annualized over 12 months (if hired after start of school year, spread over remaining months of fiscal year (Sept-Aug))

OTHER COMPENSATION:

Professional Development and Supply Allocation Funds:

The District will provide annually $700 per FTE employee for reimbursement of 1) Classes, conferences and/or workshops; 2) Purchase of work related materials (no gift cards may be purchased with these funds for any reason); 3) Certification Support

New Certified Staff Funds:

The District will provide a one-time $400 per FTE reimbursement to new employees with one year or less previous teaching experience (includes substitute time) to support initial classroom setup and supply needs. Does not apply to partial year leave replacement contracts.

BENEFITS:

• Paid leave ; If utilizing flexible hours/schedule, position hours must generate at least 630 work hours in the current school year for the following to apply:Medical ,dental ,vision , andbasic life and AD&D insurance ;retirement plan ;deferred compensation (DRS andTSA )

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Washington State Teacher Certificate with ELL/ELD/ESL endorsement
• Valid Washington State Drivers License and personal transportation
• WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance

*Please note: Per the CEA bargaining agreement, this is a restricted position. Those wishing to transfer must currently hold the same position (i.e., Instructional Support TOSA to Instructional Support TOSA). Employees not currently holding the same position and seeking transfer into the restricted positions must apply and the top four candidates, as determined by the hiring team, will be guaranteed an interview with out-of-district candidates.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Cheney Public Schools is a rapidly growing district serving approximately 5,300 students and encompasses the towns of Cheney and Airway Heights, an expansive rural area, and a developing industrial and residential area on the West Plains. The District covers 380 square miles.

Cheney Public Schools is committed to high expectations and continuous progress for students, staff, and administration. The District provides a rich learning environment for all students, and the local community provides consistent and unwavering support for an extensive co‑curricular program. Our mission states, “Cheney Public Schools exists to guarantee a safe and caring environment where ALL students learn at high levels and graduate with options for post-secondary education, careers, and civic engagement.”

Cheney Public Schools Strategic Plan drives the work of the district. There are six priorities: Student Safety, Student Well Being, Learning and Growth, Future Ready Outcomes, Exemplar School District, and Community and Facility Growth. The work of district teachers is integral to Learning and Growth, Future Ready Outcomes and Exemplar School District.

Cheney Public Schools has a growing population of Multilingual learners. We currently serve over 450 students with 33 different languages spoken. Students are served by certificated ML teachers, many who are bilingual, who work in partnership with general education teachers in a co‑teaching and co‑planning format partnered with sheltered instruction in secondary settings. As our services expand to support students across the district, each building has a designated MLL Teacher to ensure each student and family are welcomed into our community.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

A teacher is a professional who teaches students based on curriculum guidelines within their subject areas. Teachers are responsible for preparing lesson plans and educating students at all levels. Their duties include assigning homework, grading tests, and documenting progress. Teachers must be able to instruct in a variety of subjects and reach students with engaging lesson plans. Teachers must plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

An employee hired for this assignment may perform all or some of the responsibilities defined below:

• Knowledge of and experience with state screening process
• Knowledge of and experience with WIDA ACCESS Assessment
• Knowledge of and understanding of Title III services
• Apply WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework