Teacher of Visually Impaired (TVI)

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

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB health insurance

Washington state retirement package

Competitive salary on NSEA schedule

Job summary

Northshore School District 417 in Bothell, WA is seeking a Teacher of Visually Impaired (TVI) to join our team for the 2025-26 school year. This is a pool posting used to staff multiple vacancies; qualified applicants may be interviewed as openings arise in spring or summer.

Applicants must hold a Washington State Teaching Certificate with TVI endorsement and a Bachelor's degree with teacher preparation. We offer competitive salary on the NSEA schedule and comprehensive SEBB benefits; starts are

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster and manage a positive learning environment.
• Develop and implement lesson plans based on standards and district guidelines.
• Counsel, discipline and supervise students; evaluate progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Technology integration

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Professional development

WA Teaching Certificate

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teacher preparation program

Endorsement exams

Tools

None

Job description

Northshore School District 417 CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION CENTER - BOTHELL, Washington Open in Google Maps

Teacher of Visually Impaired (TVI)

Northshore School District 417 CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION CENTER - BOTHELL, Washington Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Northshore School District 417

Job Details

Job ID: 5392861
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! 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 for the 2025-26 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 in the spring or summer. Please apply to the area(s) you are interested in and endorsed (or will be endorsed) to teach and indicate those areas 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 certificated work experience. Salary will be prorated for less than a full-year and/or part-time employees.

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of developmental needs of students within assigned age range; knowledge of subject matter content and pedagogy; classroom management and organizational skills; skill in conflict resolution; ability to implement district adopted curriculum; ability to maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders; ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to adapt to changes quickly; ability to be an effective and collaborative member of a team; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to improve professional skills; ability to effectively use and integrate technology into curriculum; ability to learn new policies and procedures quickly; ability to maintain a valid WA State Teaching Certificate.

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.

Licenses/Special Requirements: Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with theTeacher of Visually Impaired (TVI)endorsement. 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.

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 will not be considered.

All offers of employment are contingent uponsatisfactory 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.

Position Type: Varies
Salary: $75,182 to $144,194 Per Year
Job Categories:
Special Education > Visually Impaired

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]