TEACHER SPECIAL EDUCATION (CASE MANAGER)

Highline Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Highline Public Schools is seeking a collaborative Special Education Case Manager to join Shorewood Elementary School. The role centers on designing and delivering specially designed instruction aligned with standards, coordinating with general educators, and supporting students with diverse needs.

The ideal candidate will supervise paraeducators, coordinate services, and maintain case management documentation while partnering with staff to ensure high‑quality services and inclusive education

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State driver's license and proof of insurance
• Training or experience in serving students with mild to severe disabilities

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver Specially Designed Instruction aligned with grade‑level standards.
• Co‑planning with general education teachers to provide in‑class and out‑of‑class supports.
• Manage paraeducator staff to ensure effective service delivery.
• Consult with teachers regularly to reduce barriers to learning and monitor student progress to inform instruction.

Education

Washington State Teacher with Special Education endorsement K-12 and endorsement in core subject areas assigned or a passing WEST E test score

Job description

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TEACHER SPECIAL EDUCATION (CASE MANAGER) JobID: 7608

• Position Type: CERTIFICATED (NON-ADMIN)/ SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (POOL)

Position Type: Certificated (HEA) ; *Contract (*Continuing or Non-Continuing contracts based on organizational requirements)

Annualized Salary:
*25/26 SY $71,962-$140,638*/ year
*prorated based on FTE and contract length

Contractual Start Date: 09/01/2026

PROFILE: Shorewood Elementary School is seeking a collaborative and student-centered Special Education Case Manager to join our inclusive education team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in both special education and general education instructional practices, with the ability to design and deliver Specially Designed Instruction aligned with grade-level standards. This role requires a commitment to inclusive education, including co-planning with general education teachers, providing in-class and out-of-class supports, and managing paraeducator staff to ensure effective service delivery. The Case Manager will consult regularly with teachers to reduce barriers to learning, support the implementation of accommodations and modifications, and monitor student progress to inform instruction. Flexibility, strong communication skills, strong organizational skills, and a problem-solving mindset are essential to supporting students across a variety of learning environments, including general education classrooms and small groups. The successful candidate will be highly organized and able to effectively develop and manage complex student and staff schedules, coordinate services, maintain case management documentation, oversee instructional materials and resources, and support paraeducators to ensure consistent, high-quality services for students.

SUMMARY: A Special Education teacher works with students found eligible for special education services through the Highline Public School's Special education process of identification and evaluation. Eligible students access learning in their Least Restrictive Environment determined by their IEP (Individualized Education Plan) team. Instruction is provided by certificated teachers with Special Education degrees or endorsements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A valid Washington State Teacher with a Special Education endorsement K-12 and endorsement in core subject areas assigned or a passing WEST E test score in core subject area assigned
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Washington State driver's license and proof of insurance and Training or experience in serving students with mild to severe disabilities

For a full job description, please see the attachment.

BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY: Eligible Highline Public School employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package. Check them out here!

NOTE: Individual positions may be filled via one the following processes: external hires, internal hires, internal displacements, or internal voluntary transfers. Highline Public Schools, District #401, reserves the right to privilege current employees in the hiring process.

OUR PROMISE: Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.

The Highline Strategic Plan is centered on Our Promise. In 2023, the strategic plan was updated to prioritize our work through 2026, identifying four bold goals:

• Culture of Belonging: A culture where all are welcome, valued, and safe.
• Innovative Learning: Academic experiences that engage, empower, and challenge every student.
• Bilingual & Biliterate: Multicultural skills that enable students to live, work, and communicate across cultures.
• Future Ready: Students explore possibilities and develop mindsets that prepare them for a changing future.

Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations as well as state laws on discrimination and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, marital status, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Highline Public Schools also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For the purposes of nondiscrimination, "neurodivergence" shall be defined as neurological differences including, but not limited to, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Neurodivergent individuals may or may not identify as disabled.Any person having inquiries should contact:Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affi... ... Address: 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien, WA 98166.

Postings current as of 9/20/2026 10:31:37 AM CST.

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