Transformative Special Education Teacher

Tacoma Public Schools; Washington; On-site; USD 75,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools seeks a dedicated teacher to plan and deliver engaging instruction that supports intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. The role emphasizes alignment with district curriculum, assessment of student progress, and supportive communication with families.

The position requires a Washington State teaching certificate and a Bachelor’s degree with appropriate endorsement, with a full-time schedule and 182 workdays per year. Benefits are provided by the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with appropriate educational endorsement.
• Valid Washington State teaching certificate.
• Completion of all District-required trainings, as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develops, plans and organizes a program of study aligned to learning needs and standards.
• Assesses student growth and provides progress reports; maintains accurate grades.
• Communicates objectives and learning targets to students; differentiates instruction accordingly.
• Establishes clear classroom rules and manages behavior to support learning.
• Maintains records and uses rubrics to monitor student growth.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Student assessment

Communication with families

Curriculum alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree with teaching endorsement

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools seeks a dedicated teacher to plan and deliver engaging instruction that supports intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. The role emphasizes alignment with district curriculum, assessment of student progress, and supportive communication with families.

The position requires a Washington State teaching certificate and a Bachelor’s degree with appropriate endorsement, with a full-time schedule and 182 workdays per year. Benefits are provided by the district.