Itinerant Special Education Teacher, Functional Academic Classroom - Continuing

Itinerant Special Education Teacher, Functional Academic Classroom
- Continuing (Multiple Positions Available)

Cheney Public School District 360 Student Support Services
- Cheney, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job : 5929327

Final date to receive applications: Sep 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

POSITION:

Special Education Teacher, 1.0 FTE (Multiple Positions Available)

ASSIGNMENT:

Itinerant Functional Academic Classroom (FAC)

SCHEDULE:

7 hours/day and start/end times vary by building (between 7:20 a.m.

-4:00 p.m.);
Monday-Friday;
School Year (reference Appendix B-1 ) + additional days

LOCATION:

Student Support Services assigned School Building Location(s) based on enrollment numbers, program and district needs, along with student need

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;
Up to two years of private sector experience may be applied to salary placement with HR review/approval;
Pay is annualized over 12 months (if hired after start of school year, spread over remaining months of fiscal year (Sept-Aug))

OTHER COMPENSATION:

View positions listed in CEA Appendices for details around additional days, etc.

• 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 , and basic life and AD&D insurance ; retirement plan ; deferred compensation ( DRS and TSA )

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Washington State Teacher Certificate with Special Education endorsement; 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.

Cheney Public Schools is a rapidly growing district serving approximately 5,500 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…