Certified Secondary Spanish​/ELA Teacher

Certified Secondary Spanish/ELA Teacher .6

Ellensburg School District 401, Ellensburg High School – Ellensburg, Washington

Job : 5809893
Final date to receive applications: Jul 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Jun 30, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Sep 8, 2026

POSITION:  Certificated Teacher – Spanish/ELA Teacher .6 fte

LOCATION: Ellensburg High School

REPORTS TO: Principal

Plan, prepare and deliver a quality instructional program based upon state standards, district curriculum, and effective instruction to students with diverse learning needs. Be willing to co-teach and provide opportunities for diverse learners.

• Planning, preparing, implementing and evaluating instructional activities consistent with established program and/or curriculum objectives, Washington State Standards and Common Core Standards
• Demonstrating effective teaching practices, and utilizing appropriate instructional methods and materials suited to the students’ aptitudes and interests, and the nature of the learning activities
• Providing clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum
• Using multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning
• Providing instruction that centers on high expectation for student achievement
• Exhibiting collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning
• Recognizing individual student learning needs, and developing strategies to address those needs
• Establishing classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior to ensure a safe and positive learning environment
• Providing guidance, counseling and discipline to encourage students to meet the standard of achievement and conduct
• Communicating and collaborating with students, parents and/or guardians, administration, and other staff members to provide guidance and evaluation and encourage student achievement
• Evaluating and recording student progress, and providing reports for administrative purposes
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Principal
• Ability and willingness to participate in and/or lead Professional Communities

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability of best practices for instructing reading, writing and social studies
• Demonstrated ability to utilize a variety of instructional strategies and methods appropriate to student learning needs
• Demonstrated ability to align instruction and assessment with Washington State Standards and Common Core Standards
• Demonstrated ability to integrate subject matter
• Demonstrated knowledge of TPEP and Danielson Framework
• Demonstrated effective and positive student behavior management skills
• Demonstrated ability to promote high expectations, maintain a caring attitude and establish a learning environment that enhances academic achievement for all students
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with all school district staff and students
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters in an ethical manner
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and accept the responsibility of providing effective leadership in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and provide logical solutions in complex situations
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to produce and maintain accurate records
• Demonstrated ability to remain flexible to change in assignment or situations
• Demonstrated high level of computer proficiency and application of technology

• Washington State teaching certificate appropriate to assignment.
• Spanish and ELA Endorsements, Special certification and/or license required for specific assignment.
• Must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background check

• Successful and recent experience as a high school teacher in subject area preferred
• Degree in subject area preferred
• Second language or language acquisition background or abilities…