Certified Secondary ELA Teacher

Certified Secondary ELA Teacher 1.0

Ellensburg School District 401, Ellensburg High School - Ellensburg, Washington

Job : 5809870

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:  Certified Teacher – ELA Teacher 1.0 fte

Location: Ellensburg High School

Reports to: Principal

Purpose: 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.
• 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 preferred.
• Stu…