Teacher - Option School Music Specialist @ Trejo Dual Language Academy,Fte,Cont Job Federal Way area,Washington USA,Education /

Position: TEACHER - OPTION SCHOOL MUSIC SPECIALIST @ TREJO DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY, 0.8 FTE, CONT.

Spokane Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates who are prepared and excited to provide a 21st century learning environment that effectively addresses the emerging necessity of social emotional supports and blending learning strategies.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced educator to join our specialist team teaching Music to students Kindergarten through Eighth Grade at Ruben Trejo Dual Language Academy.

As a dual language Spanish‑speaking school, proficiency in both English and Spanish is essential.

Qualifications

Fluency in both English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively teach in both languages.
Demonstrated experience teaching in a dual language or immersion program.
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
Strong understanding of bilingual education principles and best practices.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with colleagues, students and parents.
Commitment to fostering a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment.
Passion for supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of all students.
Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development related to bilingual education and teaching strategies.

Position Details

FTE: 0.8
Hours per day: 5.6
Contract type:
Continuing
Anticipated start date: 2026‑27 school year
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision benefits are provided through the School Employees Benefits Board for eligible employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
Most positions include additional pay provisions above the salary schedule, in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Position Requirements

This position requires a Washington State Teaching Certificate with a Music Endorsement. The Professional Education Standards Board (PESB) can provide additional endorsement requirement information.

Salary

Salary depends upon applicable prior certificated experience, approved credits, earned degrees, and the FTE of the position.

Responsibilities

Organize instructional programs within the prescribed curriculum to provide for individual differences.

Teach students of varying abilities effectively.

Maintain classroom discipline and use effective classroom management skills.

Utilize and maintain district/building curricular and student learning objectives.

Prepare and maintain long‑range and weekly lesson plans.

Maintain appropriate student records.

Work as an effective member of the department to evaluate and improve the program.

Communicate and interpret school programs to patrons.

Communicate student progress to parents.

Be familiar with state essential learnings, district targets, qualifying standards, testing, etc.

Work as an effective member of the grade level, staff, and community to evaluate and improve student learning.

Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the building administration.

Qualifications (Detailed)

Qualifies for a Washington State teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements as required by law and regulations.

Demonstrates classroom management procedures that provide for large and small groups, and individuals.

Uses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly when problems occur, and helps students toward self‑discipline.

Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral form.

Flexible in learning new concepts, cooperates with others, and adapts to a variety of assignments and conditions.

Enthusiastic and displays an overall optimism toward teaching and student learning.

Assesses needs of students, prescribes and implements effective lessons to meet students' needs through the use of appropriate and current instructional skills.

Gains the respect and confidence of students, parents, and staff through modeling appropriate demeanor, behavior, and attire.

Sets and attains high level of expectations with a commitment to using available resources so that accomplishment and growth occurs.

Develops favorable relationships with students; listens to, cares…

Teacher - Option School Music Specialist @ Trejo Dual Language Academy, Fte, Cont