2nd Grade Teacher; Leave Replacement SY)(REPOST Job Kennewick area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

Position: 23093: 2nd Grade Teacher (Leave Replacement for 26/27 SY)(REPOST)

23093: 2nd Grade Teacher (Leave Replacement for 26/27 SY)(REPOST)

Job : 5794212

Final date to receive applications: Jul 01, 2026 10:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position #VI23093: 2nd Grade Teacher (Leave Replacement for 26/27 SY)(REPOST)

Location: Vista Elementary, Kennewick, Washington

Salary and Benefits: Available .org/jobs

Completion of SAFE SCHOOLS web‑based training is required as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Valid Washington State teacher’s certificate appropriate for elementary education
Satisfactory evaluations
Evidence of motivating and instructing students of all ability levels with emphasis on individual learning styles documented by evaluations and/or references
Evidence of maintaining a positive, productive learning climate with parents and colleagues documented by evaluations and/or references
Evidence of recent successful primary teaching experience with culturally diverse children documented by evaluations and/or references
Training and/or experience in the use of the Origo Stepping Stones Series
Training and/or experience in the use of the Journeys Reading Series
Training and experience in the use of Reading Mastery, Corrective Reading, and other Direct Instruction supplemental programs
Experience working effectively with a broad range of ability levels using the RTI model and expectations
The ability to work as a team member in planning, curriculum development, grade‑level responsibilities, RTI implementation, and building responsibilities
Training and/or experience in utilizing technology as an instructional tool
Training and/or experience in administering various types of assessment tools – MAP & DIBELS performance assessments with rubrics
Experience and/or training with Step Up to Writing
Experience and/or training in Make Your Day discipline program and willingness to implement it with fidelity
Evidence of successful communication with school staff, parents, and students
Willingness to actively participate in PLC meetings
Punctual and consistent attendance

Responsibilities

Prepare students for Building, District, and State assessments.

Prepare for classes assigned and provide written evidence of preparation.

Provide an effective program of instruction in accordance with the school’s adopted curriculum materials, teaching each program with fidelity.

Be a “team player” by establishing and maintaining cooperative professional relationships with others.

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, colleagues, and supervisors.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and the facilities.

Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules and administrative regulations.

Attend and participate in faculty in‑service, training, and meetings.

Be flexible in schedule changes to accommodate other staff and community faculty usage.

Take responsibility for maintaining good classroom management.

Work collaboratively with para educators and other teachers to devise appropriate instruction for all students.

Perform other duties as required.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods, push or pull 18‑26 lbs., sit, kneel, crouch, twist, bend, and use hands for typing and handling. Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or use of a trained service animal.

Position Type: Full‑Time

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