Teacher Special/Housing Navigator - REPLACEMENT Job Kent area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Teacher on Special Assignment/Housing Navigator - REPLACEMENT

Tacoma Public Schools

Expected

Start Date:

September 1, 2026

FTE: 1.0

Hours per day: 7.5

Salary Level: Based on preparation level and experience per TEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Range is $73,549 (BA+0 step
1) through $144,248 (MA+90 step 20)

Union/Days per year: Teacher, 182 workdays, 10-month

Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools.

Additional Information

This position is a REPLACEMENT contract for no longer than the school year or whenever the staff member on leave returns to work, whichever occurs first. Estimated dates are September 1, 2026 - End of school year. The replacement contract will end on the last student day in June 2027 or the day the staff member returns, and benefits will end on the last day of the month in which the contract ends.

Under the immediate direction and supervision of the assigned Assistant Superintendent, Director or Building Principal, this position provides the necessary leadership in the planning, coordination and implementation of a subject area, special project, or grade level instructional program and performs other duties directly related to this position description.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plans cooperatively with District or school staff in the design, development and delivery of all assigned projects or programs.

Facilitates and maintains communication between District, project team, parents and school site(s) staff regarding information about the assigned projects or programs.

Represents the District, project or program Director and school site(s) as necessary and assists with leadership in the development, implementation and evaluation of the particular assignment.

Assists with overall responsibility for monitoring program(s) budget and advises designated Supervisor on necessary expenditures.

Plans and conducts necessary meetings as related to special assignment.

Responsible for receiving, distributing, and replying to special assignment communications.

Motivates project/program participants to develop skills and attitudes that foster success.

Participates with the appropriate District administration to develop the method by which the special assignment is evaluated.

Serves as a resource person to ensure program goals meet the specialized need of students.

Identifies, encourages and, when feasible, provides on-site staff development and instructional coaching support to ensure that teachers are knowledgeable about program components and understand the accountability aspects toward a high performing school.

Assists the teachers in maintaining a classroom atmosphere/environment conducive to learning and highest student achievement.

Provides instructional support to the school community in the full implementation of the assigned projects or programs.

Keeps abreast of current research applicable to the assigned projects or programs.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

Maintains and updates knowledge and skills required for success in the position by participating in professional development activities, workshops and conferences as needed or as assigned.

Manages special projects and performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis.

Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work.

CONDITIONS

Experiences frequent interruptions; may be required to attend meetings beyond regular work hours; occasionally required to work an extended work day and required to travel to District and community sites; may be required to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with appropriate educational endorsement and five years successful teaching experience; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work. Master’s degree preferred in Curriculum and Instruction or related area.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Must maintain all licenses and certifications as a condition of continued employment.
Valid Washington State teaching certificate or ESA certificate.
Valid Washington State…

Teacher Special​/Housing Navigator - REPLACEMENT

Teacher Special/Housing Navigator - REPLACEMENT