Special Education Teacher- Elementary Resource Room

Special Education Teacher – Elementary Resource Room

Mount Vernon School District – 320 Washington Elementary, Mount Vernon, Washington

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $76,930 to $150,485 per year

Mount Vernon School District (MVSD) seeks to graduate inspired critical thinkers who honor diversity and are committed to the betterment of their own lives and the lives of others. MVSD is dedicated to ensuring that 100% of its students graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary for post‑secondary education, careers, and life. We are committed to eliminating racial, ethnic, and cultural disparities in student performance and to providing safe and productive learning opportunities for every student.

• Plan and deliver clear, evidence‑based instruction using state standards, subject matter content, district curriculum, and student needs.
• Collaborate in planning, programming, and instructional activities to improve teaching practices and student learning.
• Recognize individual strengths and learning needs, developing strategies and interventions to promote achievement.
• Use multiple student data sources to assess progress, modify instruction, and improve outcomes.
• Integrate technology into instruction to support digital literacy and engagement.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community to foster student success.
• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment that promotes effective behavior.
• Maintain and submit required student progress information and records.
• Participate in meetings to implement school initiatives and address student needs.
• Attend all relevant professional development and training opportunities.
• Comply with supervision and evaluation procedures.
• Direct work of assigned staff when applicable.
• Implement and comply with district policies and code of professional conduct.
• Maintain consistent attendance within contract hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Valid Washington State certification for Special Education.
• Knowledge of Washington State and federal rules, and subject matter relevant to the assignment.
• Ability to use effective instructional strategies, formative and summative assessments, and state‑mandated testing.
• Experience addressing a broad range of academic and social needs, including at‑risk learners, culturally diverse students, English‑language learners, and special‑education students.
• Strong planning, reflective practice, and behavior‑management skills.
• Commitment to a diverse and inclusive learning environment and equity.
• Ability to work with diverse learners and provide access for all students.
• Strong communication, organization, time‑management, and record‑keeping skills.
• Proficient with technology and classroom software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and strengthen job‑related competencies.

• Write and manage Individual Education Plans and complete all required documentation on time.
• Qualified to teach in a self‑contained or resource‑room setting and report progress to parents/guardians regularly.
• Collaborate effectively with special‑education and general‑education staff, including support staff.
• Organized, patient, motivational, and understanding of students’ special needs.
• Experience working with students with mild to complex physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges.
• Communicate clearly in written & verbal form and make sound judgments.
• Use district curriculum and assessments; adapt curriculum to individual needs.
• Strong student‑management capabilities.
• Knowledge of English‑Language Learners and diverse learners.
• Proficiency with PCs, Microsoft Office Suite, e‑mail, and classroom technology.

• Second‑language or language‑acquisition background (Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, or Mixteco).
• Experience with student cultural and economic diversity.
• Additional endorsements in ELL, special education, and/or reading.

Eligible for SEBB medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and long‑term disability coverage with 630+ hours per school year. Retirement benefits available for 3½…