LAP Teacher - Elementary

LAP Teacher - Elementary

Northshore School District 417 - Bothell, Washington

Job : 5536282

Final date to receive applications: Jan 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Feb 12, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

This is a "pool" posting for multiple vacancies in the 2026-27 school year. When a vacancy is open to external applicants, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the spring and summer.

This posting will be used to generate a 2026-27 applicant pool. Please apply to the area(s) you are interested in and endorsed (or can be endorsed) to teach in your cover letter and/or resume.

A classroom teacher fosters and manages a positive learning environment; develops and implements classroom lesson plans based on standards and general district guidelines; establishes learning objectives; provides instruction; uses research‑proven strategies and multiple data elements to adjust instruction; sets high expectations for student achievement; counsels, disciplines, and supervises students; evaluates student performance and progress.

2025-26 Northshore Education Association (NSEA) Salary Schedule. Placement on the salary schedule is determined by official documentation verifying educational level and work experience. Salary will be prorated for less than a full‑year and/or part‑time employees. FLSA:
Exempt.

• Bachelor's degree along with the completion of a teacher's preparation program and endorsement skills examinations.
• Preferred experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in a large school system.

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an Elementary Education endorsement; for grades K‑2 an Early Childhood Education endorsement will also be accepted. Candidates who are new to the profession or moving from out of state may apply if anticipated to obtain certification prior to the position start date or first day of school.

Works in a classroom setting; must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift and carry objects typically weighing ten pounds or less; required to stand for extended periods of time; frequently reaches below shoulder height; occasionally pushes or pulls objects; frequently required to use sufficient manual dexterity to operate controls and computer keyboard, and handle books and other materials; exposure to infectious diseases;

may be required to attend meetings or activities beyond normal work day.

Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

• Attach a cover letter and resume.
• Enter 3 references, including their name, professional relationship to you, phone, and email. Confidential Reference Forms are automatically emailed via the application system.
• You may also submit other supporting information of your choosing.

Incomplete applications are not considered. Applications must be submitted by midnight PST on the closing date.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the…