FTE Special Education Teacher - OCEAN

0.4 FTE Special Education Teacher - OCEAN

Port Townsend School District 50 OCEAN K-12 - Port Townsend, Washington Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Opening Announcement: 0.4 FTE Special Education Teacher OCEAN

2026-27 School Year

Posting Date:
September 11, 2026 Posting No: 2026-46

OCEAN School is a K–12 Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) program within the Port Townsend School District that offers flexible pathways for student learning, including the Family Partnership Program, an Online Program, and the Open Doors re‑engagement program. The Family Partnership Program blends part‑time on‑campus instruction with family‑supported learning at home, enabling students to pursue personalized learning plans while staying connected to a vibrant, supportive learning community.

OCEAN champions experiential, project‑based, and place‑based learning, integrating community‑connected experiences that make learning relevant and meaningful. Students thrive in multi‑age classrooms where teachers, families, and peers collaborate closely to foster curiosity, independence, and real‑world problem‑solving skills. Through individualized learning plans, regular conferences, and hands‑on community projects, OCEAN supports students in exploring their interests, taking ownership of their learning, and developing skills that extend beyond the classroom.

OCEAN School is seeking a 0.4 FTE Special Education Teacher to provide specially designed instruction, case management, and collaborative support for students across OCEAN's Family Partnership Program
, Online Program, and Open Doors Program.

The position will primarily serve high school students
, with the flexibility to support students in grades K–12 based on student and program needs. The successful candidate will be comfortable working within OCEAN's unique Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) model and will understand that special education services may look different in a family partnership, online, or other nontraditional learning environment.

This position requires a collaborative, flexible educator who can build strong relationships with students and families, work closely with general education teachers and support staff, and help students make meaningful progress toward their individual goals, graduation, and postsecondary plans.

• Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
• Experience working with students with disabilities and providing specially designed instruction.
• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, evaluation processes, IEP development and implementation, progress monitoring, and documentation.
• Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and document IEP services and progress toward IEP goals.
• Ability to use student data to identify needs, monitor progress, and adjust instruction and supports.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based instructional and behavioral practices for students with diverse learning needs.
• Ability to support students with academic, behavioral, social‑emotional, executive functioning, and/or functional needs.
• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Strong communication, organization, flexibility, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) environment.
• Ability to develop and manage a flexible instructional and service schedule within a nontraditional school setting.
• Demonstrated competence with educational technology and…