Lakes Elementary-Elementary Teacher

Ancient Lakes Elementary - Elementary Teacher

Starting Date:
Aug 1, 2026

Conditions of work: 180 days

Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule

An elementary classroom teacher fosters and enhances an effective learning environment; facilitates the development or revision of curriculum and instructional materials; establishes effective rapport with students to motivate and develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education.

• Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance with state statutes, district policy and adopted curriculum, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
• Develop and translate lesson plans along with instructional material to provide individualized and small group instruction, adapting the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Establish classroom goals and objectives in conformance with courses of study specified by state and school district statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluate students’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays and exhibits of student work.
• Direct student teachers, teacher aides, tutors, and volunteers when such personnel are utilized.
• Attend or participate in all required staff meetings, committees, team building, field trips and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the district and/or building principal.
• Participate in a variety of activities to enhance personal and professional skills.
• Perform related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Possess good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrate ability to keep confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an Elementary related endorsement required.
• Extensive knowledge of subject areas and ability to have effective behavior classroom techniques and effective instructional techniques.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications.
• Establish and maintain effective, positive communication and working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
• Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
• Strong technical and word processing skills required.

This position is represented by the Quincy Education Association.

Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). For more detailed information on benefits, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.

* Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE.

• Deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software.
• Direct assistants; in some positions administer first aid and CPR.
• Set and maintain high expectations of students.
• Gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of appropriate behavior, methods and attire.
• Meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Lift up to 30 lbs.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.