Teacher Special ; TOSA Early Childhood Education; ECE

Early Childhood Education Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA)

• Position Type:
  Certificated/ Teacher - Support Services
• Date Posted: 6/1/2026
• Location:
  
  SPECIAL SERVICES
• Date Available:
  
  08/31/2026
• Closing Date: 06/07/2026

The Early Childhood Education TOSA will work collaboratively with all ECE staff, ESAs, parents and supervisors to provide evaluation and placement of eligible early childhood special education students. The TOSA will provide support to children and families. Responsibilities include establishing and supporting assessment teams, providing comprehensive assessment of children aged 3-5 years, establishing eligibility for preschool special education (Part

B), identifying students' current level of performance, and writing functional and appropriate IEPs that comply with state and federal guidelines.

• Meet with preschool teachers to problem solve the initiation and completion of special education assessments, and evaluate amendments for students currently attending preschool programs.
• Mentor and assist special education teachers and ECE staff on service provision, behavior management, data collection, record keeping, knowledge of specific disabilities, and guidance of state/federal special education law.
• Serve as the district representative in IEP meetings, assist teams in identifying early childhood programs, organize and enroll eligible students into programs, and collaborate with all preschool staff.
• Assist directors in placement of newly identified special education students and transfer students with enrollment, transportation, change of programming, and transitions between programs.
• Provide appropriate staff development opportunities on early intervention, special education and topics that support the district's mission.
• Work with directors to design systems for assessment and Child Find teams.
• Attend coordinator meetings and ECE team meetings.
• Collaborate with B-3 and elementary programs to provide timely and appropriate transitions.
• Assist teachers in communicating regularly, positively and effectively with parents.
• Maintain appropriate confidential reports, records and files in compliance with state and federal law.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

Director of Support Services

May be required to deal with distraught students, parents, or staff; may be exposed to infectious diseases.

• B.S./B.A. degree (Elementary K‑8 and/or Secondary)
• Successful experience working with preschool or elementary special education programs
• One to three years of teaching experience preferred

Must possess comprehensive working knowledge of school district policies, demonstrate sensitivity affirming individuality and diversity, establish positive effective working relationships, communicate effectively orally and in writing, interface with others in difficult situations requiring empathy, flexible thinking, and deep knowledge of related instruction/programs. Must maintain confidential reports, records and files in compliance with state and federal law, manage student files and coordinate services, demonstrate knowledge of state regulations and best practices for related areas, and possess knowledge and application of early childhood special education assessment tools, evaluations, IEPs and best practices for young children.

• Valid Washington State teacher's certificate with a special education or Educational Staff Associate (ESA) endorsement prior to the first day of employment.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Bethel Education Association

Salary and benefits details are available upon request, covering salaries/wages, insurance, retirement plans, paid time off or vacation, paid holidays, and other compensation.

Bethel School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following employees handle discrimination inquiries:
Civil Rights Compliance / Gender‑Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Debbie Carlman, dcarlman, ;
Title IX Coordinator, Mel Boyd, mboyd, ; and 504 Coordinator, Melissa Munson‑Merritt, mmunsonmer, . All individuals may be reached at 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Information about the nondiscrimination and sex‑based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint is located .