Mathematics Teacher, East Valley Middle School, FTE Continuing

Position: Mathematics Teacher, East Valley Middle School, 1.0 FTE Continuing
Location: Spokane Valley

Job Title: Mathematics Teacher, East Valley Middle School, 1.0 FTE

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule: 7.5 hours per day, 184 days per year, starting at the beginning of the 2026/2027 school year.

Salary: East Valley Certificated Salary Schedule, $59,310 - $119,456 depending on placement per degree, credits, and experience.

Benefits: to view Employee Benefit Information

Job Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the principal or designee, this teaching position will plan instruction, teach, motivate, inspire, and assess students. This teaching position will promote a high-quality education program that reflects state standards.

Essential Job Functions:

This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:

• Plan standards-aligned instruction - design and deliver lessons aligned to Washington State Learning Standards using district curriculum, pacing expectations, and instructional frameworks.
• Implement blended and self-paced learning - integrate technology to support a blended, self-paced, and mastery-based learning environment consistent with the Modern Classroom instructional framework (training provided).
• Differentiate instruction - use flexible grouping, scaffolds, and targeted supports to meet diverse academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs.
• Create a positive classroom climate - establish a predictable, inclusive, trauma-informed learning environment with high expectations for all students.
• Implement PBIS Tier 1 practices - teach, model and reinforce school wide expectations through consistent, respectful, and restorative behavior supports.
• Use assessment to guide instruction - administer formative and summative assessments, analyze results, and adjust instruction to support student growth.
• Participate in PLC collaboration - engage in Professional Learning Communities to examine data, plan instruction, and monitor student progress.
• Communicate with families - maintain regular, clear communication with families regarding learning goals, classroom expectations, and student progress.
• Maintain accurate records - document attendance, grades, assessment data, and other required information in accordance with district and state guidelines.
• Engage in professional learning - participate in district and school professional development, coaching cycles, and ongoing learning related to curriculum, instruction, and equity.
• Collaborate with colleagues - work effectively with grade-level teams, specialists, counselors and administrators to support student success.
• Ensure student safety - take appropriate precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities; follow all district policies and legal requirements.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities - perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.
• Promote the district's educational goals by attending and participating in teacher-parent conferences and any other related activities.
• Exhibit flexibility, high-stress tolerance, reliability, punctuality, and confidentiality.
• Maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site(s) and work the regular work hours specified by the contract.
• Comply with and uphold all district policies and all applicable laws.

Required Skills:

• Create a trauma-informed learning environment - demonstrate understanding and trauma-informed practices and design a classroom that supports the whole child.
• Apply current instructional methodologies - use evidence-based instructional strategies, including blended, self-paced, and mastery-based approaches aligned with district frameworks.
• Implement differentiation strategies - adapt instruction, materials, and assessments to monitor progress, and adjust supports within an MTSS framework.
• Communicate effectively - communicate clearly and professionally in both oral and written forms with students, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate professional collaboration - work effectively with PLC teams, specialists, counselors, and administrators to support student success.
• Model PBIS-aligned practices - reinforce school wide expectations and contribute to a positive, predictable, and inclusive school climate.
• Integrate technology effectively - use district-supported digital tools to enhance instruction, assessment and student engagement.
• Exhibit professional dispositions - demonstrate flexibility, reliability, confidentiality, cultural responsiveness, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning - participate in professional development, coaching, and continuous improvement aligned to school and district goals.
• Participate in school and community events - contribute to the broader school community through involvement in events, activities, and initiatives.
• Meet physical requirements - safely lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds or 33% of body weight, whichever is less, and perform duties consistent…