Teacher - Special Education - Resource Room

Teacher
- Special Education
- Resource Room

Mead WA Shiloh Hills Elementary – Spokane, Washington

Job

Final date to receive applications:
July 8, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted:
July 1, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
August 26, 2026

July 1, 2026 – CERTIFICATED VACANCY for the 2026/2027 School Year.

Special Services/Shiloh Hills, Special Education Teacher – Resource Room, 1.0 FTE/Continuing.

As with all Special Services postings, duties, hours and location are dependent upon program and student needs.

Educate students by planning, developing, and delivering a course of study according to student learning objectives, district/building curriculum guidelines, and student assessment data.

• Implement the educational program, comprehensive related services and accommodations and modifications as outlined in the students Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Participate in the development and review of IEPs, including writing goals and objectives for identified needs using standardized and classroom‑based assessment data.
• Monitor the implementation of IEPs, including school‑wide implementation of modification/accommodations and progress toward goals and objectives.
• Act as case manager for the IEP, partnering with parents and working closely with the building team.
• Utilize para educators as part of a team by providing training, management, direction, and support.
• Perform teaching responsibilities and accountability procedures as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Special Education Law.
• Develop and implement effective lesson plans and instructional materials that allow students to utilize and practice higher‑level thinking skills.
• Provide large, small group, and individualized instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in learning activities and instruct and monitor students in their use.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development and provide appropriate feedback on work utilizing methods such as assigning and grading class work, homework, tests, and assignments.
• Continually assess student progress and implement effective lessons to meet individual student learning needs as determined by assessment data.
• Provide opportunities for students to self‑reflect and track progress toward learning goals.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
• Provide a safe, positive, and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the policies and procedures of the school building and the district.
• Work as an effective member of the grade‑level/course team to evaluate and improve student learning.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, including communicating student progress in a timely and professional manner.
• Self‑reflect and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional performance to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses and adjust accordingly to reach maximum effectiveness.

• Washington State teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) as required by law and regulation, or ability to obtain said certificate prior to first contracted day.

• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills with parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Demonstrates ability to challenge students academically to promote the highest level of learning.
• Demonstrates comprehensive content knowledge as it relates to state standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge and experience in various forms of assessment including student self‑assessment, formative assessment, portfolios, and anecdotal records.
• Demonstrates ability to make data‑driven instructional decisions.
• Exhibits the ability to build a positive learning environment, modeling respect and honoring the dignity of all students,…