Tumwater - 4th Grade Teacher

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue
• Tumwater, Washington 98512

4th GRADE TEACHER
BLACK LAKE ELEMENTARY

1.0 FTE
Continuing
2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR
RATE OF PAY: $63,438 - $112,732 (26-27 Salary TBD)
Benefit Information

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate, with proper endorsement(s) in assigned area(s), Criminal justice fingerprint clearance.

• Strong skills, background and extensive training in your area of endorsement
• Knowledge of and/or experience related to the state mandated testing and assessment
• Develop, modify, adjust curriculum to meet the individual needs of students
• Willingness to benefit from building supervision, evaluation programs and professional development
• Use district adopted curriculum and assessments
• Follow School Board policies and procedures
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

• Designs developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive lessons aligned to WA State Learning Standards.
• Uses district-adopted curriculum and supplemental resources to support diverse learning needs.
• Develops clear instructional objectives based on student data and performance.
• Plans differentiated instruction that supports all learners, including ELL, Special Education, and highly capable students.

• Creates a respectful, inclusive classroom that reflects student identities and promotes belonging.
• Maintains high expectations for student conduct and participation, incorporating positive behavior supports.
• Organizes instructional and performance spaces to support safety, creativity, and student collaboration.
• Supports emotional safety and fosters a culture of artistic risk-taking and peer encouragement.

• Engages students in meaningful learning using varied techniques and active participation.
• Integrates technology to enhance instruction and student reflection.
• Provides timely, actionable feedback to support individual and group performance growth.
• Utilizes formative and summative assessments to monitor progress and adapt instruction.

• Maintains accurate records including attendance, grading, and communication logs.
• Upholds district policies and timelines for student data and instructional reporting.
• Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
• Supports school wide duties and contributes positively to staff culture and expectations.

• Sets measurable goals for student learning and performance development.
• Monitors growth using multiple data sources (e.g., performances, rubrics, self-assessments).
• Reflects on instructional impact and adjusts teaching to improve student outcomes.
• Collaborates with peers and specialists to support targeted student learning plans.

• Communicates consistently and respectfully with students, families, and colleagues.
• Engages families in student learning and performance opportunities.
• Participates actively in team meetings, IEP/504 planning, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Builds partnerships with community organizations and event collaborators when appropriate.

• Seeks feedback and participates in coaching, mentorship, or peer observation.
• Attends district and building professional learning aligned to instructional improvement goals.
• Engages in self-reflection and uses student data to identify professional growth areas.
• Pursues opportunities to expand content expertise and performance-based instructional practice.

• Supports school goals related to inclusion and equity.
• Mentors colleagues or student leaders in school settings.
• Demonstrates initiative in strengthening arts integration across the district.

In addition to responsibilities tied to the TPEP framework, this position includes the following essential duties:

• Prepare teaching materials, reports, grades, and documentation per district requirements.
• Supervise students in classroom, performance, and common area settings.
• Provide accommodations and…