Special Education Teacher - Elementary; SPED

Special Education Teacher - Elementary (8797 SPED)

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

School Year: 2026 – 2027

FTE: 1.0

Position: Continuing

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long‑term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB); additional information available through EPS Benefits Information.
• Optional participation in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.
• Employer‑employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
• Paid holidays and paid time off, including sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave; additional negotiated leave options outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Possible additional pay provisions for certificated positions, including TRI pay, in‑service days, and extended contracts, consistent with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

• Participate as a member of the Building Assessment Team.
• Assess and evaluate students in all areas of potential need to determine eligibility, areas of service/need, and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding progress, expectations, and goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Plans, behavioral intervention plans, and age‑appropriate transition plans.
• Provide specially designed instruction, support, and related services, including accommodations, supplemental services, and modifications of the general education curriculum.
• Implement instructional methods and materials most appropriate for achieving stated objectives, including use of technology.
• Understand and utilize a variety of assistive technologies and programs.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum student outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff to plan, develop, and implement a course of instruction meeting the needs of students in all curriculum areas.
• Supervise, schedule, and train paraprofessionals.
• Create and maintain a classroom environment that is safe, conducive to learning, and provides positive supports for a diverse student population.
• Confer with colleagues, administrators, students, and/or parents to improve educational outcomes.
• Cooperatively develop effective, positive techniques for improving student behavior and academic progress.
• Participate in state, federal, and district testing requirements.
• Maintain accurate, complete, confidential, and timely records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations (attendance, IEP information, progress reports, cumulative records, classroom inventory).
• Become familiar with and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy.
• Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude while carrying out responsibilities as a faculty member.
• Perform assigned out‑of‑classroom supervision and other duties.
• Attend staff meetings, planning events, and grade‑level/department/PLC/job‑alike meetings.
• Participate in total building programs, including assemblies, contests, and other student activities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Oversee general management of students’ health and physical needs.
• Implement services and supports focused on students’ hygiene, health, and basic needs.

• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree and valid Washington State teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement.
• Successful completion of a Washington State Patrol background check (employee responsible for cost).
• Knowledge of current state and federal laws pertaining to education of students with disabilities.
• Flexibility, strong communication and conceptual skills, positive student relationships, professional orientation, and willingness to participate in a team environment.
• Regular, consistent attendance and physical capability to respond to student safety needs.
• Willingness to uphold district policies and follow administrative procedures.
• Knowledge of curriculum integration and a commitment to improving and refining instructional and management skills through professional development.
• Willingness and ability to use a variety of research‑based effective instructional strategies.
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