Dual Language Teacher 6th Grade

Job Description

For the 2026-27 school year.

Full time position.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Exempt

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for assignment
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, Master’s preferred
• Advanced level proficiency in Spanish language on ACTFL written and oral assessments
• English as a Second Language (ESL), English Language Learner (ELL), or Bilingual Education endorsement, preferred
• Successful teaching experience in middle level grades, preferred
• Successful experience teaching across diverse populations, preferred
• Willingness and desire to assist a teaching team in implementing an interdisciplinary instructional program
• Familiarity with a wide variety of teaching techniques which are used to maximize student learning
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Willingness to participate in staff development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment in a program focused on improving student learning
• Willingness and desire to collaborate with assigned PLC
• Cooperates as a professional team member, accepts faculty responsibilities, & represents the best interests of the school
• Sets an example for students in emotional stability, self-control, courtesy, and appearance
• Ability to work in a semi-open or self-contained classroom
• Knowledge of, or experience with, a variety of teaching strategies, i.e. cooperative learning, integrated curriculum, whole language, etc.
• Must be fully Bilingual (read, write and communicate) in Spanish
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
• Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning and instructional tool
• Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives

• Teaches middle level content with a high degree of skill which may include an assignment to a combination grade-level classroom
• Teaches in an instructional program that meets the students’ individual needs at their individual instructional level and makes modifications when necessary
• Works as an enthusiastic part of a learning-centered environment believing that each student can learn
• Uses the PLC process to improve instruction, learning, and assessment
• Maintains effective, positive classroom management
• Provides a safe environment and handles discipline in a positive manner
• Works and plans cooperatively and collaboratively
• Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Actively engages students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities
• Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Comprehensive Professional Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Supervision of students
• Other duties as assigned

• Salary range: $64,498 – $121,573 (includes Base & TRI enrichment; commensurate upon FTE, degree, credits and experience)
• Additional Compensation: Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary range such as, but not limited to TRI professional learning, extended year days, extra appendix E supplemental days and professional development reimbursement. Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found in the VEA CPA.
• Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits.
• Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE.
• Time Off: Includes paid time off, sick, personal, religious, military and bereavement leave.
  • Sick Leave: 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).
  • Personal Leave: 3 days per school year.
  • Detailed information, including accrual criteria can be found in the VEA CPA.

SOC Code: 252031

Job : 5787067

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 17, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026