7th .ELA

Position: 7th .4 ELA
Location: Nine Mile Falls

Posting # 19-26/27

Job Title:

7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher, 0.4 FTE Continuing

Work Location:

Lakeside Middle School

Open: 6/1/2026

Close:
Open Until Filled

Internal File Review: 6/8/2026

Help 7th Grade Students Find Confidence in Their Voice

Seventh grade is a year where students are growing into themselves a little more. They are gaining independence, testing out ideas, and still looking to trusted adults for structure and encouragement. In English Language Arts, students learn to read more closely, write with more purpose, and find confidence in their own voice. A good ELA classroom gives them room to think, revise, ask questions, and keep trying when the work gets harder.

At Lakeside Middle School, this 0.4 FTE ELA position is part of a school community that believes student success is built through strong instruction, positive relationships, and the daily work of adults learning from one another. The teacher in this role will teach 7th-grade English Language Arts and work alongside colleagues who share responsibility for helping students move forward. Even in a part-time role, this teacher becomes part of the rhythm of the school and part of the support students count on.

This position is a good fit for someone who enjoys middle school students and understands that trust matters in learning. The teacher will be trusted to plan meaningful lessons, respond to student progress, communicate with families, and contribute to a school culture where reflection is part of the work. Each day brings a chance to help students build skills they will need in high school and to remind them, through steady instruction and care, that they are capable of succeeding.

Terms of Employment and Salary:

As outlined by and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) of Nine Mile Falls Education Association (NMEA) and the Policies and Procedures of Nine Mile Falls School District. CBAs and Salary Schedules can be reviewed from the For Employee page of the Nine Mile Falls School District website . Nine Mile Falls policies and Procedures can be accessed online  under the Our District page.

The annual base salary range for the position is:
Min. $55,870.00 - Max. $. Salary placement will be at Step 0 of the Nine Mile Educators Association Collective Bargaining Agreement unless documentation of experience is received per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Salary will be prorated to reflect the number of hours and days worked (FTE).

Each employee shall accumulate twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. An employee employed for less than a full term shall be entitled to a prorated part of the sick leave allowance. Each employee shall earn three (3) annual leave days per year. Employees with less than 1.0 FTE will receive a prorated share of annual leave based on their FTE.

Employees anticipated to work more than 630 hours per year will be eligible for benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability. Positions anticipated to work 70 hours or more per month for at least 5 months over the school year are eligible for retirement through the State Department of Retirement Services.

Nature and Scope of Job: (1 or 2 sentence summary of position)

The 7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher provides instruction aligned to course expectations, district curriculum, and Washington State Learning Standards. This position supports students as they strengthen reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills in preparation for high school.

The teacher works as part of the Lakeside Middle School staff and participates in professional learning with colleagues. Instructional planning, assessment, classroom routines, student records, family communication, and collaboration with staff are central parts of the role.

Position

Reports To:

James Ashlock. Principal

Classification:
Certificated Teacher

Contract Term:
Continuing X Replacement ☐ Supplemental ☐

Work Day:
Monday - Friday

Begin: 2026/27 School Year

Primary Job Function:

* Teach 7th grade English Language Arts curriculum aligned to course expectations, district curriculum, and state standards.

* Create a classroom environment where students can participate, ask questions, take academic risks, and stay engaged in the work.

* Plan lessons that support reading comprehension, written expression, discussion, vocabulary development, and critical thinking.

* Use student work, assessment results, and classroom observations to adjust instruction when students need reteaching, extension, or additional support.

* Participate as an active member of the Lakeside Middle School Professional Learning Community.

* Work with colleagues to align curriculum, develop assessments, review student progress, and strengthen instructional practice.

* Prepare and maintain long-range plans, weekly lesson plans, and instructional materials appropriate to the course.

* Maintain accurate student records in…