George Elementary -3rd Grade Teacher

Starting Date:
Aug 26, 2026

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT – ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM TEACHER

Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule

Conditions of work: 180 days/1

FTE

An elementary classroom teacher fosters and enhances an effective learning environment; facilitates the development or revision of curriculum and instructional materials; establishes effective rapport with students to motivate and develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education.

• Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance with state statutes, district policy and adopted curriculum, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
• Develops and translates lesson plans along with instructional material to provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Is available to students and parents for education‑related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays and exhibits of student’s work.
• Directs student teachers, teacher aides, tutors, and volunteers when such personnel are utilized.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings, committees, team building, field trips and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
• Participates in a variety of activities to enhance personal and professional skills.
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to keep confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an Elementary related endorsement required. Other degrees and certifications may be considered.
• Extensive knowledge of subject areas and ability to have effective behavior classroom techniques; effective instructional techniques.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications.
• Establish and maintain effective, positive communication and working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
• Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
• Strong technical and word processing skills required.

This position is represented by the Quincy Education Association.

• Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
• Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
• Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.
• Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE.

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• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software.
• Direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR.
• Sets and maintains high expectations of students.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of appropriate behavior, methods and attire.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and…