Closing Date:
05/31/2022

About the District
Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills, knowledge, and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future.
Our certificated staff are committed to engaging and supporting all students in learning. This is exemplified daily by their efforts to create learning environments that promote student autonomy, interaction, competence and choice. They are aware of the diverse needs of Edmonds students and use all possible resources to meet this diversity including making reasonable accommodations for individual cognitive, physical, emotional and social needs. Edmonds staff believe that every student has the capacity to learn. They support this belief by promoting high standards of learning for all and communicating these standards to all their students.
About the Position
This is a 1.0 FTE continuing contract position for a K-12 Multilingual/Dual Language TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment). This position begins at the start of the 2022-2023 school year.
NOTE: Per Governor Jay Inslee's proclamation on August 18, 2021, all school district employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption. All new hires will be required to provide verification of vaccination or be eligible for an exemption as a condition of employment.
The K-12 Multilingual/Dual Language TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment) will support District staff in the identification and implementation of high-leverage, research-based instructional strategies, in order to improve the language skills of Multilingual Learners. This position should also be able to support the implementation of the dual language program as grade levels and buildings are added. The position will require knowledge of District procedures and policies and the ability to support teachers in developing their skills in supporting English learners.
If the District decides not to fund this position in future years, in accordance with the District's certificated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), you will be placed in another position. Per the CBA this placement will be made based on available positions in your endorsed area and your seniority.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Include, but are not limited to;

Required Qualifications:
Washington State Teaching Certificate with an English Learner endorsement, or the ability to obtain one prior to the position start date.
Although not required, preference will be given to Spanish Bilingual applicants and those with prior experience as an EL teacher (K-12) and/or DL teacher.
A complete application includes:
Cover Letter, Resume, 2 Confidential Reference Surveys* (forms will be automatically emailed to your references), 2 Letters of Recommendation, and Transcripts.
*To move forward in the selection process your confidential reference forms must be completed by 11:00 p.m. on the closing date.
Salary:
2021-22 Salary Schedule range: $69,131.00 through $124,959.00 (2022-23 salary schedule yet to be finalized). Placement on this salary schedule is determined by FTE and official documentation verifying Educational Level and Certificated Work Experience and will be prorated for less than a full year and/or FTE.
Benefits:
Our benefits package includes Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package for eligible positions. Eligibility for health insurance at the time of hire is determined by holding at least a .5 FTE continuing contract position, or being hired into a non-continuing position that is anticipated to reach 630 hours during the school year. Eligibility for retirement at the time of hire is determined by holding at least a .6 FTE contract (continuing or non-continuing). Exceptions may be made for certain job share and/or leave replacement situations.
How to Apply:
Apply online. Complete all steps in the application process so that we may fully consider you. We will give time and care to review your materials. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted directly.
Edmonds School District does not discriminate in any program or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed religion, color, national origin, age veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: