.5 FTE Elementary Specialist beginning the 2026-2027 school year

DEFINITION OF POSITION: The Elementary Specialist will prepare lessons and instruct students in Art, STEM, Music and/or PE enrichment activities.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess or be eligible for a Washington State Teaching certificate with an endorsement in elementary education
• Experience and/or training using technology to enhance curriculum, instruction and assessment
• Successful experience working with the elementary-age child
• Knowledgeable of contemporary pedagogical practices such as developmentally appropriate practices, cooperative learning, learning styles, contextual teaching, integrated curriculum, inclusion practices, enrichment opportunities, classroom assessment, alternative assessment, individualized programs, differentiation of instruction, global/ multi-cultural education, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Endorsement in health/fitness, physical education, music, math, science and/or visual arts
• Experience teaching at the elementary level (grades K-5)
• Experience with classroom assessments and alternative classroom assessments
• Working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Experience and/or training in ESL/ELL (English as a Second Language)

ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED ACTIVITIES:

• Fulfill all teaching assignments effectively
• Identify the learning needs of individual students
• Establish learning objectives consistent with the learning needs of students as well as with the district’s learning objectives and goals
• Plan and develop a variety of instructional experiences appropriate to the specified learning objectives and outcomes
• Conduct an effective instructional plan for a classroom and assess student achievement
• Integrate technology into the curriculum
• Organize the physical setting and climate to optimize a productive learning environment
• Organize individual and group learning experiences appropriate to the students, subject matter and outcomes desired
• Select and/or create appropriate instructional materials and maintain materials in an organized manner
• Develop and maintain clear standards and engagement strategies for student conduct with appropriate disciplinary action as needed
• Work cooperatively, maintain effective communication and act professionally with staff, families and community members
• Assist with organizing art shows, music performances, and other school activities as directed
• Work positively with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization
• Work with colleagues in a collaborative manner and be a positive team builder
• Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work
• Maintain confidentiality
• Deal with the public, other agencies and district employees in a positive and productive manner
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Work with minimal supervision and be flexible

TERMS OF CONTRACT:

• Salary: $29,229 - $55,092 per year, placement based on experience and level of education
• Length of Contract: .5 FTE, 180 days plus professional development days
• Leaves/Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB
• (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Additional benefits may include sick/emergency leave and personal leave as per the collective bargaining agreement between the Pullman Education Association (PEA) and the Pullman School District (pullman_education_association_agreement_2025-2028.pdf).

The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Director of Special Services (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www.pullmanschools. org/hib-discrimination

PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $29,229 - $55,092