Certificated - Elementary Classroom Teacher - 5th Grade

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Position Title:  Certificated - Anticipated Elementary Classroom Teacher - 5th Grade

Location:  Kalama Elementary School

Days/Hrs: 180 days/7 hours per day (1.0 FTE), plus applicable in-service days 

Start Date:  August 2026

Pay Schedule: LINK to 25-26 schedule

Benefits:  Eligible for medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance and LTD through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).  

Retirement: Position is WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) eligible.

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
 

Essential Functions

• Model appropriate professional behaviors and practices in all settings; demonstrate

high standards of honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior at all times

• Participate as an active member of the building leadership team, PLTs, and/or district

work groups appropriate to the position

• Possess and exhibit strong communication and interpersonal relations skills to

support student learning

• Participate in ongoing professional learning aligned with district strategic plan
• Demonstrate consistent, effective working relationships with students, families, and

staff

• Complete other duties as assigned

Teaching & Learning

• Ensure students receive regular, high quality lessons, aligned to the district Strategic Plan
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Demonstrate the ability in classroom management
• Demonstrate successful recent experience working with students
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively
• Successful experience working with diverse populations
• Familiarity with a wide variety of teaching techniques which are used to maximize student learning
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment in a program focused on improving student learning
• Ability to work in a semi-open or self-contained classroom
• Ability to work with an educational team including directing the work of paraeducators
• Ensure student safety and well being

Curriculum & Assessment

• Maintain familiarity with education research; integrate research-based practices to

maximize student learning

• Partner with building administrators and Building Leadership Teams (BLTs) to identify and address student learning needs
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and other school staff to identify students

needing additional support and develop intervention plans; support the

implementation of tiered system of MTSS. 

• Promote the use of data to inform instructional decisions and improve student

outcomes; support and utilize centralized academic data collection, analysis, and

progress monitoring systems

• Monitor student learning trends to help reduce opportunity and achievement gaps
• Provide regular feedback to students and families on student goals, expectations,

and progress

Commitment to Equity & Inclusion

• Advocate for and implement practices that promote equity and culturally responsive

teaching

• Provide leadership in fostering inclusive learning environments that meet the diverse

needs of students

Professionalism

• Serve as a positive role model for students, colleagues, and community members,

both inside and outside the classroom

• Uphold standards of professional behavior and communication, including use of

common technology platforms

• Address internal concerns through established professional channels, ensuring that

all public-facing communications reflect the pride, dedication, and common

purpose of our districtwide team

• Follow all district policies and procedures, including behaviors consistent with Policy

5161: Civility in the Workplace

• Complete all required records accurately and on time (e.g. attendance, grading, state

reporting, etc.)

• Maintain your educational certificate or other required certification(s)
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The position requires working in a dynamic school environment, with limited travel. The role

involves frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and deadlines. Candidates must be able

to safely lift up to 50 lbs., engage in prolonged computer use, and attend evening meetings

if required. The work environment may include interactions with distraught individuals and

exposure to infectious diseases.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate Elementary Education endorsement
• Experience working within and leading Professional Learning Teams (PLTs),

CharacterStrong, and MTSS.

• Knowledge of standards-based instruction, assessment practices, and intervention

programs

• Strong communication, facilitation, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated evidence of creating and maintaining effective, student-centered

classroom environments

• Demonstrated evidence of effectively working with students, families, and staff
• Demonstrated ability to modify instruction to improve student learning through the

use of formative, summative, and performance assessment strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior successful teaching experience
• Experience with Professional Learning Communities, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), MTSS, CharacterStrong
• Willingness to provide professional development to adults

Key Competencies and Skills

• Maintains a relentless focus on providing high-quality teaching and learning
• Able to work through and with others
• Able to solve and simplify complex problems
• Able to stay focused, committed, self-assured, and resilient

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
 

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

FLSA Status:    Exempt