PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources – Job Posting

Position Opening Announcement:                        1.0 FTE Math Teacher                                                                                                                                                        Port Townsend High School

                                                                         2026-27 School Year                        

Posting Date:  March 13, 2026                            Posting No. 2026-13

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Hold a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement in mathematics.
2. Candidates with additional experience/endorsements in STEM and/or technology are preferred.   
3. Demonstrated successful teaching skills in math, which may include student teaching.
4. Demonstrated ability to establish strong relationships with students that support learning.
5. Experience and/or training in developing authentic assessment and performance experiences in high school.
6. Demonstrated commitment to professional achievement and growth.
7. Understanding of the Common Core mathematics standards and implementation in the classroom.
8. Demonstrated ability to design and modify curriculum and instruction by utilizing research-based practices to meet a wide range of student abilities and learning styles, including students with IEPs.
9. Demonstrated experience with technology as an instructional tool to enhance math learning.
10. Demonstrated willingness and desire to participate in district and state workshops, in-services, and classes relevant to providing quality teaching.
11. Demonstrated compatibility with fellow staff members, including strong collaboration skills.
12. Demonstrated understanding and support of place-based learning.
13. Demonstrated understanding of culturally responsive teaching practices.
14. Demonstrated understanding of inclusion and inclusionary practices in the high school setting.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:      

1. Work collaboratively with math, science, and STEM teachers to provide K-12 continuity and vertical alignment.
2. Continuous improvement in math teaching skills that align with STEM and technology innovations for student learning.
3. Utilize positive techniques for improving student behavior and maintaining order appropriate to a productive learning environment.
4. Communicate regularly with parents about student progress and respond to questions/concerns in a timely manner.
5. Demonstrate competence with technology for professional purposes, e.g. e-mail, Microsoft Office, voice mail, Skyward, etc.
6. Maintain accurate student records including grades, attendance reports, and others as required.
7. Possess good communication skills, flexibility, and willing to do whatever it takes to support school students – while keeping a sense of humor!
8. Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with administrators, staff, and parents to determine and achieve school goals and develop a positive school climate.
9. Enforce school rules and monitor student behavior in non-classroom settings.
10. Participate in staff meetings and work constructively with colleagues to evaluate current school practices and to make needed improvements.
11. Be a positive contributing member of our school team!
12. Participate in learning and supporting all school initiatives including MTSS and PBIS.
13. Willing to serve as coach/advisor/supervisor to student activities and athletic teams.
14. Willing to pursue additional certifications and/or endorsements to fulfill teaching requirements for math courses
15. Support students and families in engaging with learning throughout the week and outside of classroom instruction time to ensure all students are making academic progress.
16. Work in team situations and will work cooperatively with program and building certificated and classified staff.
17. Participate in scheduled staff meetings and identified training(s).
18. Collaborate with staff, especially regarding the needs of students with IEP’s, 504 plans, and Highly Capable learners.
19. Other duties as assigned by the supervising principal.

Applications for this position will be accepted until filled.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Application materials are available online at https://www.ptschools.org/o/pts/page/employment

Bargaining Unit: Port Townsend Education Association

Salary Range: DOE, 2025-26 $61,500 - $119,584

Salary schedule will be updated for the 2026-27 year once available.

BENEFITS:

Benefits include Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, and Basic Life insurance coverages.  Retirement is through the WA State Department of Retirement, plans available: TERS Plan 2 or TERS Plan 3.

A COMPLETED APPLICATION FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS INCLUDES:

1. Completed application form
2. Current Resume
3. Letter of Interest stating your qualifications
4. Three letters of recommendation from current/previous supervisors
5. Unofficial transcripts
6. Photocopy of your Washington State Certificate(s) or equivalent from another state. (Obtaining and providing a Washington State Certificate would be a provision of employment.)

For application questions contact:

Kate Santerre, Administrative Assistant or

Carrie Ehrhardt, Executive Director of Human Resources

Port Townsend School District #50

Gael Stuart Building, 1610 Blaine St

Port Townsend WA  98368

360 680-5755

Port Townsend School District No. 50 complies with all federal and state rules and regulations, and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, immigration status, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  Further, the district will provide equal access and opportunity to meet 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.  The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Compliance Coordinator for State Law (RCW 28A.640/28A.642) and Title IX Coordinator:  Carrie Ehrhardt, 1610 Blaine St. (360)680-5756.  Section 504/ADA Coordinator:  Shelby MacMeekin, 1610 Blaine St. (360)680-5762

NOTE:   New employees who will have unsupervised access to children must complete a satisfactory fingerprint check with the Washington State Patrol and the FBI.  Employment will be considered temporary and conditional pending a satisfactory background check.  There will be a $50.00 processing fee.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Disclaimer: This position may be subject to successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement medical history and physical capacities evaluation.