Rochester-Teacher-Alternative Learning (2026-27)

This is a part-time (0.40 FTE) position.

Certificated Required Attachments:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three (3) Reference Letters

The position description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Make short and long-range plans for each subject area of instruction in an alternative school environment
• Provide for individual differences in the learning needs of students
• Provide a classroom climate that is based on mutual respect, rapport, fairness and consistency
• Monitor student performance and be adaptable to current curriculum needs
• Give students prompt and meaningful feedback on their performance
• Interact positively with students, colleagues, parents and community members
• Direct student teachers, educational assistants, student tutors and parent volunteers when such personnel are utilized
• Handle student discipline and attendance problems and assist with the enforcement of all school rules
• Advisor to students relating to scholastic pursuits, progress and interests.
• Assist students in dealing with barriers to learning.
• Work collaboratively with co-workers , as part of a professional learning community
• Maintain appropriate records for student assignments and progress. Relay information to parents and school administration to comply with state statutes.
• Perform job-related, non-teaching duties
• Liaison to community agencies
• Participate in staff development activities
• Participate in school improvement and parent involvement activities
• Perform other such duties as assigned by the building administrator

Qualifications:

• Washington State Teacher Certification with appropriate endorsement.
• Preference may be given to those with multiple endorsement areas.
• Knowledge of subject matter in classroom instruction.
• Ability to handle complex behavioral, social and academic needs.
• Candidates should be able to teach a variety of courses in an alternative learning setting.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.

Benefits:

This position is not eligible for medical, dental, vision as administered by the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirements Systems TERS plan, as well as the Deferred Compensation Program. Employees receive paid leave annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Rochester School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identify, disability, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also provide 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: Civil Rights Coordinator: Justin Black (360) 273-9242, jblack@rochester.wednet.edu; Title IX Coordinator: Kelsey Lincoln (360) 273-5534, klincoln@rochester.wednet.edu; 504/ADA Coordinator: Laura Staley (360) 273-5536, lstaley@rochester.wednet.edu. Address: 10140 Highway 12 SW, Rochester, WA 98579.