PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources

Position Opening Announcement:                                  .6 FTE Math Interventionist Teacher

                                                                                    Salish Coast Elementary

                                                                                    2026-27 School Year

Posting Date:    May 21, 2026                                        Posting No. 2026-29

The  interventionist teacher is a professional with advanced preparation and experience in mathematics who has the responsibility (e.g., providing instruction, serving as a resource to teachers) for mathematics performance of students in general and of struggling students in particular.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Hold a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate for grades K-5. A valid Washington State special education endorsement is also preferred.
2. Significant professional development in math or intervention instruction in the elementary grades.
3. Endorsement in mathematics and/or experience teaching intervention groups in this subject is desired.
4. Support MTSS systems as a collaborator, consultant and interventionist.
5. Demonstrated successful teaching skills in mathematics. Ability and willingness to utilize research-based practices to support and enrich classroom math instruction for each student. 
6. Knowledge of Common Core State Standards in mathematics.
7. Demonstrated knowledge of elementary curriculum and tiered interventions, including a preference for experience with Bridges in Mathematics.
8. Demonstrated ability to use a variety of instructional and assessment strategies to measure instructional and program effectiveness and the ability to adapt instruction, curriculum, and program to meet a wide range of student abilities.
9. Demonstrated ability to manage information, and to keep precise and accurate records and other forms of documentation, including a School-Wide Title 1 plan, and maintain student and school-wide assessments.
10. Demonstrated commitment to professional development; as evidenced by participation in building, district and state workshops, staff development, and recent coursework relevant to effective teaching.
11. Demonstrated skill in collecting student data and using data to make instructional decisions for each student.
12. Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate regularly with teacher colleagues, for mutual interest and benefit to student growth and success in mathematics.
13. Demonstrated commitment to professional achievement and growth.
14. Demonstrated ability to establish rapport with students while inspiring and motivating excellence in student performance.
15. Demonstrated background of success in working with learning differences and implementing trauma informed practices.
16. Possess natural abilities, strong communication skills, flexibility, and love of teaching.
17. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with administrators, staff and families to determine and achieve school goals and develop a positive school climate.
18. Demonstrated understanding and support of place-based learning.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:        

1. Work collaboratively with grade level teams to maximize student learning in mathematics, including intervention for students who struggle to learn. Design opportunities for flexible groupings for math instruction.
2. Work collaboratively with a variety of staff members to support instructional improvement in mathematics, including special education staff, paraeducators, and other specialists.
3. Coordinate and analyze school-wide math data. Facilitate math data discussions at grade level meetings.
4. Support and inform a process of continuous formative assessment in math at each grade level and the cycle of inquiry that supports quality math instruction.
5. Provide assistance and guidance to individual students and teachers – “whatever it takes” sense of teacher efficacy.
6. Coordinate effective tutoring opportunities for our struggling math
7. 7. Collaborate with Instructional Leaders to improve and revise math intervention services as needed. Collect data to assist with the school improvement process.
8. Work cooperatively and collaboratively with special education and counseling to monitor student progress, assist in identifying students with suspected disabilities, and collaborate in the development of seamless programs for students with learning differences.
9. 9 . Provide small group and individual instruction in the intervention classroom or in the regular education classroom.
10.         These skills include modeling, guided practice, pacing, error analysis, error correction, and data use.
11. Facilitate data-driven collaboration meetings with classroom teachers, Para educators, and other instructional staff
12.         regularly.
13. Assist staff in meeting the educational needs of students through participation in team meetings and during
14.         parent/teacher conferences.
15. Use a variety of assessment data to measure program effectiveness and to guide program revisions, including the
16.         coordination of school-wide reading and math data.
17. Provide professional development to the teaching staff in the area of improving mathematics instruction.
18. Collaborate with school staff to plan and deliver place-based learning in alignment with the district’s mission and
19. vision.

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

Note: Salary range for the 2026-27 school year will be updated when 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.)

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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)680-5763.

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