Special Education Teacher - Winlock High school

WINLOCK SCHOOL DISTRICT #232
Winlock High School Special Education Teacher– 2026-27

POSITION: High School Special Education Teacher

LOCATION: Winlock High School

DATES/HOURS: 26-27 School Year

RATE OF PAY: $58,914-$112,492 Plus Tri Days and Special Education Days

Winlock High School Special Education Teacher

Job Summary:

Winlock School District is seeking a passionate and dedicated High School Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing individualized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs. This role requires a commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students.

Job Expectations and Responsibilities:

• Classroom Instruction: Meet and instruct assigned classes at designated times and locations.
• Collaboration: Work cooperatively with administrators, staff, students, and parents, and participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Program Development: Develop programs for students with developmental disabilities and manage Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and transition plans, including setting and writing IEP goals and objectives.
• Evaluations: Conduct evaluations and achievement testing.
• Assistive Technology: Utilize assistive technology in individual student education programs.
• Paraeducator Management: Manage paraeducators.
• Coordination of Services: Coordinate with specialists such as speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and school psychologists.
• Compliance: Meet state and federal requirements and deadlines in processing special education documentation.
• Classroom Management: Maintain an organized classroom conducive to learning, focus students' attention on lessons, and use effective classroom management techniques.
• Record Keeping: Maintain on-time, accurate, and complete records, including grades, progress reports, and IEP documentation.
• Attendance and Participation: Maintain regular attendance, attend staff and PLC meetings, and participate in school-wide PBIS activities.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and work effectively under pressure.
• Assessment: Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress, and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
• Behavior Management: Implement positive behavior support strategies to manage classroom behavior and support students' social-emotional development.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including IEP documentation, progress reports, and communication logs.
• Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in special education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• Certification: Valid Washington State Teacher Certification with a Special Education Endorsement.
• Experience: Preferred experience in teaching special education at the secondary level and working with students needing services in social adaptive skills and positive behavior management.
• Knowledge and Skills:
• • Ability to plan instructional programs for students with a range of disabilities, including sensory impairments, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties, autism, social-emotional and mental health needs, or a combination of these difficulties.
  • Knowledge of current trends in curriculum, instruction, and technology.
  • Understanding of federal and state special education regulations.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in using district technology and willingness to attend district training.

RESPONSIBLE TO AND EVALUATION BY: Building Principal

Winlock 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 identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides 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: Ryan Greene, 360-785-3582, rgreene@winlock.wednet.edu, Title IX Coordinator: Ashlie Auckalnd, 360-785-3516, aauckland@winlock.wednet.edu, and Section 504 Coordinator: Michelle Jeffries, 360-785-3582, mjeffries@winlock.wednet.edu. Address: 401 NE 1st St., P.O. Box 128, Winlock, WA 98596.