Posting Information: We are currently hiring for a Non-Continuing Leave Replacement 5th Grade Teacher at Blaine Elementary School. This is a 1.0 FTE position, 1/19/27 - 4/2/27. First review of applications 11/23/26.
Overview
This position provides specialized instruction and support to students in developing academic, communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills. The teacher is responsible for developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), adapting curriculum and instructional strategies to meet individual student needs, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with families, general education staff, related service providers, and other school personnel to support each student's educational success.
Requirements
- Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with Elementary Education endorsement
- Strong foundation in literacy, math, and science instruction including assessment and intervention
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver differentiated instruction for diverse learners, including multilingual students and students receiving special services
- Knowledge of Washington State Learning Standards, educational research, and effective instructional practices
- Effective classroom management skills that foster student engagement and growth
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency with instructional technology and/or willingness to learn
- Commitment to professional growth, teamwork, and responsiveness to feedback
- Ability to pass WSP and FBI fingerprint background check
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the the administration may find appropriate and acceptable
Essential Functions
- Provide developmentally appropriate, research-based instruction that meets the needs of the whole child
- Plan, implement, and evaluate effective classroom instruction consistent with district curriculum and Washington State Learning Standards
- Teach curriculum as adopted by the District
- Participate in PLCs and professional development
- Differentiate instruction and use student data to guide teaching, provide interventions, accommodations, and modifications and monitor progress towards grade-level standards
- Direct and collaborate with instructional assistants, paraeducators, and volunteers
- Support student behavior and self-regulation using positive, proactive techniques
- Build strong relationships with families, students, and staff to support student progress
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports as required
- Adhere to district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality
- Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or superintendent
Nondiscrimination Notice: Blaine School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination may be directed to the District's Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator ewilliams@blainesd.org or Section 504/ADA Coordinator lnowakowski@blainesd.org