25-26 Temp 1 Yr. Certified Kindergarten Teacher 1.0 bei Ellensburg School District 401

POSITION:       2025-2026 Certificated Kindergarten Teacher 1.0 FTE (Temporary for 1 Yr.)

LOCATION:       Lincoln Elementary School

REPORTS TO:   Principal

Purpose

• Plan, prepare and deliver a quality instructional program based upon state standards, district curriculum, and effective instruction to students with diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Planning, preparing, implementing and evaluating instructional activities consistent with established program and/or curriculum objectives, Washington State Standards and Common Core Standards
• Demonstrating effective teaching practices, and utilizing appropriate instructional methods and materials suited to the students’ aptitudes and interests, and the nature of the learning activities
• providing clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum
• using multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning
• -Providing instruction that centers on high expectation for student achievement
• Exhibiting collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning
• recognizing individual student learning needs, and developing strategies to address those needs
• Establishing classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior to ensure a safe and positive learning environment
• Providing guidance, counseling and discipline to encourage students to meet the standard of achievement and conduct
• Communicating and collaborating with students, parents and/or guardians, administration, and other staff members to provide guidance and evaluation and encourage student achievement
• Evaluating and recording student progress, and providing reports for administrative purposes
• performing other duties as assigned by the Principal
• Ability and willingness to lead Professional Learning Communities

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability of best practices for instructing reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, health and the arts
• Ability to prioritize and teach social emotional skills and familiarity with Second Steps SEL curriculum

• Demonstrated ability to utilize a variety of instructional strategies and methods appropriate to student learning needs
• Demonstrated ability to align instruction and assessment with Washington State Standards and Common Core Standards
• Demonstrated ability to integrate subject matter
• Demonstrated knowledge of TPEP and Danielson Framework
• Demonstrated effective and positive student behavior management skills
• Demonstrated ability to promote high expectations maintain a caring attitude and establish a learning environment that enhances academic achievement for all students
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with all school district staff and students
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters in an ethical manner
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and accept the responsibility of providing effective leadership in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and provide logical solutions in complex situations
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to produce and maintain accurate records
• Demonstrated ability to remain flexible to change in assignment or situations
• Demonstrated high level of computer proficiency and application of technology

Educational/Vocational Preparation Occupational Certificates/Licenses

• Washington State teaching certificate appropriate to assignment.
• must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background check

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bilingual/Bi-literate in English/Spanish strongly preferred
• Second language or language acquisition background or abilities preferred
• Student cultural and economic diversity experience, preferred

Acknowledgment

• This Job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such, it is not necessarily all-inclusive, and the job may require other essential and/or nonessential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. The District reserves the right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or nonessential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

• Applicants interested must follow the application procedures carefully. Consideration will only be given to fully completed application files. Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS:              

• Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
• School employees | Washington State Health Care Authority
• Retirement benefits provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
• State of Washington: Department of Retirement Systems
• Full time positions are 7 hours per day for 180 days. 

• 180 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits to include 12 days of sick leave and  3 personal leave days 
• Salary based on the current EEA salary schedule

Ellensburg School District encourages workforce diversity and complies with all state and federal laws prohibiting unlawful discrimination