Teacher; Middle School Language Arts and Social Studies
Contract type: Continuing • FTE: 1.0 • Grade: 7 • Anticipated start date: 8/19/2026
About the role
The certificated teacher, supported by building and district leadership, fosters a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that promotes students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. Using Washington State standards and district-adopted curriculum, the teacher delivers high-quality, differentiated Tier I instruction tailored to diverse learner needs. Collaborating with colleagues, they analyze student data to identify students needing Tier II supports and provide targeted interventions. The teacher also communicates progress with families, builds positive relationships, and actively contributes to the school's Multi-Tiered System of Supports to ensure equitable outcomes for all students.
Requirements
- Valid Washington State certificate with appropriate endorsement required (students may submit a note stating when certificate is expected).
Pay
Salary: $68,707 - $135,620 per year (2025-26 SVEA Salary Schedule; 2026-27 TBD). Salary range based on 1.0 FTE.
Benefits
- Insurance: Eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, basic life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance (assignment must be anticipated to work at least 630 hours per year).
- Retirement Plans: Eligible for a 403(b) TSA Retirement Savings Plan.
- Paid Time Off: Certificated employees receive 12 sick days and 2 discretionary personal leave days each school year. Sick leave and discretionary personal leave days are based on scheduled hours and position start date.
Benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Eligibility is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Employees scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year are eligible for benefits.