Certificated Teacher - Multilingual Specialist (ML) - Elementary

Certificated Teacher – Multilingual Specialist (ML) – Elementary, JobID: 12867 Position Type: Certificated/ Specialist: K3 Literacy, Multilingual Teacher Date Posted: 5/29/2026 Location: To be determined Date Available: 09/02/2026 Days of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

POSITION SUMMARY

Teachers help students learn skills and develop attitudes and appreciations which will lead them toward the fulfillment of the District's goals of education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform such classroom teaching and other duties related to the school program as may be assigned from time to time by the Principal or designee. Teach and follow the recommended District Student Exit Outcomes at each level and subject area. Keep current on educational research, trends, and practices. Integrate a variety of instructional strategies and curriculum content. Establish immediate and long‑range objectives which are in accord with District and building curricula. Prepare effective plans to meet objectives; motivate students by making lessons interesting and challenging. Give explanations, reasonable and appropriate assignments, and directions clearly. Organize the classroom setting to contribute to the learning process. Evaluate individual student progress regularly and maintain records for report card and/or parent conference. Work collaboratively and cooperatively with building subject‑area teachers to develop and align curriculum, instruction, and interdisciplinary projects. Enlist the assistance of counselors, administration, and other support personnel where appropriate. Establish clear parameters for student behavior in the classroom. Discipline student in a firm and controlled manner. Encourage students to develop courtesy, self‑control, respect, and responsibility. Enforce rules throughout the school. Develops rapport with students as individuals in a professional manner. Participates in extra‑curricular responsibilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current Washington State Teacher's Certificate with appropriate subject area endorsement(s).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Criminal background clearance.

KNOWLEDGE OF

Current trends and practices in education. Instructional theory and its application. Techniques to motivate student learning via inquiry, discussion, and application of knowledge. Organizing the physical and human elements in the educational setting. Instructional and non‑instructional human dynamics. Standards‑based instruction and familiarity with Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements. School board policies and procedures.

ABILITY TO

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Maintain effective working relationships with other people. Operate a variety of modern office equipment including microcomputers and related software. Provide instructional leadership. Organize and set priorities. Work independently with minimal supervision. Adapt instructional materials and strategies to accommodate the wide range of skills in a classroom. Apply current trends and practices in education. Teach in a multi‑cultural and mainstream setting. Use technology to enhance instruction. Be fair and consistent with all students. Provide guidance and assistance to students. Meet responsibilities in a punctual and reliable manner. Comply with school board policies and administrative procedures. Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and pay strict attention to detail. Communicate effectively through spoken and written word; read and follow written or verbal communications. Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines. Develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff and service providers. Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co‑workers. Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including confidentiality requirements. Relate effectively with parents, staff, students and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community. Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others. Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons. Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools' commitment to "Each Scholar: A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future." Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee is required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach, and lift up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employee regularly works in indoor conditions and near video displays; noise level is usually moderate.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is a school‑year position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Position reports to the building administrator or designee.

REPRESENTATION

Federal Way Education Association (FWEA)

LEVEL OF COMPENSATION

Federal Way Education Association (FWEA) Salary Schedule. This position includes the following benefits prorated based on FTE – Medical, dental, vision, wellness leave, life insurance, retirement, professional development dollars.

EEO STATEMENT

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Federal Way Public Schools