Certificated Teacher - High School English Language Arts (ELA)

Certificated Teacher - High School English Language Arts (ELA) Job ID: 12880 Location: To be determined Date Posted: 5/29/2026 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 classroom teaching and other duties related to the school program as assigned 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 in accord with District and building curricula. Prepare effective plans to meet objectives; motivate students by making lessons interesting and challenging. Give clear explanations, reasonable and appropriate assignments, and directions. 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 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. Develop rapport with students as individuals in a professional manner. Participate 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. 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 Abilities 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 which exist 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 follow administrative procedures. Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and able to 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 the requirements of confidentiality. Relate effectively with parents, staff, students and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community. Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Demands Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. Frequent use of hands and arms, occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Requires close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Indoor conditions, moderate noise level, near video displays. Employment Information Work schedule: school year position. 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