Teacher - GROW Behavior Therapist

Job Summary: To work with and support elementary students in a behavior program to develop social skills, problem-solving and self-management skills regarding behavioral/social-emotional needs. In addition, classroom therapists will serve as a resource to teaching staff in identification and use of therapeutic strategies to support students with behavioral/social-emotional needs.

Required attachments:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• 3 Reference Letters
• Valid Washington State Certification

This position is to begin employment in the 2026-27 school year. This is a 0.8 FTE continuing position, Monday to Friday.

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive vacation leave, paid holidays and additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Specific Job Duties

• Review therapeutic progress/issues at weekly team meetings.
• Communicate effectively with families.
• Observe and document student behavior in school and classroom environments
• Work with the Special Education Teacher in developing Functional Behavioral Assessments, Write/consult with creating social/emotional goals on IEP, Positive Behavior Supports and crisis plans as well as the implementation of the plans.
• Assist staff with individual social skills curriculum and lessons.
• Work with Program teams and other school staff to develop, understand and implement strategiesto support the behavioral/social-emotional needs of students.
• Plan or lead in the development and provision of social skills lessons and therapeutic groups.
• Maintain a therapeutic log to assist with progress monitoring.
• Support families in accessing community resources and understanding of strategies implemented at school.

Job Requirements - Qualifications

• A degree in social work or another social service field is preferred.
• 3 years' experience providing counseling / therapeutic support to youth.
• Knowledge of various disorders and implementation of therapeutic strategies to support students with behavioral/social-emotional needs.
• Knowledge and understanding of school environment and processes.
• Knowledge of and implementation of strategies for teaching and supporting executive functioning skill deficits, anxiety disorders, perspective taking and social cognition.
• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required : Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Olympia School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer - James Whitehead, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io; Executive Director of Elementary Education - Autumn Lara, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) - Ken Turcotte, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io; ADA Coordinator (Staff) - Starla Hoff, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io; Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator - Scott Niemann, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. Address: Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506.


The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer: Voice: View phone number on click.appcast.io or TDD: View phone number on click.appcast.io or FAX: View phone number on click.appcast.io.