4th Grade Teacher

Nine Mile Falls School District•Nine Mile Falls, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Fourth grade is a year of steady growth for students. They are gaining independence while still needing encouragement, structure, and a teacher who helps them stay connected to the work. Each day brings chances to build confidence, strengthen skills, and create a classroom where students feel ready to participate. At Nine Mile Falls Elementary, this work matters because students are continuing to grow as learners. A teacher in this role helps them read with more confidence, solve problems with patience, and understand that mistakes are part of learning. Some days will be busy. Others will call for flexibility. Through it all, students benefit from a teacher who is consistent, thoughtful, and present. You will be part of a school where people pay attention to one another. Colleagues share the work, families trust the school to support their children with care, and students benefit from the relationships built throughout the year. This role is a place to teach with purpose, support a classroom community, and help fourth graders move into the year ahead with growing confidence.

Requirements

Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate elementary endorsement.
WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.
Ability to meet regular and reliable attendance expectations.
Ability to maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site and work the assigned certificated schedule.
Ability to comply with district policies, procedures, and professional expectations.
Ability to comply with the Washington State Code of Professional Conduct.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching or supporting elementary-aged students.
Strong understanding of child development, elementary instruction, and classroom routines.
Ability to build positive relationships with students while maintaining clear expectations.
Skill in planning lessons that are engaging, purposeful, and responsive to student needs.
Ability to use assessment data to identify student strengths, gaps, and next instructional steps.
Strong classroom management skills grounded in consistency, respect, and student dignity.
Ability to collaborate with grade-level teams, specialists, families, and support staff.
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to reflect on practice and continue growing as an educator.
Experience with or willingness to support PBIS or other positive behavior support systems.
Commitment to creating a classroom where students feel safe, included, and capable of success.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver effective instruction aligned with district curriculum, state learning standards, and student learning needs.
Create a classroom environment that is safe, structured, welcoming, and supportive of student learning.
Use a variety of instructional strategies to support whole-group, small-group, and individualized learning.
Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate support for students with varied academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.
Assess student progress on an ongoing basis and use assessment data to adjust instruction.
Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students regarding their learning and progress.
Maintain accurate records related to attendance, grades, student progress, and other required documentation.
Communicate with families in a timely, professional, and student-centered manner.
Collaborate with grade-level team members, specialists, paraprofessionals, and support staff to improve student outcomes.
Support positive student behavior through clear expectations, consistent routines, and district/building behavior systems.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development, collaboration time, conferences, and other required certificated responsibilities.
Maintain professional conduct consistent with district policies, building expectations, and the Washington State Code of Professional Conduct.
Reflect on instructional practice and adjust teaching strategies to improve student learning.
Perform other related duties as assigned.