Tumwater - ELA/ML Teacher

Tumwater School District•Tumwater, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tumwater School District No. 33 is hiring an ELA/ML Teacher at Tumwater High School for the 2026–27 school year. The position is 0.8 FTE, consisting of 0.6 ELA and 0.2 ML, and is continuing. The teacher plans and delivers developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive instruction aligned with Washington State Learning Standards and district-adopted curriculum. Instruction should meet diverse student needs, including those of English language learners, students receiving special education services, and highly capable students. The role includes assessing student progress, maintaining required records, communicating with students, families, and staff, and collaborating with colleagues on team teaching, instructional planning, and individualized student plans. The teacher also supports inclusive classroom practices, student safety and behavior, state-mandated testing, school and district activities, and professional learning. The position reports to the Principal or designee and follows the Tumwater School District calendar, excluding the voluntary staff orientation program before the starting date.

Requirements

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) for the assigned area(s), or eligibility to hold one.
Criminal justice fingerprint clearance.
Strong skills, background, and extensive training in the area of endorsement.
Willingness to benefit from building supervision, TPEP evaluation programs, and professional development.
Follow School Board policies and procedures.
Punctuality, dependability, and ability to work well with others.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Awareness of community resources that support families.
Previous experience in a regular classroom setting or teaming environment.
Experience with Title I, LAP programs, or instructing multi-age student groups.
Knowledge of effective instructional and behavioral strategies for K–12 students.
Bilingual or multilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain communication with students, staff, and parents about academic and behavioral progress.
Assess student performance regularly with colleagues and maintain records required by law and the ML/ELL program.
Work in a team environment, including team teaching, small-group instruction, and cross-age facilitation.
Collaborate with staff to develop individualized instructional plans, including IEP, 504, and ML plans.
Support multicultural awareness and sensitivity to students’ heritage in classroom approaches.
Use district-adopted curriculum and supplemental resources to support diverse learning needs.
Prepare students for state-mandated testing and assessments.
Design developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive lessons aligned with Washington State Learning Standards and plan differentiated instruction using student data.
Create a respectful, inclusive, and emotionally safe classroom; maintain expectations for conduct and participation and support student collaboration.
Use varied instructional techniques, technology, and formative and summative assessments; provide timely feedback and adapt instruction to student progress.
Maintain accurate attendance, grading, communication, and other instructional records; follow district policies, timelines, safety protocols, and confidentiality requirements.
Set and monitor student learning goals using multiple data sources, reflect on instructional impact, and adjust teaching to improve outcomes.
Communicate with families and colleagues; participate in team meetings, IEP/504 planning, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Participate in coaching, mentorship, peer observation, professional learning, and self-reflection.
Support school goals related to inclusion and equity, and contribute to school and district initiatives, meetings, and committees as assigned.
Prepare teaching materials, reports, grades, and documentation; supervise students in classrooms, performance spaces, and common areas.
Provide accommodations and modifications in accordance with IEP, 504, and MTSS guidance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.