Elementary Teacher (2 Openings)

About the position

Soap Lake Elementary School is seeking passionate and dedicated Elementary Teacher's to join our team on a full-time basis. Elementary Teachers are responsible for delivering educational content to students in kindergarten through sixth grade, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development. The role involves creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lessons in core subjects such as reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies, aligning with Washington State's educational standards.
• Regularly evaluate student progress through assignments, tests, and observations, providing constructive feedback to support individual learning needs.
• Establish and maintain effective classroom routines and rules to ensure a respectful and productive learning environment.
• Work closely with fellow teachers, administrators, and support staff to plan and implement interdisciplinary lessons and school-wide initiatives.
• Engage with parents and guardians through meetings, conferences, and written updates to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
• Participate in ongoing training and workshops to stay current with educational best practices and state requirements.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in elementary education (K-8) or a related field from an accredited institution.
• A valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsements required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in classroom technology and educational software.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

• Fully and self-insured medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Health savings accounts (HSA) for high deductible medical plan
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plans
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance - Employer Paid and Supplemental Options
• Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance - Employer Paid and Supplemental Options
• Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) Option
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Option
• Participation in Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
• Optional participation in 403(b)
• Up to 4 personal leave days per school year
• Up to 12 sick leave days per year
• Eligibility for partial tuition reimbursement