Kindergarten Teacher, Trentwood Elementary, 1.0 FTE (2025-2026 School Year Only/Leave Replacement)

East Valley School District 361•Spokane Valley, WA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the principal or designee, this teaching position will plan instruction, teach, motivate, inspire, and assess students. This teaching position will promote a high-quality education program that reflects state standards.

Requirements

Valid Washington State Teaching certificate, no later than the first contracted day of the 2025/2026 school year with appropriate endorsements as required by law and regulations.
Elementary Endorsement required.
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.
Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later).
I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act.
Completion of all district-required training within thirty (30) calendar days from hire date.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate understanding and ability to implement a trauma informed learning environment where the needs of the whole child are accounted for in classroom design.
Understand and apply current educational developments and instructional methodologies.
Flexible in learning new concepts and adapting to a variety of assignments and conditions.
Communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written forms.
Display enthusiasm, optimism, and motivation towards teaching and student learning.
Participate in school, district, and community events.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds or 33% of body weight, whichever is less.

Responsibilities

Implement education programs and instruction that address individual student learning needs.
Develop lesson plans aligned with Washington State standards using district curriculum and guidelines.
Create a positive educational climate with high learning expectations for all students.
Recognize individual student learning needs and implement differentiation strategies.
Promote the district’s educational goals through parent conferences and related activities.
Manage classroom behavior with clear parameters and consistent, respectful responses.
Integrate technology in a blended learning environment to enhance student learning and collaboration.
Implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Communicate frequently with families about the instructional program and student progress.
Proctor required exams and assessments.
Use formative and summative assessment to modify instruction and improve student learning.
Maintain appropriate and accurate student records.
Participate in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to use data to support student growth.
Pursue professional growth through coursework, workshops, and reading.
Exhibit flexibility, high-stress tolerance, reliability, punctuality, and confidentiality.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site(s) and work the regular work hours specified by the contract.
Professionally interact with a diverse range of colleagues, members of the public, and students.
Comply with and uphold all district policies and all applicable laws.
Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.