Tumwater - Special Education Resource Teacher

Tumwater School District•Tumwater, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tumwater School District No. 33 is hiring a 0.5 FTE Special Education Resource Teacher at Tumwater High School for the 2026–27 school year. The position is one year only. The teacher evaluates, monitors, and supervises special education services to address eligible students’ aptitude, interests, and instructional needs. The role includes leading multidisciplinary teams in developing legally appropriate IEPs; evaluating students and communicating results; developing functional life skills programming; coordinating instruction across general education, special needs, and community-based placements; and supporting student health and safety. The teacher also collaborates with occupational, physical, and speech-language specialists to support motor and functional language skills. The teacher plans and delivers developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, differentiated instruction aligned with Washington State Learning Standards and district-adopted curriculum. The role includes providing accommodations and modifications under IEP, 504, and MTSS guidance; monitoring student growth through multiple forms of assessment; maintaining records and required documentation; communicating with families and colleagues; participating in team meetings and district or building initiatives; and performing other duties assigned by the Principal or designee. The position follows the Tumwater School District calendar, excluding the voluntary staff orientation program before the start date. The listed pay range is $63,438–$112,732, with the 2026–27 salary still to be determined.

Requirements

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with proper endorsement(s) in assigned area(s).
Criminal justice fingerprint clearance.
Ability to use principles of learning and varied formal and informal assessment instruments for program development.
Ability to carry out behavior modification programs and provide families with specific intervention techniques.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach to solving individual learning problems.
Strong human relations skills and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of others.
Ability to lift 100 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and adherence to School Board policies.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, monitor, and supervise special education services to meet qualified students’ aptitude, interests, and instructional needs.
Lead multidisciplinary teams in developing legally appropriate IEPs, including academic, social/behavioral, and functional life skills goals.
Evaluate students, interpret results for stakeholders, and prepare students for state-mandated testing.
Develop and implement functional life skills programming using adopted curriculum.
Coordinate instruction between general education classrooms and special needs placements, including community-based options.
Attend to student health and safety in instructional settings and supervise students at school-sponsored activities.
Assist OT/PT/SLP specialists with building motor skills and teaching functional language skills.
Design culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with Washington State Learning Standards and district-adopted resources.
Plan differentiated instruction and provide accommodations and modifications under IEP, 504, and MTSS guidance.
Use formative and summative assessments and multiple data sources to monitor student progress, set measurable goals, and adapt instruction.
Maintain accurate attendance, grading, communication, student data, and instructional reporting records in accordance with district requirements and timelines.
Communicate respectfully with students, families, and colleagues, and engage families in student learning.
Participate in team meetings, IEP/504 planning, cross-disciplinary collaboration, professional learning, and building- or district-level initiatives as assigned.
Supervise students in classroom, performance, and common-area settings and follow district safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.