Teacher Special Education LRC - Lister

Tacoma Public Schools•Lister Elementary 2106 E. 44th St., WA

About The Position

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a Special Education LRC teacher to plan, organize, and deliver appropriate learning activities and classroom experiences that support students’ intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The teacher supports school, district, school board, and state curricula, policies, and student achievement initiatives. This is a 1.0 FTE position with an expected start as soon as possible, working 7.5 hours per day for 182 workdays over a 10-month year. The position requires a valid Washington State teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement. The annual salary is based on preparation level and experience under the TEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, ranging from $75,462 (BA+0, step 1) to $147,998 (MA+90, step 20); salary will be prorated for a mid-year start. The position qualifies for benefits. The teacher develops instruction responsive to students’ individual needs and abilities; assesses and reports student progress; maintains a safe, orderly, and inclusive classroom; communicates with students, families, colleagues, and community members; maintains required records and uses assessment data to improve instruction; and supervises students and classroom support staff as assigned. The role also involves professional development, collaboration, curriculum updates, and related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with an appropriate educational endorsement, or a combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability.
Valid Washington State teaching certificate; the posting additionally specifies a Special Education endorsement.
Complete all District-required training as assigned.
Pass fingerprinting and WSP and FBI background clearance, including sexual misconduct clearance.
Knowledge of applicable Washington State and federal rules and regulations.
Knowledge of subject matter or course content relevant to the assignment.
Knowledge and skills in formative and summative assessment, instructional principles and methods, classroom management, and student discipline.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate activities; multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
Effective oral and written communication with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to use information technology, think critically, solve problems, and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable and to resolve difficult or sensitive situations appropriately.
Ability to serve as a professional and ethical role model, maintain confidentiality, and comply with Tacoma Public Schools Board policies.
Ability to establish effective working relationships in a multicultural, socioeconomically diverse setting.
Ability to travel throughout the District by private or public transportation.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds and to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and remain mobile.

Responsibilities

Develop and plan a program of study that addresses students’ learning needs, interests, and abilities, and create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
Use varied instructional techniques and media, differentiated instruction, and task scaffolding to engage students and support curriculum goals.
Assess student growth and achievement regularly, provide required progress reports and grades, and refer students for evaluation by District Specialists when needed.
Provide guidance that promotes students’ welfare, educational development, and citizenship.
Support District educational philosophy, instructional goals, policies, and rules; establish classroom behavior expectations and manage student behavior fairly.
Participate in planning and evaluating school programs, curriculum, and program development.
Prepare lesson plans, communicate clear objectives and learning targets, and use instructional time effectively.
Communicate with students, parents and guardians, colleagues, and community members; conduct conferences and meetings about student progress and development.
Maintain accurate records in accordance with law, District policy, and administrative regulations; use formative and summative data and Washington State-approved student growth rubrics to guide and improve instruction.
Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities; supervise students in school spaces and District-sanctioned programs.
Use community and District materials, resources, and services to support student learning and teaching effectiveness.
Participate in required or assigned professional development and training, staff meetings, and committees.
Supervise Para Educators and other classroom office assistance as required, and provide appropriate guidance to staff.
Collaborate with peers and administrators to improve student learning, maintain professional relationships, and contribute to the development of new teachers and student teachers under District guidelines.
Keep curriculum files and knowledge of resources and methods current, updating instructional plans and activities as appropriate.
Perform related duties as assigned, including temporary coverage or workload-balancing duties.
Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.