This posting is for a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) providing leave replacement coverage in the beginning of the 2026-27 school year only for Grades K-2. This position is anticipated to start September 1, 2026 and end December 18, 2026. Salary is based upon the attached CEA Salary Schedule and will be prorated based upon start date and actual FTE. This position is open until filled. For best consideration, please apply by June 12, 2026.

Required Attachments:

Letter of Interest including how the candidate meets the qualifications
Resume
Transcripts
3 Letters of Recommendation
Valid Washington State Certificate

Position Summary:

The job of the Elementary Teacher is to create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, values, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper grade education, in accordance with each students' ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Performance Responsibilities:

Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement.
Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum.
Recognize individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs.
Provide learning experiences in reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and other assigned district curriculum to students in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the school district, and other district approved learning activities.
Adapt lessons for the purpose of implementing the IEP goals and meeting the special needs of students.
Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develop lesson plans and instructional material and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each students.
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep accurate and appropriate classroom and district records, and prepare progress reports.
Establish rapport, communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community.
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program.
Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Demonstrate effective teaching practices.
Use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning.
Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment.
Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning.
Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Complete work at assigned workstation(s).
Consistently deals with people in a courteous and professional manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an Elementary Education Endorsement
Endorsement in Early Childhood Education preferred
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background clearance
Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance
Demonstrated successful experience in implementing a prescribed curriculum
Demonstrated evidence of classroom management skills
Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity preferred
Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code
Demonstrated willingness and ability to work cooperatively with administration and staff
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use computer technology to assist instruction
Prior job related experience required
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

Skills to promote learning, motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and evaluate performance.
Knowledge of curriculum, education code, and district policies.
Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities may include lifting/carrying 25 lbs, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/field of vision.

Reports To: Building Principal

Compensation and Benefits:
Employee Compensation and Benefits are outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement. See Article XIII Economic Provisions, Article VII Leaves, Appendix O. 26/27 CEA Salary schedule posted.

The District complies with State Law regarding SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) and DRS (Washington State Department of Retirement Systems) eligibility and benefits. If eligible, SEBB benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP). Retirement benefits, if eligible, may include membership in TRS retirement plans in addition to voluntary Deferred Compensation Program and 403(b) Annuity enrollments. Paid time off is also outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Chehalis School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, ethnicity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to youth development organizations listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

Chehalis School District offers classes in many career and technical education (CTE) program areas, including Agriculture, Business and Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, Skilled and Technical Sciences, Health Sciences and STEM. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, etnicidad, condición de veterano o estatus militar con baja honorable, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, falta de vivienda, inmigración o estatus de ciudadania, la presencia de cualquier discapacidad sensorial, mental o física, neurodivergencia , ni por el uso de un perro guía o animal de servicio entrenado, y garantiza el acceso equitativo a las organizaciones de desarrollo juvenil enumeradas en el Título 36 del Código de los Estados Unidos como sociedades patrióticas.

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis ofrece clases en varias áreas con programas de educación vocacional y técnica (CTE), incluyendo Agricultura, Negocios y Mercadotecnia, Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor, Ciencias Técnicas y Calificadas, Ciencias de la Salud y STEM. La falta de dominio del idioma inglés no será una barrera para la admisión y participación en programas de educación profesional y técnica.

Title IX Coordinator
Athletic Director/W.F. West High School Assistant Principal, Tommy Elder, 360-807-7235, telder@chehalisschools.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Executive Director of Student Support, Katie Howell, (360) 807-7245 option 3, (360) 748-8767 Fax, khowell@chehalisschools.org

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Executive Director of Human Resources, Leslie Wohld, 360-807-7200, lwohld@chehalisschools.org

Career and Technical Education Coordinator
W.F. West High School Assistant Principal, Don Bunker, 360-807-7235, dbunker@chehalisschools.org

Address: 310 SW 16th St, Chehalis WA 98532

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