NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Elma school District is accepting applications for the following certificated position:

2025-2026

Temporary

(In District Posting)

Elma Elementary

HiCap Teacher

Post Date: 10-14-2025 – 10-21-2025

Position will remain open until filled.

Category: Certificated

ETO Salary Per Diem Range:

· $45.95 - $87.05

Summary:

Elma Elementary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated educator to join our team as a HiCap Teacher 1.5 hours a day, 2 days a week. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to fostering an enriching learning environment for high-capacity students. This role involves developing and implementing engaging curriculum tailored to meet the unique needs of gifted learners, while collaborating with classroom teachers and parents to support student growth and achievement.

Required Qualifications:

· Possess a Washington State Teaching Certificate with K-8 endorsement

· WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance

· Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, parents and staff

· Ability to build strong relationships with students, parents and staff

· Demonstrated organizational and management skills

· Regular attendance is an essential function of this position

· The safety and health of students and others is an essential function of this position

Responsibilities:

· Create, implement and teach effective High Cap learning opportunities for K-8 High Cap Students

· Assist in the management of student learning plans for district High Cap students

· Wiling to attend trainings regarding effective High Cap programs and best practices of meeting needs of High Cap students

· Willing to assist in the management of district High Cap student information

· Work with district High Cap team to effectively communicate program information to High Cap parents

· Maintain a safe, civil, and positive classroom environment where all are treated with dignity and respect

· Ability to establish an environment that honors and respects diversity

· Maintain building, district, state, and federal rules and regulations

· Meet with parents to discuss student progress and concerns.

· Strive to serve as a good role model and build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community.

· Participate in staff meetings, educational conference, teacher training workshops, and other professional development opportunities

Application Process:

Current ETO employees of the Elma School District may submit a letter of interest and must have an updated resume with an Elma School District #68 job application on file with Human Resources Office. Please contact Jenn Ziemathis at jziemathis@eagles.edu if you have any questions.

The position will remain open until filled.

The Elma School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Students, families and other stakeholders are notified the district does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Designated to handle inquiries about nondiscrimination policies are:
504 Section Coordinator, Kathleen Gallagher, kgallagher@eagles.edu
Title IX Officer, Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, cnesmtih@eagles.edu

Elma Elementary HiCap Teacher