NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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

*In-District Only*
Temporary
Elma High School
Transition Planning Teacher

Date Posted: 05-26-2026

Category: Certificated
Start Date: 06-12-2026

Salary Schedule: ETO CBA 2025-2026

$45.95 - $87.05 (2025-26 salary schedule per diem rate)

Assignment:

Temporary Position; Start June 12, 2026
Timesheet up to 10 total days

Summary:

Seeking a qualified Special Education teacher to design the scope and sequence, curriculum framework, and instructional lessons for a transition program serving students ages 18–22 with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This work will support the development of a high-quality transition services program focused on preparing students with significant support needs for post-secondary success in the areas of employment, independent living, community access, and self-determination.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field
Valid Washington State teaching certification with a Special Education endorsement
WSP/FBI background and fingerprint clearance (fee paid by the employee)
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering specially designed instruction (SDI) for students receiving transition services
Prior experience working with high-needs Special Education students, including students with significant behavioral, adaptive, communication, and/or functional support needs
Knowledge of IDEA transition requirements, transition assessments, and post-secondary planning
Experience developing functional and community-based instructional programming

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a transition program serving students ages 18–22
Experience with community-based instruction, vocational programming, and life skills curriculum development
Knowledge of inclusive practices, behavioral supports, and functional skill assessment

Strong organizational and collaboration skills

Examples of Duties:

This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary and without notice. Depending upon individual assignments, the teacher performs all or a combination of several of the following duties:

Design a comprehensive scope and sequence for an 18–22 transition program aligned with IDEA transition requirements and student post-secondary goals
Develop standards-aligned instructional units, lesson plans, and learning activities focused on:
- Employment and vocational readiness
- Independent living skills
- Community participation and access
- Functional academics
- Communication and self-advocacy
- Social-emotional and behavioral skill development
Create instructional materials and suggested progress-monitoring tools for students with moderate to significant disabilities and behavioral need
Develop curriculum and instructional supports that incorporate specially designed instruction (SDI), accommodations, modifications, and functional skill instruction
Ensure lessons and program design support individualized student needs and multiple levels of learner access
Collaborate with district leadership and special education staff to align curriculum with district goals and transition programming expectations
Provide recommendations for instructional resources, schedules, and implementation structures for the transition program

Application Process:
Apply at www.edjobsnw.org. Required attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, three (3) Certificated Letters of Recommendation, Washington State Teaching Certificate with required endorsement (Special Education), and College Transcripts.

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 Officer, Tami Buckell, at hr@eagles.edu.

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, cnesmith@eagles.edu

El Distrito Escolar de Elma es un Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades. Se les notifica a los estudiantes, familias y otras partes interesadas que el distrito no discrimina por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, edad, origen nacional, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, estado de veterano o militar, discapacidad, o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o animal de servicio en ninguno de sus programas o actividades, y ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.

Las personas designadas para atender consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación son:
Coordinadora de la Sección 504: Kathleen Gallagher, kgallagher@eagles.edu
Oficial de Title IX: Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, cnesmith@eagles.edu