NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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

*In-District Only*
Temporary
Elma Elementary School
HiCap Teacher

Date Posted: 05-18-2026

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; June 12, 2026 to June 25, 2026
Timesheet
4 days per week; Monday - Thursday
3 Hours per Day; 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
5 additional hours for planning

Job Description:

Elma Elementary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated educator to join our team as a HiCap Teacher 3 hours per day, 4 days per 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:

Valid Washington State teaching certification with K-8 endorsement
Washington State Patrol background and FBI fingerprint clearance (fee paid by employee)
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 positon

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 employees of the Elma School District may submit a letter of interest and must have an updated resume with 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