Highly Capable Coordinator

Cape Horn Skye Elementary

District Office
1 hour per day

5 days per week
180 days per year (Student Attendance days) additional days upon request and as needed

(60 work days probation for new employees)

Rate of pay: $34.55 - $39.66 per hour

Purpose Statement:

The job of Highly Capable Coordinator is done for the purpose/s of coordinating district services for Highly Capable (HiCap) students, grades K-12, in the Washougal School District.

This job reports to the principal at Cape Horn-Skye Elementary.

Essential Functions:

Promotes collaboration between school administration, staff, and parents for the purpose of maintaining effective, consistent, and regular communication between all stakeholders.
Attends meetings as requested (e.g., in-service training, workshops, IEP’s, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information.
Confers with teachers for the purpose of evaluating students’ progress and/or implementing student objectives.
Establishes and oversees the scheduling of the nomination process and identification procedures.
Monitors the HiCap assessment process.
Responds to inquiries for the purpose of solving problems, providing information, and/or referral
Works to ensure that the appropriate menu of services is identified and implemented for K-12 students.
Confers, trains and assists school staff regarding HiCap eligibility procedures and compliance requirements.
Supports the sharing of appropriate reports to the school board, administrators, staff, parents, and community.
Monitors policies and procedures.
Assists staff developing specialized learning activities for students.
Supports the development and submission of the annual HiCap District Plan.
Attends local and state trainings, workshops, and conferences related to HiCap current practices and research.
Provides learning opportunities for staff and parents regarding the needs of HiCap students.
Maintains district alignment with Washington State legal requirements for HiCap programs.
Researches best practices for HiCap program delivery and provides related professional development to staff.
Accommodates a flexible schedule to meet with parents and provide professional development.
Develops, implements, and evaluates educational activities and programs for community members of all ages; assesses community needs; develops and monitors program budgets.
Coordinates programs and services with other staff, agencies, and organizations.
Promotes projects and programs to the community; developing and distributing program information; responding to questions regarding programs and the District.
Maintains a variety of fiscal information, files, and records for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance.
Pursues grant opportunities and other community resources
Responsible for processing and requisition of purchase orders and communicating with vendors.
Responsible for supporting building secretaries and families with the student enrollment process.

Other Functions

Assists other personnel as needed for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment; office applications including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word; Google Drive, Docs and Sheets; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and public speaking including preparing and presenting information for a variety of audiences.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, interpreting formal and informal student assessments, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: expanding base of knowledge of highly capable/gifted children, above-average communication skills, technical skills, and the use of the student Qmlativ system, familiarity with differentiated instruction strategies, knowledge of post-high school options, college applications process, and being a creative thinker.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Significant interpersonal skills are required to with other staff and students, problem-solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working with frequent interruptions; and exhibiting patience and compassion.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; directing other persons within a small work unit; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the Organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 20% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under some hazardous conditions.

Experience: Job-related experience with Highly Capable program preferred.

Education: Bachelors degree in a job-related area.

Required Testing

Pre-employment Proficiency Test (if needed)

Continuing Educ./Training

None Specified

Certificates & Licenses

Valid First Aid Certificate

Clearances

WA State Misconduct Clearance

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status

Non Exempt

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYE

The Washougal School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Compliance Officer: Brian Wilde (360) 954-3104, 1209 39th St, Washougal, WA 98671

ADA Compliance Officer: Jill Zahm (360) 954-3021, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal, WA 98671

Section 504 Coordinator: Jill Zahm (360) 954-3021, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal, WA 98671

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 28A.640 & ADA compliance officer and Section 504 coordinator.

Posted 10/2/26

Closes Internally 10/8/2026

188-2026: Highly Capable Coordinator