NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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

***TEMPORARY***
Elma Elementary School
Long Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education

Posted: 10-08-2026

Category:

Certificated

Assignment: Temporary

Approximate Dates: 11-20-2026 to 02-26-2027
Elementary School – Special Education

2026-2027 ETO Substitute Base Rate & Salary Range:

Days 1-20: $165/day ($20.625/hour)
Day 21+: $47.608 - $64.124 per hour
Exact hourly rate will be determined by verified education level and certification

Benefits Include:

I-1433 Sick Leave, the employee will accrue at least one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every forty (40) hours worked.
Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Summary:

The Special Education Teacher will work full time at Elma Elementary School. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing specialized instruction to students with disabilities and ensuring that their individualized education plans (IEPs) are implemented effectively. The teacher will work closely with other educators and parents to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Required Qualifications:

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate or Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate
(Special Education Endorsement preferred)
WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by the employee)
Experience in teaching special education at the primary level preferred
Experience in working with students identified for special education needs services in adaptive social skills and positive behavior management
Ability to plan instructional programs to meet the needs of students with a range of disabilities, including sensory impairments, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties, conditions such as autism, social, emotional, and mental health needs, or a combination of these difficulties
Knowledge and/or experience in grade levels assigned preferred
Knowledge of current trends in curriculum, instruction, and technology
Ability to plan instructional programs to meet the needs of diverse learners
Knowledge and/or experience with new state assessment requirements preferred
Must be able to safely lift and/or move equipment and supplies as needed in the course of classroom instruction
Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
The safety and health of students and others are essential functions of this position

Examples of Duties:

Work cooperatively and efficiently with administrators, staff, students, and parents
Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team when requested and maintain positive inter staff communications
Develop programs for students with developmental disabilities
Conduct functional vocational evaluations and achievement testing
Utilize assistive technology in individual student education programs
Coordinate with the speech-language pathologist and /or occupational therapist, and/or physical therapist and/or school psychologist in the provision of specialist services for eligible students
Meet state and federal requirements and deadlines in processing special education documentation
Show evidence of adequate planning and preparation while maintaining an organized classroom conducive to learning
Ability to focus students’ attention on the lesson while clearly stating objectives
Skillfully apply teaching strategies with methods to evaluate and report student learning
Demonstrate ability to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet student needs
Must establish clear expectations for student “in-classroom” conduct, making expectations known to students
Must show enthusiasm, as well as guide and assist students while providing instruction
Provide individual and group services to children and/or parents that emphasizing improved educational performance and/or conduct
Demonstrates evidence of continued learning interests related to academics, technology, and improved learning of standards
Other related duties as assigned

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, 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

Long Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher