Hoquiam School District No. 28

Job Title: Preschool Teacher (SPED)

Job Description

Position Open Until Filled - First Screening Date:6/6/25

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
Resume
3 Letters of Recommendation - Including at least one from a supervisor

Overview:

The Hoquiam School District is committed to ensuring every student is prepared for a successful future by fostering meaningful relationships, nurturing engaged learners, supporting adaptive pathways, and strengthening community connections. The Preschool Teacher plays a critical role in providing inclusive, developmentally appropriate early learning experiences for both ECEAP and preschool-aged students with disabilities, and peer models. This educator will inspire curiosity, support diverse learning needs, and partner with families and community stakeholders to ensure all children thrive in a safe, engaging, and culturally responsive environment.

Core Responsibilities Aligned to District Pillars:

Meaningful Relationships

Foster nurturing, responsive relationships with children that support emotional regulation, trust, and confidence.
Collaborate effectively with families, caregivers, paraprofessionals, ECEAP staff, and service providers to support holistic child development.
Maintain open, consistent, and culturally sensitive communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom goals

Engaged Learners

Design and deliver evidence-based, inclusive curriculum aligned with Washington State Early Learning Guidelines and IDEA requirements.
Create a dynamic, play-based learning environment that sparks curiosity and meets students’ cognitive, emotional, social, and physical needs.
Differentiate instruction to engage diverse learners and address a wide range of developmental needs and learning styles.

Adaptive Pathways

Develop and implement strength-based IEPs collaboratively with families and interdisciplinary teams.
Integrate speech, occupational, and physical therapy goals into classroom routines and activities.
Support seamless transitions to kindergarten by coordinating with K–12 educators and ensuring readiness for the next phase of learning.

Community Connections

Participate in Child Find screening and community outreach efforts to identify and support preschool-aged children in the district.
Provide home-based consultations or services as needed to support child and family engagement.
Serve as an advocate for inclusive education and contribute to district-wide efforts to connect early learning with broader community resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with Early Learning or K–8 Certification
Special Education Endorsement (required)
Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood development and inclusive practices
Experience supporting students with disabilities, including developmental delays and autism
ELL endorsement preferred but not required
~~Current or willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within one year~~
Maintain a current adult and pediatric first aid/CPR card within 90 days of hire.
Valid Washington State Driver’s License
Experience in a preschool or early learning setting preferred
Must meet all ECEAP qualifications
Completion of Right Response training required

Essential Functions:

Plan and deliver inclusive instruction tailored to ECEAP and special education standards
Monitor and document student progress and developmental milestones
Manage behaviors using proactive, positive techniques and serve as a behavioral consultant when needed
Train and mentor paraprofessionals to ensure consistent, effective support
Assess and document Present Levels of Academic and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) using formal and informal assessments, including but not limited to the TS Gold.
Uphold a safe, accessible classroom for all learners—including physical lifting, mobility support, and adaptive equipment use as necessary
Attend professional development opportunities and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and assist students (up to 50 lbs with support)
Frequent stooping, kneeling, reaching, and movement around the classroom
Capacity to support students with physical needs and self-help skills
Comfortable working in both classroom and home-based environments

Commitment to Equity and Inclusion:

The Hoquiam School District is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage candidates who share our commitment to equity, access, and opportunity for all students to apply.

Salary:

180 Base Salary = $60,204.38 - $117,387.72

4 Professional Days = $1,337.88 - $2,602.96

Benefits: State allocation towards dental, vision, medical insurance, retirement, 12 sick leave days, 3 personal leave days.

Employment is contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY Hoquiam School District #28 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle question and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator Jason Ihde 325 W. Chenault Avenue 360.538.8255 jihde@hoquiam.net , Director of Special Services and Section 504/ADA Coordinator Brianne Barrett 325 W. Chenault Avenue 360.538.8417 bbarrett@hoquiam.net and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Mike Villarreal, Superintendent 325 W. Chenault Avenue 360.538.8200 mvillarreal@hoquiam.net

25/26 SY - Preschool Teacher