TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue • Tumwater, Washington 98512
360-709-7020

SPECIAL EDUCATION STEP (Structured Teaching & Enhancing Progress) TEACHER
MICHAEL T SIMMONS ELEMENTARY

1.0 FTE
CONTINUING
2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR
RATE OF PAY: $63,438 - $112,732 (26-27 Salary TBD)
Benefit Information

This position will remain open until filled. Tumwater School District reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening after 4 PM on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate, with proper endorsement(s) in assigned area(s). Bachelor’s degree in K-12 Special Education. Criminal justice fingerprint clearance.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Prior job experience and /or specialized training in working with high school students and adult students (18-21 years old) with IEPs and transition services.

DESIRED BACKGROUND/SKILLS:

Understanding and utilization of individualized education programs
Ability to utilize appropriate diagnostic information
Knowledge of life skills curriculum
Knowledge of vocational training programs and community agencies
Knowledge of technology used for vocational programming

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND/OR ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Skills to motivate students
Communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds direct support personnel
Ability to direct support personnel
Ability to address student health care needs
Knowledge of appropriate Special Services category (learning, severely, communication, visually and/or physically handicapped)
Understanding of State curriculum framework and education codes
Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods
Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks
Ability to maintain records
Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinates and monitors work experience training and placements for students in the program. Provides job development and job support for students and training for site supervisors.
Develops and implements program curriculum. Helps students to develop weekly schedules that support the goals and objectives of their IEP.
Maintains communication with parents, site supervisors and community agencies.
Serves on the program eligibility team.
Serves as a contact person for the program. Provides guidance and support services to students and intervenes/advocates on their behalf.
Evaluates students’ progress and completes progress reports on a regular basis, including attendance.
Develops and maintains IEPs for students in the program.
Arranges and monitors district transportation.
Provides an overall orientation of the program and transitional services to parents and students.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Maintains current knowledge about post-secondary adult services and community agencies, which provide services for students’ with disabilities.
Develops and maintains connections with community adult service agencies, community businesses, volunteer sites, and high schools.
Communicates effectively with students, families, community agencies, and school personnel.
Assists in the communication of needs and concerns between special education administrators and special education staff.
Develops and facilitates special education transition activities, such as internships, job shadows, work experiences, and independent living activities.
Ability to serve as the case manager of students.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal/Designee
SCHEDULE: Tumwater School District Calendar exclusive of voluntary staff orientation program prior to starting date
SALARY: Tumwater School District Salary Schedule
CONTACT: Human Resources - 360-709-7020

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Tumwater School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Washington State law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, please contact EdJobsNW at (360) 464-6855 or email EdJobsNW@esd113.org.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Officer – Meagan Dawson, 360-709-7030, meagan.dawson@tumwater.k12.wa.us. Title IX Coordinator – Wendy Bromley, 360-709-7020, wendy.bromley@tumwater.k12.wa.us. Section 504 Compliance Coordinator – Deena Alley, 360-709-7030, deena.alley@tumwater.k12.wa.us. Address - 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.

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