Teacher- English Language Arts

An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower! 

Posting Information: We are currently hiring for an ELA (English Language Arts) Teacher for Shelton High School for the 2025-2026 school year. Open until filled. For best consideration, qualified applicants should apply by April 9, 2025.

Interview Process: Applicants are encouraged to apply by the deadline provided above. If selected for an interview, you will be invited to complete an Asynchronous Virtual Interview. Candidates chosen for a second round interview will participate in an in-person interviews at a date to be determined.

Schedule: 1.0

Location: Shelton High School

Salary: $64,664 - $119,032 annually, depending on experience.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefits: 12 sick leave days of which 6 can be used for personal leave each school year; 5 days bereavement leave per school year; health insurance benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employee and eligible dependents. Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS); other fringe benefits as allowed under the Shelton Education Association (SEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Overview

The English Language Arts (ELA) teacher supports Shelton School District’s Strategic Plan and Shelton High School's School Improvement Plan by developing students’ academic skills through academic courses of study and implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. 

Requirements

• Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in ELA.
• Fluent in Spanish preferred.
• Willingness to actively support Shelton School District's Strategic Plan and initiatives.
• Willingness to use District issued unit plans, lesson plans, and approved curriculum.
• Ability to develop and maintain structures and routines that are conducive to an effective, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Ability to assess students progress and modify instruction as needed.
• Ability to scaffold instruction for a diverse student population.
• Ability to maintain and effectively use a District issued classroom library.
• Ability to maintain an upbeat, positive, and collaborative demeanor.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional, positive relationships with students, staff, administrators, families, and the community.
• Willingness to participate in school and building events and activities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Ability to incorporate lightheartedness and humor into the workplace.
• Ability to grow in interpersonal and technical skills with the held belief of being a lifelong learner.
• Ability to make independent decisions as well as work collaboratively with other staff, administrators, families, and community members.
• Ability to serve as a think-partner and use critical thinking skills to perform tasks and make decisions.
• Ability to apply policies, procedures, statutes, and regulations accurately.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently perform work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands through organization, attention to detail, and prioritization.
• Ability to admit faults, learn from mistakes, and take calculated risks.
• Ability to work flexible hours and remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations.
• Necessary skills (both technical and interpersonal) to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Functions

• Creates and delivers lesson plans in alignment with District approved curriculum following the scope and sequence of their grade level team.
• Develops and maintains positive, professional relationships with students, other staff, families, and administrators.
• Advises families of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher’s expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses students for the purpose of providing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• Collaborates with other teachers to review data, implement interventions, align their scope and sequence, and improve their instructional practices with a focus on student growth.
• Collaborates with school personnel, families, and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions, and delivering District approved curriculum.
• Directs para educators, volunteers, and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Monitors student activities for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g., grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
• Reports incidents as appropriate for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to education code, district, and/or school policies.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g., family conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
• Attends meetings and professional development trainings as appropriate or directed.
• Maintains confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Maintains a positive attitude and views students with an asset-based approach.
• Supports the District’s Strategic Plan and Shelton High School's School Improvement Plan.
• Abides by all District Policies and Procedures as well as all applicable statutes and guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.