Leave Replacement - Science Teacher @ PPM

Position: Leave Replacement - Science Teacher @ PPM #1614
Location:

Park Place Middle School

Anticipated start date:

4/13/26 - 6/12/26

Days per year:

TBD

FTE:

TBD

Shift time:

7:20 am - 2:50 pm

Position Info:

* Current District Employees must apply within 5 days of the position posting date or the position will remain open until filled.

* Salary listed is based on a 1.0 FTE assignment and will be adjusted according to actual FTE worked.

Job Info:

* This is a long-term leave replacement position starting on April 13, 2026 through June 12, 2026. The end date is tentative as it may be extended.

* Pay is prorated based on actual FTE worked.

Benefit Info:

* Benefits offered:
• Sick, personal, bereavement leave
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (VEBA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Stipends based on position per CBA
• Enrichment Stipend-$1,968-$4,062.
* Optional Benefits:
• Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Deferred compensation
• Annuities (403(b), Roth)
• Medical flexible spending arrangement
• Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement
• Dependent care assistance program

TITLE Classroom Teacher

REPORTS TO Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY

The classroom teacher, under the direction of the Building Principal, will create a program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth of students which facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district-approved curriculum; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in life, and establish good relationships and rapport with students, parents and staff members.

The teacher will document student progress, activities and outcomes; address specific educational needs of students; and provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals. The teacher will maintain professional competence through in-service education, coursework and professional growth activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

* Valid teaching certificate for the State of Washington with required endorsement in area of assignment

* Prior experience in the school setting preferred

* Such other qualifications as the Board and Superintendent may find appropriate

* Current valid CPR and First Aid may be required for the specific assignment

Special Requirements

* Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance

* I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act

* HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date - District provided)

* Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date - District provided)

Knowledge:

* Principles, goals and objectives of public education

* Curriculum and other developmental programs

Skills and Abilities:

* Abide by all district policies and procedures along with building/department practices

* Adhere to federal, state laws and district regulations, policies procedures and practices

* Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, fights, substance abuse etc.

* Abides by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement

* Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information

* Maintain regular punctual attendance

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The list of position responsibilities are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of the following duties:

* Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement

* Establish a culture for learning

* Communicate with students

* Engage students in learning

* Demonstrate effective teaching practices

* Use questioning and discussion techniques

* Reflect on teaching

* Recognize individual student learning needs and developing strategies to address those needs

* Demonstrate knowledge of students

* Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness

* Establish student growth goals

* Achieve student growth goals

* Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum

* Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy

* Set instructional…