Dual Language Teacher - Reading, Writing, and Social Studies @ PPM

Position: Dual Language Teacher - Reading, Writing, and Social Studies @ PPM # 1615
Location:

Park Place Middle School

Anticipated start date:

September 1, 2026

Days per year:

185

FTE:

1.0

Shift time:

7:20 - 2:50

Position Info:

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

* Screening for this position will begin on March 16, 2026.

* This position will teach 0.8 reading, writing, and social studies in a Spanish/English dual language model and 0.2 in another content area such as MLL, ELA, or math.

* Salary listed is based on the  salary schedule and will be updated upon board approval of the  salary schedule

Benefit Info:

* Benefits offered:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription (SEBB)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Life Insurance
• Retirement
• 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 Dual Language 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 the learning and personal growth of students which facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district-approved curriculum; motivates 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 the area of assignment

* Dual Language in English and Spanish

* Pass the ACTFL writing and oral proficiency test and the State Test in designated world language (world language endorsement) or WEST-E in bilingual education (bilingual education endorsement)

* 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 Immigration 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 and 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 is 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…