POSITION: K-4 Summer School Teacher (multiple positions)

LOCATION: Elementary School

HOURS: 4.75 hours per day, 7:30 am to 12:15 pm, June 22-25, June 29-July 2, July 7-9, 13-16, and 20-23, 2026. Plus 10 hours of prep and training.

Representation: Kittitas Education Association

  Salary: KEA Salary Schedule, per diem rate

Position Description: The Summer School Teacher will provide small group academic instruction to qualifying students in grades K-4 during the five-week summer program.. Instruction will focus on Reading, Language Arts, and Math, with lessons aligned to student learning needs. The teacher will support student engagement, monitor progress, and collaborate with program staff to ensure student growth. 

Essential Job Functions:

1.   Plans and provides clear and intentionally focused instruction using state standards, subject matter content, district curriculum and student needs.
2.   Recognizes individual student learning needs and develops strategies to address those needs for the purpose of promoting individual achievement.
3.   Implements effective teaching practices for the purpose of facilitating achievement for each student.
4.   Uses multiple student data elements for the purpose of assessing student progress, modifying instruction, and improving student learning.
5.   Communicates and collaborates with parents and school community for the purpose of fostering student success and achievement.
6.   Fosters and manages a safe, positive learning environment for the purpose of promoting effective student behavior and success.
7.   Maintains and submits information/records including student progress.
8.   Participates in various meetings for the purpose of implementing school initiatives and addressing student needs.
9.   Directs the work of assigned classified staff.
10.   Implements and complies with District policies and the Code of Professional Conduct.
11.   Maintains consistent attendance and conforms to regular work hours specified under contract.

Qualifications:  

Required Education and Experience

1. Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsements.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Elementary classroom experience

Required Skills, Knowledge and or Abilities

1. Knowledge of applicable Washington State and federal rules and regulations.
2. Knowledge of subject matter/course content relevant to assignment.
3. Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
4. Knowledge of and skills in using various formative and summative assessments.
5. Ability to effectively address a wide range of academic and social needs including at-risk, cultural diversity, English language learners, and special education students.
6. Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon state standards, district curriculum and student needs.
7. Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
8. Knowledge and understanding of elementary school philosophy.
9. Ability to effectively meet developmental needs of elementary school students.
10. Ability to interact and collaborate positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
11. Skills in and ability to communicate effectively with others.
12. Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
13. Ability to operate technology devices and specific software programs.
14. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
15. Ability and commitment to strengthen job-related competencies.
16. Familiarity of instructional frameworks: Danielson

Physical Demands

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions:

• Significant: (i.e., sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of personal computer, looking at a computer monitor, lifting up to 10 pounds)
• Frequent: (i.e., standing, bending, carrying; use of phone; use of copy machine)
• Occasional: (i.e., driving, lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of fax machine) 

Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of time (2.5 to 5.5+ hrs/day)

Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of time (0 to 2.5+ hrs/day)

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, the scope of responsibilities, and the physical demands, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize

Kittitas School District 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 employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Tim Praino, Superintendent (509) 955-3120 [email protected]; Title IX Coordinator: Brady Widner, Athletic Director, (509)955-3140 , [email protected]; Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Jenny LaFrenier, Elementary Principal/Special Services, (509) 955-3120, [email protected]

From PDF Description

KITTITAS SCHOOL DISTRICT
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Job Title:
K-4 Summer School Teacher
Direct Supervisor:
Summer School Coordinator
POSITION: K-4 Summer School Teacher (multiple positions)
LOCATION: Elementary School
HOURS: 4.75 hours per day, 7:30 am to 12:15 pm, June 22-25, June 29-July 2, July 7-9,
13-16, and 20-23, 2026. Plus 10 hours of prep and training.
Representation: Kittitas Education Association
Salary: KEA Salary Schedule, per diem rate
Position Description: The Summer School Teacher will provide small group academic
instruction to qualifying students in grades K-4 during the five-week summer program..
Instruction will focus on Reading, Language Arts, and Math, with lessons aligned to student
learning needs. The teacher will support student engagement, monitor progress, and collaborate
with program staff to ensure student growth.
Essential Job Functions:
A. Plans and provides clear and intentionally focused instruction using state standards, subject matter
content, district curriculum and student needs.
B. Recognizes individual student learning needs and develops strategies to address those needs for
the purpose of promoting individual achievement.
C. Implements effective teaching practices for the purpose of facilitating achievement for each
student.
D. Uses multiple student data elements for the purpose of assessing student progress, modifying
instruction, and improving student learning.
E. Communicates and collaborates with parents and school community for the purpose of fostering
student success and achievement.
F. Fosters and manages a safe, positive learning environment for the purpose of promoting effective
student behavior and success.
G. Maintains and submits information/records including student progress.
H. Participates in various meetings for the purpose of implementing school initiatives and addressing
student needs.
I. Directs the work of assigned classified staff.
J. Implements and complies with District policies and the Code of Professional Conduct.
K. Maintains consistent attendance and conforms to regular work hours specified under contract.
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
1. Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsements.

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Preferred Education and Experience
1. Elementary classroom experience
Required Skills, Knowledge and or Abilities
1. Knowledge of applicable Washington State and federal rules and regulations.
2. Knowledge of subject matter/course content relevant to assignment.
3. Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
4. Knowledge of and skills in using various formative and summative assessments.
5. Ability to effectively address a wide range of academic and social needs including at-risk,
cultural diversity, English language learners, and special education students.
6. Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon state standards, district
curriculum and student needs.
7. Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
8. Knowledge and understanding of elementary school philosophy.
9. Ability to effectively meet developmental needs of elementary school students.
10. Ability to interact and collaborate positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and
administrators.
11. Skills in and ability to communicate effectively with others.
12. Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
13. Ability to operate technology devices and specific software programs.
14. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
15. Ability and commitment to strengthen job-related competencies.
16. Familiarity of instructional frameworks: Danielson
Physical Demands
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions:
● Significant: (i.e., sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception,
ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of personal computer,
looking at a computer monitor, lifting up to 10 pounds)
● Frequent: (i.e., standing, bending, carrying; use of phone; use of copy machine)
● Occasional: (i.e., driving, lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of
fax machine)
Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of time (2.5 to 5.5+ hrs/day)
Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of time (0 to 2.5+ hrs/day)
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the
essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, the scope of
responsibilities, and the physical demands, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the
work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional
areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize
Kittitas School District 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 employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged
discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Tim Praino, Superintendent (509) 955-3120 [email protected];
Title IX Coordinator: Brady Widner, Athletic Director, (509)955-3140 , [email protected]; Section
504/ADA Coordinator: Jenny LaFrenier, Elementary Principal/Special Services, (509) 955-3120,
[email protected]

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