SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 
1.0 FTE 
Coweeman Middle School
Beginning the 2026/27 School Year

Salary: Per KEA Salary Schedule
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE. Paid time off is offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Kelso Education Association found HERE
 
Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district. 

We are excited to announce that the Kelso School District anticipates hiring an exceptional team member to expand our special education team.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Participate in development and implementation of IEPs, FBA's, BIP's, ERP's for special education students
 
Undertake with the timely submission of IEPs and progress reports
 
Plan and implement learning activities for students with varied abilities
 
Organize programs to provide for individual differences
 
Maintain current Crisis Prevention Institute Training
 
Evaluate, develop and modify curriculum for individual student needs in general education classroom and in special education
 
Demonstrate a knowledge of behavior de-escalation technique and positive support plans 
 
Demonstrate skill in preparing special education students to meet the state essential learnings
 
Demonstrate the ability to relate to all students in a warm, accepting manner
 
Demonstrate a knowledge and application of growth and development of school-age children
 
Maintain appropriate student records and continuous measurement data on student progress
 
Demonstrate knowledge and skill in organizing and maintaining the educational setting
 
Conduct conferences with parents to report student progress toward meeting IEP goals and objectives, and progress in core content areas
 
Communicate and interpret the school program to parents and patrons
 
Work cooperatively with staff members
 
Ability to supervise instructional assistants
 
Demonstrate skills in using group process
 
Demonstrate skill in collaboration and co-teaching
 
Cooperate as a team member in staffing, diagnosis, and least restrictive placement of disabled students
 
Demonstrate personal traits which make him/her a good role model for students
 
Demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching and learning
 
Demonstrate a willingness to accept both routine and special tasks
 
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
 
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
A valid Washington State teaching certificate with Special Education Endorsement
 
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in curriculum and instructional techniques
 
Demonstrated academic preparation and/or experience in special education
 
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in educational technology and the ability to integrate technology into instruction
 
Demonstrated willingness and ability to work cooperatively with administration, parents and staff
 
Demonstrated skills in diagnostic testing and remediation of learning problems
 
Demonstrated expertise and/or experience in behavior management
 
Demonstrated willingness and ability to work effectively with students and parents
 
Demonstrated ability to adapt curriculum to students' interests and learning styles
 
Demonstrated successful experience working with disabled students of various ages/levels
 
Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students
 
Bilingual or multilingual desired
 
Knowledge of essential learnings and ability to integrate them into the classroom
 
Ability to use a variety of assessment strategies, including preparing students for state required testing
 
Demonstrated desire to continue professional growth
 
Demonstrated ability to work as a team member
 
Ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures
 
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Fulfill all other responsibilities as assigned

REPORTS TO:
School Principal or Designee/Director of Special Programs

BARGAINING UNIT AFFILIATION:
Per negotiated agreement between the Kelso School District and the Kelso Education Association; Salary Schedule 

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and 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 listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy.  Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. 

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360.501.1905 

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360-501-1800.
 
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