Developmental Pre-School Teacher (Special Education) FTE

Job Title:

Developmental Pre-School Teacher (Special Education) 0.50 FTE

Closing Date:

Open Until filled

Job Number:

80-25-26

Start Date:

Immediately

Location:

Gold Bar Elementary School

Contract:

2025-2026 School Year

Opening Date:

October 2, 2025

Salary:

SEA Contract (current 24-25 rates are $69,128 to $135,983 DOE)

Our District:

The Sultan School District is one of the larger geographical school districts in the Puget Sound area, consisting of approximately 325 square miles. Sultan School District has approximately 2,000 students enrolled K-12. Students are currently served by two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and an alternative high school; and the Sno-Isle Skills Center, a cooperative vocational technical school.

Our Community:

Located northeast of Seattle (seven miles east of Monroe) or about 20 minutes from the Woodinville area, Sultan is surrounded by a beautiful environmental setting. Our “backyard” is the scenic Skykomish River and Cascade Mountains. Sultan School District includes the community of Sultan, Startup, and Gold Bar. Students from Index attend Sultan High School.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants should apply through our web-based application program and upload the required supporting documents at Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following documents:

A letter of application addressing the qualifications and requirements of the position

A current resume

Three or more letters of recommendation (including current or former supervisors)

Three confidential reference forms which will be completed electronically by your references

Unofficial copy of transcripts

Copy of Washington State Certificate

Note: Current district employees need to submit only a letter of application on-line using the internal application process.

Questions? Contact Paul Douglas,, 514 4th Street, Sultan, WA 98294

Gold Bar Elementary School is seeking applicants for a Developmental Pre-School/Special Education teacher. The successful candidate will provide specially designed developmental instruction and environment for pre-school students. We want teachers who are devoted to students and committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth. The successful candidate will work with a dedicated staff committed to meeting the needs of all students in a team management and shared decision-making environment.

Essential Functions:

These statements are intended to describe the major purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Sultan School District’s Strategic Plan supports the Nine Characteristics of High Performing Schools. The Sultan School District uses professional learning communities to develop essential learnings, learning targets, proficiency rating scales, common formative assessments, summative assessments, etc.

Cause successful learning

Build an academic self-image in students

Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, board policies, and administrative regulations

Assure that classroom practices align with district curriculum and show written evidence of preparation as required

Align all classroom instruction with common core state standards for grade and subject matter

Prepare lessons that reflect adaptation for individual student differences (differentiation) and assist other teachers in preparing such lessons

Provide various learning approaches for meaningful learning experiences for all students at all levels

Use effective instructional methods and strategies from scientifically-based research

Use measurable goals and data driven results for continuous progress to meet proficient levels of achievement on state assessments for all identified groups of students

Collaborate with other members of the staff and participate in the continuous improvement process in accordance with district requirements

Use preparation/planning time to include participating as a team member (grade level, department, building, etc.) in the continuous improvement process

Provide opportunities for students to take ownership of their social and academic learning

Maintain good rapport with students, parents, and staff

Participate and engage in professional learning communities (PLC)

Provide students with opportunities to become technologically competent

Provide instruction in the vocabulary and skills necessary to lead to success on district, state and national assessments

Develop assessment tools that evaluate students by the same standards to measure student learning/growth

Establish classroom standards for students to use appropriate learning behavior

Create a positive, safe and supportive learning environment

Provide cultural awareness and sensitivity opportunities

Train students to use self-management skills

Provide students with opportunities to work in collaboration with others

Utilize inclusive practices to support all learners

Differentiate instruction (product, process, content, practice) to meet the needs of all learners

Connect extended content learning opportunities into life experiences

Partnership with parents and families in student learning

Provide evidence of personal continuous learning and growth in grade level/subject

Remain current in subject area(s)

Is a reflective practitioner

Use professional growth plan

Participate in continuous refinement of the instructional program and the overall learning environment

Work in collaboration with other professionals and community partners

Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other document required

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on committees as required

POSITION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful teaching experience with a wide range of special needs students

Demonstrated interest, commitment, and ability to work with students who have varied remedial academic and/or special education needs

Successful involvement in a professional learning community

Genuine desire to work with special needs students and help them succeed, both academically and socially

Knowledge of autism helpful

Successful teaching experience at the secondary level preferred

Skills and knowledge necessary to provide targeted academic interventions

Evidence of strong classroom management skills

Evidence of strong instructional skills

Evidence of a caring and compassionate skill set for fragile students

Ability to communicate positively and appropriately with students, parents and staff

Knowledge in the creation and execution of IEP related documentation and record keeping

Experience/training integrating special needs students in the regular classroom

Experience involving home and community in the school setting

Training/experience integrating technology into the curriculum

Ability to maintain proper attendance by arriving to work on time on a daily basis

Ability to plan, implement and evaluate curriculum

Ability to assess student learning in a variety of ways

Ability to write IEP's

Knowledge of IEP Online preferred

Evidence of leadership, positive human relations and organizational skills

Successful teaching experience with a wide range of special needs students

Demonstrated interest, commitment, and ability to work with students who have varied remedial academic and/or special education needs

Genuine desire to work with special needs students and help them succeed, both academically and socially

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, FORMAL TRAINING:

Valid Washington State Teacher Certificate with endorsement in Special Education

Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance

I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act

BENEFITS OFFERED: For eligible positions, the district offers a competitive benefits package including Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB), a Washington state retirement package, paid time off including sick leave, holidays, personal days, and bereavement leave. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

* Medical plans with prescription benefits * Long-term disability insurance

* Dental plans * Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement

* Vision plans * Dependent Care Assistance Program

CONDITIONS: EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION. The preceding lists of positions functions, qualifications and requirements are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:

The recommended applicant, if not a current employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check

Pursuant to Chapter 43.43, Washington Laws of 1990, the recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he/she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol.

The Sultan School District #311 is an equal opportunity employer. The district complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District Title IX Officer and/or Section 504 Coordinator, 514 4th ST, Sultan, WA 98294. Federal/State Criminal History Background Clearance will be required at applicant’s expense (employment status contingent on verification). The Sultan School District requires any employee hired in a position requiring a CDL to undergo a drug test as part of the employment process. Satisfactory completion of such a test is a condition of employment. Applicants are hereby notified that the Sultan School District is a weapon and drug-free work environment.

“Working collaboratively to achieve excellence for all students.”