JOB
Tacoma Public SchoolsExpected Start Date: September 1, 2026FTE: 1.0Hours per day: 7.5Salary Level: Based on preparation level and experience per TEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Range is $71,755 (BA+0 step 1) through $140,729 (MA+90 step 20)Union/Days per year: Teacher, 182 workdays, 10-monthBenefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under the immediate direction and supervision of the assigned Assistant Superintendent, Director or Building Principal, this position provides the necessary leadership in the planning, coordination and implementation of a subject area, special project, or grade level instructional program and performs other duties directly related to this position description. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS1. Plans cooperatively with District or school staff in the design, development and delivery of all assigned projects or programs.2. Facilitates and maintains communication between District, project team, parents and school site(s) staff regarding information about the assigned projects or programs.3. Represents the District, project or program Director and school site(s) as necessary and assists with leadership in the development, implementation and evaluation of the particular assignment.4. Assists with overall responsibility for monitoring program(s) budget and advises designated Supervisor on necessary expenditures.5. Plans and conducts necessary meetings as related to special assignment.6. Responsible for receiving, distributing, and replying to special assignment communications.7. Motivates project/program participants to develop skills and attitudes that foster success.8. Participates with the appropriate District administration to develop the method by which the special assignment is evaluated.9. Serves as a resource person to ensure program goals meet the specialized need of students.10. Identifies, encourages and, when feasible, provides on-site staff development and instructional coaching support to ensure that teachers are knowledgeable about program components and understand the accountability aspects toward a high performing school.11. Assists the teachers in maintaining a classroom atmosphere/environment conducive to learning and highest student achievement.12. Provides instructional support to the school community in the full implementation of the assigned projects or programs13. Keeps abreast of current research applicable to the assigned projects or programs.OTHER JOB DUTIES1. Maintains and updates knowledge and skills required for success in the position by participating in professional development activities, workshops and conferences as needed or as assigned.2. Manages special projects and performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis.3. Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work.CONDITIONSExperiences frequent interruptions; may be required to attend meetings beyond regular work hours; occasionally required to work an extended work day and required to travel to District and community sites; may be required to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.Tacoma Public Schools 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 employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Tiffany Davis-Brantley, 253-571-1252,
[email protected] Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer, 253-571-1191,
[email protected] Coordinator: Elise Friedrich-Nielsen, 253-571-1065,
[email protected] address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357.
