POSITION OBJECTIVE:
This position is responsible for communicating a clear and shared focus of every child meeting grade level standard in reading, for every subgroup including minority students, those living in poverty, English Language Learners, and Special Education students. Expects all students to learn and sets high expectations to do so. Has in depth knowledge of reading processes, acquisition, assessment, and instruction.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:
The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
Provide Tier II and Tier III instruction in a Response to Intervention model for struggling students K-5- Plan and provide daily focused, research based interventions to students using approved BSD instructional materials
- Conduct assessments as necessary to monitor the learning progress of students by frequently checking for understanding and adjusting accordingly
- Support school wide benchmark assessments and progress monitoring
- Continually analyze student data from multiple sources and use it to inform instructional decisions
- Collaborate and communicate with the classroom teacher to ensure consistency of instruction
- Assist with student placement and flexible grouping decisions based on assessed student needs
- Attend or participate in all required meetings and work collaboratively with colleagues in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional growth
- Confer with students, parents or guardians, and staff in an open and positive manner to provide guidance, evaluation, and encouragement of student achievement
- Assist with the development and execution of parent involvement initiatives
- Maintain lists of students in need of academic support for LAP and Title I records and completes applicable paperwork as needed
- Demonstrate flexibility in dealing with change and be willing to experiment with new instructional strategies and materials
- Assist with professional development for the school staff and provides training in the form of workshops, study groups, etc.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports directly to and is supervised by the Building Administrator
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):
Required:
- Possess or qualify for the immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with an elementary ed (K-8) endorsement
- Has a minimum of three years K-5 teaching experience required, preferably with a variety of grade levels.
- Master’s degree in Education or extensive coursework in reading.
- Experience with a variety of assessment tools.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):
Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate.
KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):
Knowledge of project-based classroom organization.- Commitment to the education profession by evidence of participation in curriculum development, District and building committees, meetings, and projects.
- Knowledge of and ability to implement standards and EALRs
- Training in using appropriate technology for digital media, including Adobe Products, Microsoft Office, blogs, etc.
- Commitment to increasing one’s own knowledge and skills about technology and meaningful integration of technology into instruction
SKILLS (position requirements at entry):
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when needed.- Ability to reflect on own professional practice and make adaptations to improve instruction
- Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
- Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. This position may be exposed to prolonged exposure to visual display terminals as required.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
$ 73,900 to $ 138,754 annual salary (based on the negotiated collective bargaining agreement salary schedule). Certificated staff work the school year contract with placement on the District and BEA bargaining agreement salary schedule. Placement on the schedule is determined by training and experience.
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon .45 FTE. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.
NOTE:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board.
Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination: Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, (425) 456-4040 or [email protected].
Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment: Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, (425) 456-4010 or [email protected].
Disability Discrimination:
Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Kerince Bowen, (425) 456-4168 or [email protected]
Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.
Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the District’s communications to them should contact Janine Thorn, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, at 425-456-4000 or [email protected].
