1.0 FTE - 036-2026 posting ID

Washougal School District

Posting for the 2026-27 School Year

Position Type: Certificated, continuing contract after required provisional status

Position Title:  1.0 FTE Spanish Dual Language 3rd Grade Classroom Teacher

Position Location: Hathaway Elementary 

Position Posting: 036-2026

Position Begins: August 24, 2026

Salary: $66,137 to $124,653 Based on 2025-26 salary schedule and placement is based upon education and experience

POSTED: June 23, 2026, open until filled, initial review begins on June 28th, 2026

Anticipated open to public

5 days per week

184 days/180 student attendance (per District calendar)

District salary schedule

Internal Posting Timeframe for WAE members: Closes at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2026

Purpose

At Washougal School District, we are guided by our 2026-2031 Strategic Plan to grow, enrich, and inspire the future. Our mission is to work together to develop responsible, collaborative, continuous learners who positively impact their community.  We are seeking highly qualified educators and staff who value inclusive classrooms and are responsive to the needs of all students and families. We celebrate the diversity of our community and invite candidates from all backgrounds to join us in this work.

Required Endorsements: WA State Teaching Certificate with appropriate elementary education (K-8) and spanish endorsement (or ability to obtain); multiple subjects endorsment areas such as English as a Second Language (ESL), English Language Learner (ELL), or Bilingual Education endorsement strongly encouraged

Essential Functions

A classroom teacher:

• Provides a bilingual instructional program geared to meet the individual needs of students at their instructional level and makes modifications when necessary
• Teaches elementary content with a high degree of skill which may include an assignment to a combination grade-level classroom
• Designs learning experiences and assessments that allow students to demonstrate applied skills in Spanish and English
• Provides a positive environment to celebrate and promote multiculturalism and global competence
• Quickly learns and infuses emerging technologies into teaching, learning, and assessment
• Works as an enthusiastic part of a learning-centered environment believing that each student can learn
• Works collaboratively within the professional learning community to improve instruction, learning, and assessment
• Maintains effective, positive classroom management
• Provides a safe environment and handles discipline in a positive manner
• Actively engage students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities
• Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Collective Bargaining Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for the assignment
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning;
• Advanced level proficiency in Spanish language on ACTFL written and oral assessments
• English as a Second Language (ESL), English Language Learner (ELL), or Bilingual Education endorsement, preferred
• Ability to collaborate in the development, articulation, implementation and stewardship of a K-12 Spanish language learning program
• Knowledge of instructional practices for Teaching for Biliteracy in Spanish and English
• Successful teaching experience in elementary grades, preferred
• Successful experience teaching across diverse populations, preferred
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment in a program focused on improving student learning
• Ability to communicate professionally, positively, and respectfully with students, parents, staff, and community members
• Demonstrates curiosity and a passion for bilingual learning and believes that learning is a social endeavor
• Familiarity with a wide variety of teaching techniques which are used to maximize student learning
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to provide an instructional program for students geared to meet their individual needs at their instructional level
• Willingness and desire to assist a teaching team in implementing an interdisciplinary instructional program
• Ability to work in a semi-open or self-contained classroom
• Willingness and desire to collaborate with a professional learning community
• Willingness to participate in professional development opportunities aligned with school and district initiatives
• Willingness to communicate in a positive manner with parents
• Willingness to work closely with instructional committees to research, plan, and implement innovative ways to improve student learning
• Knowledge of, or experience with, a variety of teaching approaches and content knowledge, i.e. culturally relevant teaching, trauma informed practices, social emotional learning, developing bilingualism, differentiated instruction, formative assessment, math learning progressions etc.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
• Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning, and instructional tool
• Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives

Education: Bachelor’s degree in job related area

Certificates & Licenses

WA State Teaching Certificate with appropriate elementary education (K-8) and spanish endorsement (or ability to obtain); multiple subjects endorsment areas such as English as a Second Language (ESL), English Language Learner (ELL), or Bilingual Education endorsement strongly encouraged

Valid First Aid Certificate

Clearances

WSP/FBI Background Clearance

WA State Sexual Misconduct Inquiry

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Washougal School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs.  The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Compliance Officer: Brian Wilde (360) 954-3104

ADA Compliance Officer: Connor McCroskey (360) 954-3021

Section 504 Coordinator:  Connor McCroskey (360) 954-3021

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 28A.640 & ADA compliance officer and Section 504 coordinator.