Certificated

Application Procedures

Current employees should submit a letter indicating interest in the position, why you are applying for this position, and how you meet the requirements directly to the HR Department. Current employees do not need to submit the information listed below.

For external applicants, our Certificated Application procedures are as follows:

1.Complete the online application.

2.Submit a resume

3.Submit a copy of your teaching certificate.

4.Submit a copy of your transcript(s)

5.Submit a minimum of three (3) letters of recommendations

6.Submit a letter of intent stating your interest in that particular position and why you are qualified for that position.

Be prepared to provide email addresses for at least 2 professional references.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Tina Bustad, Human Resources Officer, at 360-654-2071.

Conditions of Employment

• Can you, after an employment offer is made, submit verification of your right to work in the United States?

• Washington State Law requires that any person hired by a school district must be fingerprinted for a state and a national background check. Receipt of the clearance is a requirement for employment. Are you willing to submit to a criminal history background check? The record check shall include a fingerprint check with the cost, currently $50.00, borne by the employee.

• Authorize Lakewood School District to make any investigation of my personal, educational, vocational, or employment history. I further authorize any former employer, person, firm, corporation, educational or vocational institution, or government agency to provide the Lakewood School District with information they have regarding me. I hereby release and discharge the Lakewood School District and those who provide information from any and all liability as a result of furnishing, receiving, or using this information.

• In the event of employment, I understand that if I provide false or misleading information, including omissions in my application or interview(s), I will be subject to dismissal at any time during my period of employment with the Lakewood School District. I will provide verification of my certification, education, and experience. I understand also that any offer of employment that may be made to me is conditional and subject to verification of all required endorsements, certifications and/or documents and acceptable outcome of a criminal history background information check. Employment is subject to final approval of the Lakewood School District's Board of Directors. I also agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the Lakewood School District. I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

General Questions

• Do you want to be considered for part-time positions?
• Do you want to be considered for a job share position?
• Do you want to be considered for temporary (non-continuing contract) positions?
• Are you interested in on-call substituting?
• Elementary

• Please indicate classroom teaching grade level(s) and/or other K-5 specialty area(s) for which you are seeking employment:

• Indicate area(s) of interest/experience
• P-12 Special Education

• Please indicate area(s) for which you are seeking employment

• K-12 Specialist

• Secondary

• Please indicate the subject(s) for which you are seeking employment

• Activities

• Please indicate those special activities you would like to direct or coach:

Job Qualifications

Essential Functions:

• Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans an instructional program designed to meet individual/collective student needs; prepares lesson plans; adapts and modifies programs and plans as necessary.

• Ability to work with a diverse student population within the classroom and within the individual building settingmust possess strong listening and problem-solving skills; demonstrate excellent classroom management skills and communicate effectively and clearly with others.

• Uses necessary and appropriate District instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved; implements established program or curriculum objectives; attends in-service training and continues to improve professional growth through study and experimentation to remain current in methods and techniques.

• Establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; provides guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct; makes referrals for assistance where appropriate.

• Confers with students, parents or guardians, specialists, and other staff; maintains an open, positive relationship as appropriate to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement; works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents or guardians concerning both academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.

• Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.

• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Subject areas appropriate to assignment; effective behavior management techniques; effective instructional techniques; rules and procedures for student safety

• Implicit bias, culturally responsive teaching, and anti-racist practices

• Trauma-informed practices

• Whole child social, emotional, and behavioral support at Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3

• Child development and learning styles

• Racial equity work and culturally responsive instruction

• State content standards and district curricular materials

• District policies and state and federal laws related to confidentiality, school records, mandated reporting, family law, truancy, homeless, and foster youth

Ability to:

• Provide differentiated, small group enrichment/acceleration

• Identify advocacy needs within the school community and take initiative in action with an equity and social justice lens

• Maintain accurate records and produce reports. Analyze and interpret data to assess needs, implement change, and inform plan of intervention with supports and resources

• Reflect on one's practices and learning needs

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing: listen non-judgmentally and clearly convey information

• Prioritize in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands

• Establish and maintain effective and positive relationships with students, parents/guardians, district administrators and staff, community agency representatives, and the public in a multicultural and diverse environment

• Adapt to change and remain flexible

• Apply and effectively use a variety of evidence-based practices

• Work cooperatively in a team with staff, administrators, and support personnel with a whole-child approach

• Maintain high ethical standards

• Demonstrate ability to remain calm in escalated or stressful situations

• Interact in a warm and understanding manner with students with special needs

• Know and follow health, safety, and emergency procedures of the district

Skill in:

• Developing collaborative working relationships

• Clear and effective oral and written communication

• Organization and time management

• Conflict resolution and crisis management

• Microsoft and other basic technology programs

• Application of anti-racist and racial equity practices

• Delivering services using an equity and inclusion lens

Benefits

For eligible positions a competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical Plans

• Dental Plans

• Vision Plans

• Washington State Retirement

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Long-term disability Insurance

• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement

• Dependent Care Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off

Attachments

Letter of Interest #1*

Resume #1*

Recommendation Letter #1*

Recommendation Letter #2*

Recommendation Letter #3*

WA Certificate #1*

WA Certificate #2

Copy of Transcripts #1*

Copy of Transcripts #2

Copy of Transcripts #3

References

Certificated: 2 of 9 external references required.