Transition To Kindergarten Teacher

Job Title:

Transition to Kindergarten Teacher

Closing Date:

When filled

Job Number:

24-24-25

Start Date:

August 22, 2024

Location:

Sultan School District

Contract:

2024-2025 School Year

Opening Date:

July 1, 2024

Salary:

SEA Contract base salary ranges from $67,773.00 to $133,317 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 https://sultan.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/index.aspx 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 Crystal Plotkin in Human Resources, 360-793-9800, 514 4th Street, Sultan, WA 98294

The Elementary Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classroom teacher will provide an educational program and environment which promotes learning and personal growth for transitional kindergarten students . The program serves children (4-5 years old) that are not currently enrolled in an early learning program. The TK teacher provides an age appropriate educational program for students transitioning into kindergarten.

The classroom teacher will create a program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth of stu-dents which facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in life, and establish good relationships and rapport with students, parents, and staff members. The teacher will document student progress, activities, and outcomes; address specific educational needs of students; and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals. The teacher will maintain professional competence through in-service education, coursework, and professional growth activities.

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.

• Provides developmentally appropriate learning experiences for students to assist them in transitioning to kindergarten.

• Cause successful learning.

• Cause greater interest in students of subjects being taught

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

• Align all classroom instruction with current state standards for grade and subject matter

• Prepare lessons that reflect adaptation for individual student differences (differentiation).

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

• Provide various learning approaches for meaningful learning experiences.

• Use effective instructional methods and strategies from scientifically-based research to strengthen core academic subjects and issues.

• 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.

• Cooperate and collaborate especially through PLCs 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 learning.

• Provide students with opportunities to become technologically competent.

• Develop formative and summative assessment tools that evaluate students by the same standards to measure student learning.

• Teach students to use reflection and goal setting.

• Support students in the planning and assessment of their learning.

• Establish classroom standards for students to use appropriate learning behavior and self-management skills

• Create a positive, safe and supportive learning environment.

• Provide cultural awareness and sensitivity opportunities.

• Provide students with opportunities to work in collaboration with others.

• Connect extended content learning opportunities into life experiences.

• Partnership with parents and families in student learning.

• 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.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful teaching experience at the elementary level, primary preferred

• Ability to plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instructional program for TK students

• Experience teaching guided reading and guided math desired

• Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of elementary level students, especially TK students.

• Skills and knowledge necessary to provide targeted academic interventions.

• Evidence of strong classroom management skills.

• Evidence of strong instructional skills.

• Ability to communicate appropriately with students, parents and staff.

• Ability to demonstrate a knowledge in and application of instructional strategies: cooperative learning, purposeful play, team teaching and more.

• Experience/training integrating students with special needs 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.

• Evidence of leadership, positive human relations and organizational skills.

• Be informed, well read on updated research regarding Education Reform.

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, FORMAL TRAINING:

• Valid Washington State Teacher Certificate with appropriate endorsement preferred

• 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."