2026-2027 Elementary Teacher

NAPAVINE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 14 PO BOX 840 NAPAVINE, WA 98565

(360) 262-3303 JOB

DESCRIPTION TITLE

Teacher Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision (min. 630 hrs req); Life/AD&D and LTD insurance; FSA/DCA; Retirement/DCP; EAP; Annual/ Sick leave and Personal leave

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

State Certificate or other legal credential as required Degree and/or coursework in the teaching area Prior experience desirable Current Washington State Patrol Background Check Current Fingerprint Check Must comply with all District rules and regulations Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable Reports to: Building Principal

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Strives to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluates their job performance. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by contract.

EVALUATION

The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy of Professional Personnel and contract. Non-Discrimination Statement The Napavine School District may not discriminate in any programs or activities based on sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, 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 any other youth group listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. Josh Fay (Title IX Officer, jfay@napavineschools.org), Conner Hogue (Elementary Section 504/ADA Coordinator, chogue@napavineschools.org), Tara Deebach (Middle/High School Section 504/AD Coordinator, tdeebach@napavineschools.org), and Shane Schutz (Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, sschutz@napavineschool.org) can be contacted at PO Box 840, Napavine, WA 98565, 360-262-3303. You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the District's Civil Rights Coordinator, Shane Schutz. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of Napavine's nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your School or District office or view it online here: www.napavineschools.org