A Director of Instruction works in a public school district to coordinate curriculum and teaching practices. Seeks to unify teaching practices and development a public understanding of the goals of the school, and the appropriate teaching content and methods.
Spokane Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates who are prepared and excited to provide a 21st century learning environment that effectively addresses the emerging necessity of social emotional supports and blending learning strategies ELD Elementary GLAD Teacher on
Specialist Assignment FTE:
1.0
CONTRACT TYPE:
ONE YEAR ONLY ANTICIPATED START DATE
: 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR Benefits•Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays. Most positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements as negotiated.
POSITION REQUIREMENT
: This position requires a Washington State Teaching Certificate with the appropriate Endorsement to teach in the content are of this posting. The Professional Education Standards Board (PESB), can provide additional endorsement requirement information through their site; PESB Course and Endorsement Lookup•Elementary Education endorsement•ELL endorsement•
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Designing a collaboration model with teachers in the field and the Director of ELD and to support ELD curriculum and professional development by leading and delegating the following duties: Facilitate the development, preparation and operation of the Title III-ESD and Refugee Programs. Assist the Director of ELD in implementing and monitoring District ESD and Refugee Education programs. Assist the Director of ELD in planning, writing, and implementing grant proposals related to Title III, TBIP, and RSIG. Provide technical assistance and staff development to ELD teachers and school staff regarding English language development, and instruction of English language learners. Act as an instructional leader in the areas of English language development, education of English language learners and parent involvement. Demonstrate understanding of Title
III, TBIP, RSIG
federal program guidelines and maintain required documentation. Collaborate with Title 1-A in the literacy development for English language learners. Collaborate with District grant programs through institutions of higher education. Assist in curriculum development and reporting activities for the programs. Support family literacy activities and community outreach programs. Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth and development. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction. Assist with planning and facilitating District ESD staff meetings or collaborations. Assist in the preparation of testing and evaluation procedures for ELD and Refugee education. Provide professional development for instructional coaches, teachers, and building administrators. Analyze group testing results and make recommendations for improvement of instructional programs and instructional strategies. Lead Data Driven Dialogue to improve instruction with instructional coaches, teachers, and administrators. Manage, contribute, and serve on committees of districtwide scope. Represent the district as appropriate. Work independently to prioritize and complete assigned tasks. Demonstrate responsiveness and flexibility. Utilize and maintain district/building curricular and student learning goals. Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of ELD. Maintain positive communication with district employees throughout Spokane Public Schools via email and telephone calls. Valid Washington State teaching certificate, master's degree in education or demonstrated experience and professional learning opportunities, with an endorsement in ELD or its equivalent. A minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience in ELD instruction at the elementary or secondary level. Demonstrated understanding of effective leadership and instructional practices which lead to high levels of student engagement and achievement. Demonstrated understanding of socially just practices and strategies which enhance student achievement. Demonstrated ability in utilizing culturally responsive strategies to work effectively with administrators, teachers, and union leaders to improve classroom instruction. Demonstrated ability to foster an environment that focuses on quality results while motivating, developing and supporting a diverse staff, encouraging continuous improvement, and working effectively as a member of a diverse team. Demonstrated success in exercising good judgment, insight, self-awareness, integrity, and cultural responsiveness when interacting with diverse employee groups. Demonstrated strong work ethic and ability to work outside regular office hours as needed to accomplish tasks, provide support to building administrators, provide staff development, or meet with other constituents. Demonstrated commitment and ability to continue one's own lifelong learning, to develop talent and leadership skills in others, to provide critical feedback, and to receive critical feedback in order to maintain high standards for one's self and the organization. The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation, or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons. Demonstrated success incorporating culturally competent strategies and utilizing culturally responsive communication and engagement strategies with all members of the school community. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with the ability to make clear, persuasive, and engaging presentations to diverse groups. Demonstrated strong commitment to the principles of trust, teamwork, accessibility, problem solving and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with diverse instructional, support services and administrative staff, including perceiving the needs and concerns of others; assisting others in resolving conflicts; motivating others; and designing programs to assist others in meeting organizational goals. Ability to reach logical conclusions and make high quality decisions, skilled in identifying educational needs and setting priorities. Knowledge of principal and teacher evaluation and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge in K-12 public schools. Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility and work for change in a positive manner. Possess a sense of vision and projects that sense, involves others in accomplishing goals and solving problems, and interacts with diverse groups successfully. Ability to develop budgets and manage fiscal resources. Required use of personal vehicle and mobile phone.
ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree or equivalent training in one or more of the following: Supervision, language development, curriculum development and multi-cultural education and hold an ESD endorsement. Work Schedule•Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs. Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays•Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement Collective Bargaining Agreements as negotiated.
Benefits Highlights:
The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) administers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington's school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position). Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA). Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program. School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension. Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District's plan manager, OMNI. See more about employee benefits at https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/salaries-and-benefits A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer. The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator:
