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Job Description
403-2026: Director of Teaching and Learning (Internal Applicants Only)
WASHOUGAL SCH DIST 112-6
District Office - Washougal, Washington This job is also posted in
WASHOUGAL SCH DIST 112-6
Job Details
Job ID:
5776299
Application Deadline:
Jun 23, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026
Job Description
1.0 FTE - 403-2026 posting ID (Internal Applicants Only)
Washougal School District
Posting for the 2026-27 School Year
Position Type:
Administrator
Position Title:
Director of Teaching and Learning
Position Posting:
June 11, 2026
Applications due for initial consideration: June 23, 2026
Position Begins:
July 1, 2026
Salary:
$160,616.00 - $170,655.00, depending upon experience
Location:
District Office
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.
The Washougal School District is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified workforce that appreciates the diversity of our community and is committed to practices that are responsive to the needs of all students and families. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world who understand that students are our future.
Job Summary:
The Director of Teaching and Learning provides the strategic vision and day-to-day leadership necessary to translate district strategy into operational excellence across all instructional systems. This role is responsible for the design, development, alignment, implementation, and evaluation of the districtwide curriculum, assessment systems, and educational programs. A primary focus is ensuring that instructional staff have the necessary skills, materials, and professional development to enhance student engagement and boost achievement. The Director collaborates across the district to ensure cohesive, consistent, and high-quality teaching and learning practices in every school. The Director of Teaching and Learning reports directly to the Superintendent.
Essential Functions:
Manage the design, alignment, development, adoption, implementation, and evaluation of districtwide curriculum, instruction, and assessment processes across all content areas.
Oversee district assessment systems and support/model effective, data-driven decision-making processes for teachers and administrators.
Seek, research, and implement instructional models and initiatives to improve student learning, working in collaboration with directors, principals, teachers and district partners.
Collect, analyze, and communicate student achievement data districtwide.
Plan, organize, design, and implement districtwide professional development systems and staff training that align with curriculum needs and district goals, incorporating adult learning theory and job-embedded supports.
Directly participate in the planning, organizing, development, and alignment of districtwide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) spanning academic, social, and emotional needs, partnering with Student Support to align intervention systems.
Serve as an instructional resource to principals and teacher leaders.
Coordinate building instructional leadership teams.
Serve as a contributing member of the District's executive team and collaborate across departments to ensure integrated instructional systems and address districtwide initiatives or concerns.
Supervises and evaluates principals, program directors, instructional coaches (math, literacy, MTSS, teacher induction), and relevant district office staff through regular meetings.
Lead by identifying systemic barriers and assisting to create culturally responsive and inclusive systems for each student.
Participate in the recruitment, screening, assignment, evaluation, and training of instructional and related services staff members.
Provide leadership, administrative direction, budget support, and oversight for specific program areas including: Early Learning, Dual Language/Multilingual Learners/English Language Proficiency, Learning Assistance Program, Title, BEST Mentorship program, Library/Media, Fine Arts, and WLA (K-5 and 9-12).
Responsible for OSPI's Program Review and Support (PRS) process each cycle
Responsible for instructional grant applications, compliance, and management through OSPI's EGMS system.
Develop and manage budgets for all assigned areas of responsibility.
Monitor programs and professional development focused on student success and belonging.
Ensure fair and consistent implementation of district policies, regulations, and procedures regarding discipline, promotion, retention, grading, and graduation requirements.
Monitor compliance with school board policies and procedures, assist in the development of required policy changes, and provide districtwide training on mandatory regulations.
Coordinate the dissemination of information, policies, regulations, and reports to school and program administrators, and research/respond to building-based inquiries.
Facilitate, coordinate, and monitor the Instructional Materials Committees and other assigned district committees.
Recognize staff and student activities and achievements.
Demonstrated:
Demonstrates leadership ability.
Demonstrates ability to work with and function as a team member.
Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrates organizational skills and the ability to follow through on tasks.
Demonstrates ability to think critically.
Demonstrates ability to organize and analyze student assessment data.
Demonstrates an ability to effectively implement action steps toward achieving district goals.
Demonstrates ability to coach teachers toward the positive changes needed to educate all students.
Demonstrates expertise and ability to apply the Washington state teaching and learning initiatives to District level decisions.
Demonstrates an understanding of the laws, policies and procedures regarding the operations of schools.
Working Environment:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 30% walking, and 40% standing.
The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
The job often demands working beyond the school day and frequent evening and/or weekend responsibilities.
Experience, Education and Job Requirements
Education:
Master's Degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or a related field (Required)
Certifications:
Valid Washington State Principal's, Program Administrator's, or Superintendent's Certificate, and a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate (Required).
Experience:
Minimum of five (5) years of successful educational leadership experience, including direct classroom teaching and leadership at the school, district, and/or state level.
Instructional Leadership:
Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, educational program management, and Washington State educational mandates, school improvement efforts, and comprehensive assessment systems.
Evaluation Framework (Preferred): Experience with the Washington Professional Growth Evaluation System, specifically utilizing the CEL 5D+ instructional framework.
Relational Skills:
Proven success in building positive, collaborative relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Technology:
Proficiency with a variety of instructional technology applications and administrative systems.
Safety & Clearance:
Current First Aid/CPR Certification and satisfactory Fingerprint/Background clearance (Required). Certificated & License Requirements
Valid Washington State Principal's, Program Administrator's, or Superintendent's Certificate, and a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate (Required)
FLSA Status Exempt Clearances
WSP/FBI Background Clearance
WA State Sexual Misconduct Inquiry
The Washougal School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Nondiscrimination Statement
The Washougal School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal 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
