TEACHER ESY PROGRAM

TEACHER

• ESY PROGRAM South Kitsap School District Office of Special Services
• Port Orchard, Washington This job is also posted in South Kitsap School District Job Details

Job ID:

5729207

Application Deadline:

May 27, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jun 22, 2026 Job Description Teacher

• ESY Program

Reports To:

Executive Director of Special Services

Bargaining Unit:

SKEA

Department:

Office of Special Services Salary Schedule Per Diem Rate

Employment Type:

Certificated Adoption Date

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Updated Date:

April 2024 Hours per

Day:

4.5 Days per

Year:

17 (Duration of ESY) Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations. Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members. Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences. Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Comments:

This is an in-district posting for current South Kitsap School District employees ONLY and is based on enrollment in ESY program. Submit a district voluntary transfer request form to Sadie Hoettel, Employment Services Specialist, in the Human Resources Department by 4:00 pm on posting close date. Employment is dependent on sufficient student enrollment. June 22, 2026

• July 16, 2026, Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m.
• 1:00 p.

m., plus a total of 8.0 additional hours for set-up and wrap-up and will be paid on the August 31, 2026, payroll.

Summary:

This position is part of our program for special needs students supervised by the Office of Special Services for elementary and secondary special needs students from throughout the District.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participates as a team member with responsibility for the education of a group of special needs students. Develops, implements and monitors Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for assigned students; and modifies instructional programs to meet individual student needs. Participates with other staff to cooperatively plan, develop, and implement a course of instruction designed to achieve academic essential required learnings for special needs students in all curriculum areas. Participates with other staff to cooperatively develop effective, positive techniques for improving student behavior. Provides positive assistance and guidance to a diverse population. Maintains student records, including special education reports, daily grades, essential learnings data, cumulative records, orders, and inventory, in a timely and orderly fashion. Reports student progress to parents regularly. Provides instruction to students utilizing a variety of instructional strategies aimed at meeting individual student needs and utilizing appropriate and available resources, including technology. Participates in child guidance discussions to provide appropriate programs for the developmental level of each student, this position works primarily with secondary students. Participates in team and individual instructional planning, which includes writing daily lesson plans. Participates in staff meetings, planning events, IEP and related meetings, and department/special education meetings. Participates in total building program, including assemblies, contests, and other student activities. Works cooperatively with total building staff in an atmosphere of cooperation and collegiality.

Competencies:

Teamwork

• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; Planning/Organizing
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; conserves organizational resources; Computer Skills
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer operating systems; Customer Service
• Maintains professional demeanor when dealing with difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff, student and public needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; Mathematical Skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; Interpersonal Skills
• Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; Oral and Written Communication
• Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively; Professionalism
• Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments; Quality
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality; Safety and Security
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly; Attendance/Punctuality
• Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time; Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate for special education. Candidates must be able to meet the Highly Qualified standards as defined by Washington State in accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (formerly No Child Left Behind Act). Must be flexible, exhibit a commitment to accomplishment, possess outstanding communication and conceptual skills, demonstrate appropriate and positive student relationships, possess a strong professional orientation, and be willing to actively participate in a team environment. Demonstrated successful teaching experience with disabled students preferred primarily at the secondary level. Willingness and ability to utilize a variety of research-based effective instructional strategies, including an emphasis on reading, writing and math skills aimed at assisting special needs students. Strong coursework and background in remedial reading, guided reading, writing and language arts. Demonstrated knowledge of an integrated curriculum and a commitment to broaden knowledge in curriculum methods by participating in classes, workshops, in-services, peer coaching, reading, etc. Demonstrated knowledge of new technology and an ability to incorporate these into instructional programs. Demonstrated compatibility with staff, program, and school goals. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive attitude with students, self, and others.

Other Requirements:

Completed online application (with supporting documents)

PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT APPLICATIONS.

Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting. Your online application and required District Testing (if applicable-see job posting when applying) must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position. If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or skjobs@skschools.org. The South Kitsap School District #402 complies with all state and federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any employment, programs, or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guides or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:

Will Sarett Executive Director of Human Resources 2689 Hoover Ave SE Port Orchard, EA 98366 (360) 874-7071 sarett@skschools.org Section 504

Coordinator:

Cristin Blaskowitz, Director of Special Services 2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-443-3625 blaskowitz@skschools.org

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:

Monica Zuber, Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership 2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-874-7003 zuber@skschools.org South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050. All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status. The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community and staff. Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits. For more information about benefits, please visit SEBB and SEBB Enrollment Guide or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at (360) 874-7028 or payrollstaff@skschools.org.

Position Type:

Part-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required