EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

You are invited to apply to join our dynamic Oak Harbor Public Schools team. Our district is recognized at the state and national levels for its award-winning programs and opportunities for students. The Oak Harbor community offers an outstanding quality of life on beautiful Whidbey Island.

·       Valid Washington State teaching certificate with proper endorsement

·       Bachelor’s degree with specialization in Special Education; Master’s preferred

·       Special Education and/or Early Childhood Education experience preferred

·       Thorough knowledge of applicable Washington State and Federal rules and regulations

·       Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff

·       Ability to evaluate and write IEP’s

·       Familiarity with inclusion/mainstreaming essential

·       Knowledge of Washington State education trends and the use of technology in the classroom

·       Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral challenges

·       Ability to provide a highly structured learning environment and work with a team

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This teacher will provide instruction in an early childhood education classroom for pre-school students with disabilities; assist with behavior plans, accommodations and modifications; and create specially designed instruction plans based on individual student needs.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Terms of employment for a 1.0 FTE certificated staff member during the 2019-2020 school year include a 182-day work year and supplemental pay, which is available after meeting district requirements. Each employee is also eligible to receive twelve sick leave days and three annual leave days. Salary placement is based on the State Salary Schedule. For the 2019-2020 school year, the total compensation ranges from $54,790 for a person with a Bachelor’s degree and no experience to $104,477 for a person with a Master’s degree + 90 credits and 16 years of experience. During the 2018-2019 school year, $843.97 per month is provided to help a full-time employee defray the cost of health premiums that includes mandatory dental, vision, and long term disability insurance; and optional medical, salary, and life insurance. If employed less than full time (1.0 FTE), days, salary, and health premiums are pro-rated based on FTE.

                                                             APPLICATION DEADLINE:    Open Until Filled

                                                          EMPLOYMENT BEGINS:        September 2019

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTION: Selection for interviews will be made on the basis of candidate's completed application materials. Please visit our website and follow the instructions found under the Jobs tab for completing your application online. Only completed applications will be considered. Questions should be addressed to: Email jobs2@ohsd.net or call 360.279.5000.