Leave Replacement Special Education Teacher - Sequoia - West Hills STEM (261023003)

This is a leave replacement position for the 2026-2027 school year, expected to run through January 14, 2027 with the possibility of an extension.

This position is 7.5 hours/day with 183 base contract days (180 student days + 3 Professional Development days) and 3 supplemental days. This leave replacement position will be adjusted to reflect the duration stated above.

This posting is open until filled. Guaranteed Consideration Date: November 2, 2026

Our Sequoia program serves students who require significant support in managing their emotions and behaviors. Sequoia teachers partner with Kitsap Mental Health staff within the classroom setting to deliver both academic and social-emotional instruction. Sequoia teachers also partner with General Education teachers to support students in the generalization of skills across the general education classroom and the Sequoia classroom.

BREMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 100-C

JOB DESCRIPTION - SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The classroom teacher will work collaboratively with other building staff members to develop and motivate each student toward an awareness and understanding of the subject matter and/or skills needed to develop into mature, well rounded, responsible young adults. The teacher will establish positive rapport with students and will encourage them to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for future success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide an optimum learning environment for all students
• Participate in, contribute to, and be supportive of group decisions and efforts
• Collaborate with staff and work in teams to provide instruction to students
• Employ a systematic instructional process designed to meet the needs of students in the classroom
• Engage in purposeful, deliberate planning for instruction
• Follow District and State guidelines for essential learning and instructional strategies
• Work cooperatively with administration and staff in problem solving and group process activities
• Model lifelong learning, positive self-esteem, and respect for others
• Set and maintain high personal, professional, and instructional standards for self and students
• Adhere to Washington Code of Professional Conduct
• Perform other related duties as required or requested

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Washington State Special Education Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement - Early Childhood Endorsement Preferred
• Committed to the concept that all students can learn
• Committed to continuous progress and developmentally appropriate practices
• Knowledge of Common Core State Standards, a variety of assessment tools, RTI,
• and the CEL 5D+ Instructional Framework preferred
• Sensitive to and skilled in working with a diverse population
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Skilled in relating well to students, parents, staff, and community
• Genuine desire to work with all students
• Evidence of successful experience in working with students at appropriate grade level and in subject area
• Knowledge of child growth and development needs

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Usual and customary methods requiring the following physical demands; some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and some finger dexterity

March 2017

This position is not eligible for DRS Retirement or SEBB Medical benefits. However, if the selected candidate already qualifies for SEBB Medical benefits through another eligible position or qualifying criteria, those benefits may continue, provided the employee maintains eligibility under SEBB's continuing benefits requirements.