| Location | Port Angeles, WA |
| Salary | $59,345–$117,051 Per Year |
Michelle Olsen Superintendent Rhonda Kromm Assistant Superintendent Michaela Clancy Director Special Services Scott Harker Director Human Resources Greg Geyer Director Business Operations 905 West 9th Street Port Angeles, Washington 98363 v 360 ·457·8575 f 360·457·4649 www.portangelesschools.org Board of Directors • Kirsten Williams • Nancy Hamilton • Stan Williams • Sandy Long •Ned Hammar PORT ANGELES SCHOOL DISTRICT MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER INCLUSION AND UDL SPECIALIST - STEVENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Position Overview Stevens Middle School is seeking a collaborative, innovative educator to serve as an Inclusion and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Specialist. This position will support staff and students in recognizing and responding to adolescent learner variability by strengthening inclusive instructional practices, promoting co- teaching strategies, and increasing accessibility across content-area general education classrooms (grades 7- 8). The Inclusion & UDL Specialist will partner with secondary content teachers to identify barriers to learning, develop concrete instructional supports, and proactively design multiple access points to rigorous middle school curriculum and instruction. Grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Restorative Practices, Science of Hope, and inclusive practices, this role focuses on building staff capacity to meet diverse adolescent learning needs while maintaining high expectations and fostering independence for all students. Key Responsibilities Departmental & Classroom Collaboration: Partner with general education content-area teachers (Math, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, and Electives) and special education staff to identify learning barriers and implement accessible instructional approaches. UDL Application in Secondary Settings: Support teachers in applying UDL principles to lesson planning, content delivery, classroom environments, and executive function scaffolding tailored for young adolescents. Instructional Tool Development: Develop practical, concrete resources, assistive technology integrations, and instructional supports that address adolescent learner variability, increasing student engagement and access. Pathways to Demonstration: Partner with educators to design and implement individualized plans that provide multiple pathways for middle schoolers to access instruction and demonstrate content mastery. Michelle Olsen Superintendent Rhonda Kromm Assistant Superintendent Michaela Clancy Director Special Services Scott Harker Director Human Resources Greg Geyer Director Business Operations IEP & Accessibility Liaison: Serve as an accessibility liaison for students with IEPs, helping content-area teachers understand identified needs and translate accommodations, modifications, and Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) into general education classrooms. Coaching & Tier 1 Strengthening: Provide coaching, modeling, co-teaching support, and collaborative problem-solving to strengthen inclusive Tier 1 core instruction across middle school grade levels and departments. Targeted Academic & Behavior Support: Provide targeted small-group student instruction or support as needed to address identified academic, executive functioning, behavioral, or social- emotional needs. MTSS & Progress Monitoring: Collaborate with special education staff, content teams, and school Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) teams to align multi-tiered supports, monitor progress, and facilitate smooth elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high school transitions. Data-Driven Practice: Use student assessment data, classroom observations, and student feedback to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional supports and refine practices dynamically. Required Qualifications Valid Washington State teaching certificate. Special Education Endorsement. Experience supporting middle school or secondary students with diverse learning needs in inclusive educational settings. Knowledge of IEP implementation, accommodations, specially designed instruction (SDI), and secondary accessibility practices. Understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), differentiated instruction, executive functioning support, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). Strong collaboration, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills across content departments. Preferred Qualifications Special Education endorsement and relevant middle school content endorsement preferred. Experience coaching or collaborating with secondary educators to improve inclusive instructional and co-teaching practices. Familiarity with restorative practices, adolescent brain development, learner variability, and proactive instructional design. Experience developing accessible instructional materials, digital learning tools, and individualized student supports. Michelle Olsen Superintendent Rhonda Kromm Assistant Superintendent Michaela Clancy Director Special Services Scott Harker Director Human Resources Greg Geyer Director Business Operations Ideal Candidate We are looking for an educator who believes that adolescent learner variability is the norm, not the exception, and who is passionate about creating middle school classrooms where all students can build independence, meaningfully participate, and succeed. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver, skilled secondary collaborator, and reflective practitioner who can translate inclusive educational principles into practical, sustainable classroom supports. Employment Type: On-site working position Physical Requirements: Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods; move around secondary classroom environments. Wages: $59,345 to $117,051 (Depending upon School District Employment experience and placement on the salary schedule). Application Instructions: To apply, visit the Port Angeles School District website. Only complete applications will be considered. For assistance, call HR at (360) 565-3729.