Special Education Teacher, Learning Support

Overview

For the 2025-2026 school year

Part time postion (0.5 FTE)

Posting Period : Open until filled

Fair Labor Standards Act Status : Exempt

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview / selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Qualifications :

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for the assignment
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; Master’s degree preferred
• Successful teaching experience with special education students, preferred
• Ability to coordinate a team consisting of staff assistants and / or community resources
• Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral form
• Possesses enthusiasm toward teaching and student learning
• Experience with employing a precise behavioral management system for students within a positive learning environment
• Ability to assess needs of students, prescribe, and implement effective lessons to meet identifiedneeds
• Experience in writing behavioral objectives based upon students' individual needs
• Experience with employing the procedures of daily continuous measurement for maintaining adequate and current progress records
• Ability to utilize and evaluate interpretive feedback
• Experience in administering and interpreting a wide variety of diagnostic tools relevant to the students to be served
• Familiarization with state standards and testing
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
• Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning and instructional tool
• Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives

Essential Functions :

Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate and acceptable.

SOC Code :

Benefits / Compensation :

Sick Leave : 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).

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