Our District:

The Sultan School District is one of the larger geographical school districts in the Puget Sound area, consisting of approximately 325 square miles. Sultan School District has approximately 2,000 students enrolled K-12. Students are currently served by two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and an alternative high school; and the Sno-Isle Skills Center, a cooperative vocational technical school.

Our Community:

Located northeast of Seattle (seven miles east of Monroe) or about 20 minutes from the Woodinville area, Sultan is surrounded by a beautiful environmental setting. Our “backyard” is the scenic Skykomish River and Cascade Mountains. Sultan School District includes the community of Sultan, Startup, and Gold Bar. Students from Index attend Sultan High School.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants should apply through our web-based application program and upload the required supporting documents at https://sultan.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/index.aspx Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following documents:

• A letter of application addressing the qualifications and requirements of the position
• A current resume
• Three or more letters of recommendation (including current or former supervisors)
• Three confidential reference forms which will be completed electronically by your references
• Unofficial copy of transcripts
• Copy of Washington State Certificate
• Note: Current district employees need to submit only a letter of application on-line using the internal application process.
• Questions? Contact Crystal Plotkin in Human Resources, 360-793-9800, 514 4th Street, Sultan, WA 98294

Sultan Middle School is seeking applicants for a 6-8 grade CTE Family and Consumer Science teaching position. The successful applicant will train students to manage a home.. Topics include: nutrition, menu planning food preparation, clothing care and construction, money management, grooming, relationships, health, time management, consumer awareness and child development. We are looking for a teacher who is devoted to students and committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth. The successful candidate will work with a dedicated staff committed to meeting the needs of all students in a team management and shared decision-making environment.

The classroom teacher will create a program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth of students which facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in life, and establish good relationships and rapport with students, parents, and staff members. The teacher will document student progress, activities, and outcomes; address specific educational needs of students; and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals. The teacher will maintain professional competence through in-service education, coursework, and professional growth activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

These statements are intended to describe the major purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Sultan School District’s Strategic Plan supports the Nine Characteristics of High Performing Schools and the instructional framework is the 5 Dimensions of Teaching and Learning.

• Plan, develop and implement a course of instruction in Family and Consumer Science designed to achieve District and State Standards.
• Demonstrated interest, commitment, and ability to work with students at the secondary level.
• Partner with Special Education staff to provide specially designed instruction in a project-based learning environment.
• Cause successful learning.
• Promote interest in Family and Consumer Science.
• Promote academic confidence in students.
• Assure that classroom practices align with WA State and district requirements.
• Prepare lessons that reflect adaptation for individual student differences (differentiation).
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Provide various learning approaches for meaningful learning experiences
• Work collaboratively with other staff to strengthen core academics by implementing the CCSS, AVID, SEL, MTSS, UDL and other high leverage instructional strategies.
• Teach, measure and support 21st Century Skills.
• Use measurable goals and data driven results for continuous progress toward a competent student body.
• Maintain positive rapport with students, parents and staff.
• Cooperate with other members of the staff and participate in the continuous improvement process in accordance with district requirements.
• Use preparation/planning time to include participating as a team member (grade level, department, building, etc.) in the continuous improvement process.
• Provide opportunities for students to take ownership of their learning.
• Provide students with opportunities to become technologically competent.
• Provide instruction in Family and Consumer Science skills necessary to lead to success on district, state and national assessments.
• Develop assessment tools that evaluate students by the same standards to measure student learning.
• Teach students to use reflection and goal setting.
• Support students in the planning and assessment of their learning.
• Learn and plan to implement standards based grading practices.
• Establish classroom standards for students to use appropriate learning behavior.
• Create a positive, safe and supportive learning environment.
• Provide cultural awareness and sensitivity opportunities.
• Train students to use self-management skills.
• Provide students with opportunities to work in collaboration with others.
• Connect extended content learning opportunities into life experiences.
• Partnership with parents and families in student learning,
• Remain current in subject area(s).
• Is a reflective practitioner.
• Use professional growth plan.
• Participate in continuous refinement of the instructional program and the overall learning environment.
• Work in collaboration with other professionals and community partners.
• Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other document required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on committees as required.

POSITION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful teaching experience at the secondary level.
• Evidence of strong classroom management skills.
• Evidence of strong instructional skills and commitment to excellence in education.
• Experience/training integrating special needs students in the regular setting.
• Training/experience integrating technology into the curriculum.
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate curriculum.
• Evidence of leadership, positive human relations and organizational skills.
• Willingness to direct or assist in extra-curricular activities.
• Awareness and understanding of the Common Core State Standards, and 21st Century Skills.
• Willingness to work as a member of the educational team.
• Ability to communicate appropriately with students, parents and staff.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge in an application of research-based best practices.

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, FORMAL TRAINING:

• Valid Washington State Teacher Certificate with appropriate endorsement for position.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance
• I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act

BENEFITS OFFERED: For eligible positions, the district offers a competitive benefits package including Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB), a Washington state retirement package, paid time off including sick leave, holidays, personal days, and bereavement leave. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

* Medical plans with prescription benefits * Long-term disability insurance

* Dental plans * Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement

* Vision plans * Dependent Care Assistance Program

CONDITIONS: EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION. The preceding lists of positions functions, qualifications and requirements are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:

The recommended applicant, if not a current employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check

Pursuant to Chapter 43.43, Washington Laws of 1990, the recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he/she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol.

The Sultan School District #311 is an equal opportunity employer. The district complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District Title IX Officer and/or Section 504 Coordinator, 514 4th ST, Sultan, WA 98294. Federal/State Criminal History Background Clearance will be required at applicant’s expense (employment status contingent on verification). The Sultan School District requires any employee hired in a position requiring a CDL to undergo a drug test as part of the employment process. Satisfactory completion of such a test is a condition

of employment.

Applicants are hereby notified that the Sultan School District is a weapon and drug-free work environment.

“Working collaboratively to achieve excellence for all students.”

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