Curriculum Specialist jobs in Seattle, WA

The Special Services department is looking for qualified candidates for a full-time Special Services Program Specialist position for the 2022-2023 school year. This is a full-time position with full benefit package. Building administrators will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

Position Summary:
The Special Services Program Specialist will support K – 12 Special Services staff in the identification and implementation of high-leverage, evidence-based instructional strategies, to improve the academic and life skills of students qualifying for special education services. The Special Services Program Specialist will work directly with teachers providing coaching, collaboration and one-on-one support in developing programs and instructional systems for student supports. The Special Services Program Specialist will focus on enhancing the special education and general education teachers’ ability to provide rigorous, relevant instruction to meet the needs of students who qualify for special education services.

Please see attachment for full description.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement or ESA Certificate
• 5 years successful special education experience

Salary:
Paid per teacher salary schedule, plus 21 extra days and a stipend contract.

Application Procedure:
This position is open until filled with first consideration given to applications submitted by May 6, 2022.

Internal Applicants: Complete an online internal application. You will need to include a letter of interest, resume, add two letters of recommendation including one from current administrator. These materials will be uploaded to the application in the supplemental materials section.

External Applicants: Complete an online external application. You will need to include a letter of interest, resume, add two letters of recommendation including one from current administrator. These materials will be uploaded to the application in the supplemental materials section. Applicants will also be asked to provide contact information for three references, including the current or most recent supervisor – these references will be asked to complete a confidential reference survey.

All LWSD employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Failure to submit proof of vaccination or qualify for a reasonable accommodation will result in withdrawal of a job offer.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: All new employees are required by law to submit documentation to Human Resources proving eligibility to work in the USA by completing an employment eligibility form within three days of employment.
Applicant Disclosure Statement: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Laws of 1987, all applicants must complete the disclosure form provided by Human Resources at the time of application.
Background Check on Recommended Candidate: A reference check inquiry will also be made by Human Resources on recommended candidates. According to 1992 legislation ESHB 2518, all school employees with regularly scheduled unsupervised access to children are required to have a criminal background check, which includes fingerprints.

The Lake Washington School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran, military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
16250 NE 74th Street
Redmond Washington, 98052
(425) 936-1266

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