Location

Whatcom Discovery
5275 Northwest Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226

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Position Summary

The NWESD aspires to be a racially and culturally inclusive staff that reflects the diversity of those we serve. We believe this strengthens our organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches staff engagement.

The Special Education Teacher develops and implements individualized educational programs, which address the educational needs of elementary and secondary-age students with severe behavioral disabilities or the remediation of social/emotional, educational, and prevocational/vocational skill deficits for a group of at-risk students in an alternative setting.

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and teacher preparation program; Special Education endorsement or willingness to obtain. Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain. WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted which provides the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Holders of standard/continuing teaching certificates (issued prior to 8/31/87) which are unendorsable, need to include copies of official transcripts highlighting the 24 quarter hours of special education course work.

Employment Conditions and Benefits

7.5 hours per day, Monday-Friday. Approximate start date is ASAP. This is a leave replacement through December 18, 2026. The Salary and FTE will be pro-rated. This position is open to internal applicants only. Current employees who are already eligible for retirement will remain retirement-eligible. Current part time or substitute employees could become retirement eligible depending on hours worked.

Benefits Include: Paid Leave - One sick day per month, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave; Employee Assistance Program; and professional development opportunities.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Work is performed in an educational center for special needs students. Travel may be required on occasion. Must be physically capable of performing de-escalation techniques. Lifts and carries a maximum of 40 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Hazards: Due to the nature of the population of the school, hazards include but are not limited to exposure to weapons, threats, verbal abuse, hitting, fighting, throwing of objects, etc.

Salary Range

$16,997.55 - $32,038.73

How to Apply

Submit a complete application at nwesd.org/jobs. Applications for this position must include:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Copies of Transcripts (Official or Unofficial)
• Copy of Valid WA State Teaching Certificate
• Other documents may be included at your discretion.

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