Teacher - ALE - Leave Replacement

CERTIFIED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job #: 2024-209

Opening Date: January 24, 2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Accepting Applications From: All Interested Applicants

Position:

Alternative Learning Environment (ALE) Teacher– La Conner Schools

Employment Status:

.6 FTE Leave Replacement Non-Continuing Position

Ending 4/4/25 with the possibility of extending to the end of the school year

Salary:

Per adopted Certificated Salary Schedule

Minimum Qualifications:

· Possession of a valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for teaching at the secondary level, ideally in English, Science, or Math

· Experience and/or knowledge of Common Core Standards required

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity

· Outstanding instructional skills; demonstrated belief that all students can learn

· An interest in the total development of students

· High energy level and enthusiasm for teaching and learning

Desired Qualifications:

· Experience with variety of ALE models preferred

· Skilled in creating, implementing, monitoring, and supporting project-based learning cross-disciplinary projects.

· Experience in implementing Mastery-Based Learning and standards-based grading.

· Two years’ successful experience teaching high school students.

· Educational technology literacy and knowledge of computers, computer assisted instruction, and word processing

· Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations

· Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks; maintain records; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and school personnel; work as a team member; and meet schedules and deadlines

· Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and direct support personnel

· Skills in classroom management and organizational techniques

· Adept at building and capitalizing on relationships with local community, business, and service organization members and helping connect students with relevant opportunities and experiences for work-based or internship-based credit.

· Special Ed and/or MLL endorsement desired.

Special Requirements:

· Fingerprints (successful WSP and FBI clearance)

· Valid Washington State Driver’s License and current First Aid/CPR certification

· Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)

· I-9 Employment Eligibility (citizen or legal alien status)

· HIV/HBV Training (district will provide but must be obtained within 60 days of employment)

· Safety Care training completed (district will provide)

· Harassment Prevention Training (district will provide but must be obtained within 60 days of employment

General Job Summary:

The Alternative Learning Environment Teacher is responsible for the design and delivery of Education for students participating in ALE courses at La Conner Schools. Duties include creating, tracking, and reporting on individual learning plans to help students earn high school credit toward graduation; developing and implementing project-based learning units designed to meet student needs and graduation requirements; providing and coordinating out-reach for internships, work-based learning, and other alternative learning opportunities. Maintenance of accurate student education records is essential.

This position is a Leave Replacement role ending 4/4/25 with the possibility of extending to the end of the school year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Comply with existing state and federal laws dealing with alternative learning environment.

• Assess needs of individual students, prescribe individual learning plans, formulate strategies to met those plans and document student progress
• Design, implement, and evaluate additional strategies and programs to enhance student success
• Collaborate with other general and special education teachers and special education para educators to provide supportive assistance for special needs students participating in ALE courses

· Carry out a support role by planning instructional programs for the identified students. Strategies will involve an array of interventions--adaptation of instructional materials, use of appropriate assessment, small group instruction, peer training, school-to-community activities, etc.

• Participate in and contribute to high school staff development as an active member of the high school team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Building Principal and the Director of Special Programs

Major Functions:

· Provide daily lesson plans.

· Secure learning materials appropriate to the needs of students.

· Develop Personalized Learning Plans for each ALE student.

· Maintain a positive classroom environment.

· Communicate with parents via informal contacts, regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences.

· Provide continuous informational feedback to the principal regarding classroom matters.

· Attend staff meetings and serve on high school and other committees as required.

· Participate in the selection of instructional materials.

· Perform other teaching and/or supervising tasks assigned by the principal and/or the director of special programs.

Working Conditions:

Work is typically performed in and around a student learning environment; may be exposed to childhood diseases; may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time; may experience a multitude of demands and changing priorities.

How to Apply:

Please visit the La Conner School District website to apply. Reach out to Laurie Crothers in the HR office with any questions.

Selection Process:

Screening of completed application files will be conducted on or after the screening date. Applications will be screened and candidates selected will be notified of interview and testing appointments if applicable.

La Conner School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee handles questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights, Title IX, and Section 504 Coordinator, David Cram, Deputy Superintendent, Human Resources and Risk Management (360) 466-3171, dcram@lc.k12.wa.us; Address: PO. Box 2103, La Conner, WA 98257.

La Conner School District is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. La Conner School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $36,664.80 - $74,568.00 per year

Expected hours: 21 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• La Conner, WA 98257 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• La Conner, WA 98257: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36,665 - $74,568