Special Education Teacher - RISE Program

Position Type:

Certificated/Elementary Teacher

Date Posted:

6/2/2026

Location:

Coweeman Middle School

Closing Date:

Until Filled

&nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

1.0 FTE

Coweeman Middle School

Beginning the 2026/27 School Year

Salary: Per KEA Salary Schedule

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE. Paid time off is offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Kelso Education Association found HERE

Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

We are excited to announce that the Kelso School District anticipates hiring an exceptional team member to expand our special education team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Participate in development and implementation of IEPs, FBA's, BIP's, ERP's for special education students

Undertake with the timely submission of IEPs and progress reports

Plan and implement learning activities for students with varied abilities

Organize programs to provide for individual differences

Maintain current Crisis Prevention Institute Training

Evaluate, develop and modify curriculum for individual student needs in general education classroom and in special education

Demonstrate a knowledge of behavior de-escalation technique and positive support plans

Demonstrate skill in preparing special education students to meet the state essential learnings

Demonstrate the ability to relate to all students in a warm, accepting manner

Demonstrate a knowledge and application of growth and development of school-age children

Maintain appropriate student records and continuous measurement data on student progress

Demonstrate knowledge and skill in organizing and maintaining the educational setting

Conduct conferences with parents to report student progress toward meeting IEP goals and objectives, and progress in core content areas

Communicate and interpret the school program to parents and patrons

Work cooperatively with staff members

Ability to supervise instructional assistants

Demonstrate skills in using group process

Demonstrate skill in collaboration and co-teaching

Cooperate as a team member in staffing, diagnosis, and least restrictive placement of disabled students

Demonstrate personal traits which make him/her a good role model for students

Demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching and learning

Demonstrate a willingness to accept both routine and special tasks

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

QUALIFICATIONS:

A valid Washington State teaching certificate with Special Education Endorsement

Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in curriculum and instructional techniques

Demonstrated academic preparation and/or experience in special education

Demonstrated knowledge and skills in educational technology and the ability to integrate technology into instruction

Demonstrated willingness and ability to work cooperatively with administration, parents and staff

Demonstrated skills in diagnostic testing and remediation of learning problems

Demonstrated expertise and/or experience in behavior management

Demonstrated willingness and ability to work effectively with students and parents

Demonstrated ability to adapt curriculum to students' interests and learning styles

Demonstrated successful experience working with disabled students of various ages/levels

Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students

Bilingual or multilingual desired

Knowledge of essential learnings and ability to integrate them into the classroom

Ability to use a variety of assessment strategies, including preparing students for state required testing

Demonstrated desire to continue professional growth

Demonstrated ability to work as a team member

Ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Fulfill all other responsibilities as assigned

REPORTS TO:

School Principal or Designee/Director of Special Programs

BARGAINING UNIT AFFILIATION:

Per negotiated agreement between the Kelso School District and the Kelso Education Association; Salary Schedule

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, 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 listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ...; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ...

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ...; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ....

KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A DRUG AND TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACE