042-2026: Middle School English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher

1.0 FTE - 042-2026 posting ID

Washougal School District

Posting for the 2026-27 School Year

Position Type: Certificated, continuing contract after required provisional status

Position Title: 1.0 FTE Middle School English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher

Position Location: Canyon Creek Middle School

Position Posting: 042-2026

Position Begins: 08/24/2026

Salary: $66,137 to $124,653 (pro-rated based on FTE) Based on 2025-26 salary schedule and placement is based upon education & experience

POSTED: August 9, 2026

Applications due for initial consideration: Open until filled, first review August 12, 2026

Anticipated Open to the Public

5 days per week

184 days/180 student attendance (per District calendar)

District salary schedule

Internal Posting for WAE members closes at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

Purpose

The Washougal School District is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified workforce that appreciates the diversity of our community and is committed to practices that are responsive to the needs of all students and families. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world who understand that students are our future.

Required Endorsements: OSPI/WA state Teaching Certificate with an Elementary Education or Middle Level Humanities or English Language Arts or History/Social Studies endorsement or related subjects

Essential Functions

A classroom teacher:

• Develops and maintains a safe and effective learning environment;
• Plans and implements an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs;
• Evaluates student performance and progress;
• Responsible for collaborating closely with building administrators, educators, support staff, families, and students to establish and implement a tiered framework that uses data to meet the needs of each and every student through academics, behavior, and social-emotional learning (SEL) interventions.
• Nurtures a school environment that celebrates, respects, and values diversity, where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Subscribe to the notion "student success is a teacher's paramount responsibility".
• Uses necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the needs of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved;
• Establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, clear classroom procedures, routines and expectations;
• Provides for the personal and social growth of students;
• Uses necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the needs of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved;
• Makes referrals for assistance where appropriate;
• Participates in team planning focused on instructional practices and student learning;
• Communicates student progress to parents/guardians;
• Maintains appropriate student records;
• Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel;
• Participates in staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional growth;
• Work cooperatively with a building team in planning, supporting and providing instruction, and share with other staff the responsibility for supervision of activities and student behavior outside the regular classroom;
• Demonstrate positive relationship skills with students, families and district staff, maintaining ongoing and open communication;
• Encourage and provide the structure for ongoing, meaningful involvement of families and community members in the classroom and school;
• Use technology to provide challenging instruction to students of all learning levels and;
• Possess knowledge of and adhere to Governing Policies and District Regulations and Procedures.

Other Functions

• Serves on staff committees as needed.
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.

Qualifications

• Must qualify for a valid Washington State teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements as required by law.
• Ability to implement classroom management procedures for large and small groups of students, providing an environment conducive to learning.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and oral form.
• Ability to integrate relevant technology for the purpose of student learning across curricular areas.
• Flexibility and adaptability in varied conditions and settings.
• Ability to assess the needs of students and implement effective lessons to meet those needs through the use of appropriate instructional materials.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students, in a mutually respectful, supportive and accessible manner.
• Ability to relate positively to students and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, learning styles and/or disabilities.
• Ability to process information in order to make sound judgments and decisions.

Education: Bachelor's degree in job related area

Certification: OSPI/WA state Teaching Certificate with an Elementary Education or Middle Level Humanities or English Language Arts or History/Social Studies endorsement or related subjects

FLSA Status Clearances

Exempt WSP/FBI Background Clearance

WA State Sexual Misconduct Inquiry

The Washougal School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Washougal School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide 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. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX/RCW 28A.640 Compliance Officer: Brian Wilde (360) 954-3104, 1201 39th St, Washougal 98671

ADA Compliance Officer: Jill Zahm (360) 954-3021, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal 98671

and Section 504 Coordinator: Jill Zahm (360) 954-3021, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal 98671

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 28A.640 & ADA compliance officer and Section 504 coordinator.