CHOICE Open Doors Teacher 0.5 FTE

An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower!

Posting Information: We are currently hiring for an Open Doors Teacher (0.5 FTE) at CHOICE High School for the 2026-2027 school year. For best consideration, please apply by July 16th, 2026.

Interview Process: If selected for an interview, you will be invited to complete an Asynchronous Virtual Interview, which should be completed within 48 hours of the invitation for best consideration. Candidates chosen for a second round interview will participate in an in-person interview.

Schedule: 0.5 FTE; (3.5 hours per day, 180 days per school year)

Location: CHOICE High School

Salary: $32,332 - $59,516 annually (prorated based on FTE status), depending on experience. The listed salary range is based on the 2025-2026 school year's salary range, and will be updated once 2026-2027 salaries are finalized.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefits: 12 sick leave days of which 6 can be used for personal leave each school year; 5 days bereavement leave per school year; health insurance benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS); other fringe benefits as allowed under the Shelton Education Association (SEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Overview

The Choice High School Open Doors Teacher will support Shelton School District's Strategic Plan and School Improvement Plans through the instruction and reengagement of youth ages 16-21 who have faced educational challenges with a focus on core content areas.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Washington State Teaching Endorsement.
• Ability to pass a Federal Criminal Background check.
• Willingness to actively support Shelton School District's Strategic plan and initiatives.
• Willingness to use District issued unit plans, lesson plans, and approved curriculum.
• Ability to support students with academic planning and goal setting.
• Ability to identify and analyze data to identify student issues, needs, and challenges and take appropriate actions accordingly.
• Ability to act as a systems change agent to improve access, achievement, and opportunities for all students.
• Ability to support the development of a school master schedule.
• Ability to develop and provide social and emotional learning activities for students.
• Ability to serve on the building's leadership team with a focus on solutions to maximize student success.
• Ability to actively support a positive school culture for staff and students.
• Ability to maintain an upbeat, positive, and collaborative demeanor.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional, positive relationships with students, staff, administrators, families, and the community.
• Willingness to participate in school and building events and activities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Ability to incorporate lightheartedness and humor into the workplace.
• Ability to grow in interpersonal and technical skills with the held belief of being a lifelong learner.
• Ability to make independent decisions as well as work collaboratively with other staff, administrators, families, and community members.
• Ability to serve as a think-partner and use critical thinking skills to perform tasks and make decisions.
• Ability to apply policies, procedures, statutes, and regulations accurately.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently perform work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands through organization, attention to detail, and prioritization.
• Ability to admit faults, learn from mistakes, and take calculated risks.
• Ability to work flexible hours and remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations.
• Necessary skills (both technical and interpersonal) to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Functions

• Creates and delivers lesson plans and unit plans in alignment with District approved curriculum following the scope and sequence for math, science, language arts, and social studies).
• Develops and maintains positive, professional relationships with students, other staff, families, and administrators.
• Advises families of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses students for the purpose of providing feedback to students, families, and administration regarding students' progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• Collaborates with other teachers to review data, implement interventions, align their scope and sequence, and improve their instructional practices with a focus on student growth.
• Collaborates with school personnel, families, and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions, and delivering District approved curriculum.
• Directs Para Educators, volunteers, and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Monitors student activities for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g., grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
• Reports incidents as appropriate for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to education code, district, and/or school policies.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g., parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
• Attends meetings and professional development trainings as appropriate or directed.
• Maintains confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Maintains a positive attitude and views students with an asset-based approach.
• Supports the District's strategic plan and the School Improvement Plan.
• Abides by all District Policies and Procedures as well as all applicable statutes and guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.