Announcement #
2026-129
Issue Date:
07-08-26
Closing Date:
07-14-26
Special Education Teacher
Tribal School
Department of Human Services
Hourly Wage: $31.19/Regular/Full-Time
The Special Education Teacher provides engaging and rigorous instruction to students with disabilities and other students who require targeted academic support. The teacher delivers direct instruction in foundational reading, mathematics, study skills, and other intervention courses while promoting inclusive practices and supporting student success in the general education setting.
This position focuses primarily on teaching, intervention, and collaboration. The Special Education Teacher works closely with the special education team and general education staff to ensure students receive appropriate accommodations, modifications, and academic support. While the teacher contributes to progress monitoring and instructional planning, dedicated support is available to assist with Individualized Education Program (IEP) compliance and documentation.
Examples of Work Performed:
Provides specially designed instruction and targeted academic intervention to students with disabilities.
Teaches intervention courses such as Foundations of Reading, Foundations of Mathematics, Study Skills, and academic support classes.
Supports inclusive practices by collaborating with general education teachers and providing push-in and co-teaching support as needed.
Develops and implements accommodations and modifications to ensure students access grade-level curriculum.
Monitors student progress and uses data to adjust instruction.
Communicates regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
Collaborates with counselors, administrators, related service providers, and other staff members.
Assists with special education processes, including progress reporting and implementation of IEP goals.
Maintains professional competence through training and professional development.
Supervises students during classroom and school activities throughout the workday.
Participates in faculty committees and sponsors student activities as assigned.
Works effectively with paraeducators and other staff members.
Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of special education law, procedures, and instructional best practices.
Knowledge of evidence-based interventions in reading, mathematics, and executive functioning.
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of student needs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Effective classroom management skills.
Ability to analyze assessment data and monitor student progress.
Ability to work with and relate to Native American students and serve as a positive role model.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse, multicultural environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to integrate cultural competencies into instruction.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor''s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
Current First Aid/CPR certification.
No history of child abuse or neglect and drug or alcohol abuse.
Required to pass a fingerprint check in accordance with 25 CFR 63.
Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Possess a Valid Washington State Driver''s License a clean driving record and the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving Permit with Defensive Driving Course Certificate (to be updated every 2 years).
Preferred Requirements:
Experience working with students with significant academic skill gaps.
Experience teaching intervention courses in reading and mathematics.
Experience supporting inclusive practices and collaborating with general education staff.
Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.