Secondary Science Teacher 26-27 SY

This job is not a position that is being filled by ESD 112. Candidates for this position will be hired directly by the Toutle Lake School District. If you are interested in ESD 112 positions please contact the ESD 112 HR Coordinator, RaeLynn Forcella at raelynn.forcella@esd112.org.


The Toutle Lake School District is seeking outstanding candidates for a Secondary Science Instructor for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers interested in working with a team of outstanding professionals in a great school program. Candidates should be interested in working with students and enjoy preparing them for success, both inside and outside of the classroom environment.

Reports to: Building Principal
Salary: Per the agreement between the Toutle Lake School District and the Toutle Lake Education Association, current compensation ranges from $55,314 to $112,564, depending on experience and education, increase for the 2026-27 school year TBD.

A complete application will include:

1. Brief Letter of Interest
2. Completed Application
3. Current Resume
4. Placement File
5. Three Letters of Recommendation
6. A copy of you current Washington State Teaching Certificate.

Essential Functions

1. Plan, develop and implement courses of instruction designed to achieve essential learning and exit outcomes.
2. Implement district adopted curriculum.
3. Work cooperatively with administration and staff to develop and implement the instructional program.
4. Provide an effective instructional environment.
5. Maintain appropriate records.
6. Teach the approved curriculum.
7. Keep parents informed through conferences and/or reports of their students' progress.
8. Develop and maintain a flexible, effective classroom learning environment.
9. Work with students, staff, and community patrons in an amicable and productive manner.
10. Provide for the supervision of students in the classroom and on the school premises as required.
11. Work to develop in students a sense of consideration for others and of responsibility for contributing to the benefit of the school.
12. Participate in professional growth opportunities.

Other Functions:

1. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the school administration, including participation in staff meetings, professional development, school events, and student supervision as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A valid Washington State teaching certificate.
2. Bachelor's degree in Science Education, Secondary Education with a Science focus, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Secondary Science Endorsement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Strong understanding of Secondary science curriculum, including earth, life, and physical sciences.
2. Ability to design and implement engaging, hands-on science instruction and laboratory activities.
3. Commitment to fostering scientific inquiry and critical thinking skills in young learners.
4. Demonstrated strong skills and background in current trends, instructional methods and strategies in teaching
   students.
5. Demonstrated strong skills and background in instructional methods including cooperative learning, questioning strategies, and concept development.
6. Demonstrated evidence of effective classroom management skills.
7. Demonstrated evidence of working successfully as part of a team.
8. Knowledge of Common Core Standards and ability to integrate them into the classroom.
9. Demonstrated ability to use formative, summative, and performance assessment strategies.
10. Demonstrated ability to establish individual and subgroup, whole class, and grade-level/content area student growth
    goals.
11. Demonstrated ability to use student growth or achievement data from multiple assessments to show clear evidence of growth for most students.
12. Demonstrated ability to use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning.
13. Demonstrated willingness to work effectively with students, parents and staff.
14. Demonstrated ability to develop and modify instructional programs to meet individual needs.
15. Demonstrated ability to help students apply all core academic concepts to daily living.
16. Demonstrated successful experience working with middle and high school students.
17. Ability to communicate effectively.

Working Conditions:

1. Classroom environment.

Employment Requirements:

1. Clearance of Washington State Patrol and FBI Criminal History Background check.

Toutle Lake School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer