K-5 Learning Assistance Program (LAP) Teacher- Leave Replacement FWE #1603

Position Info:

• Current District Employees must apply within 5 days of the position posting date or the position will remain open until filled.

• Salary listed is based on a 1.0 FTE assignment and will be adjusted according to actual FTE worked.

Job Info:

• This is a long-term leave replacement position beginningon 2/23/2026- 5/15/2026.

Benefit Info:

• Benefits offered: Sick personal bereavement leave Health Reimbursement Arrangement (VEBA) Employee Assistance Program Stipends based on position per CBA Enrichment Stipend-$1968-$4062. *Optional Benefits: Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance Deferred compensation Annuities (403(b) Roth) Medical flexible spending arrangement Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement Dependent care assistance program

TITLE Learning Assistance Program (LAP)

REPORTS TO Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY

Teacher for reading and math intervention for students in grades K-5. This position requires the employee to identify screen and provide reading reading readiness and math intervention services to eligible students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate
• Experience providing small group intervention in reading math and reading readiness
• Training or experience with the Washington State K-12 Reading Model including the five essential components of reading
• Training or experience working with academically at risk and culturally and linguistically diverse students and families
• Preferential consideration given to those fluent in Spanish
• Such other qualifications as the Board and Superintendent may find appropriate
• Current valid CPR and First Aid may be required for the position

Special Requirements

• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
• I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
• HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date District provided)
• Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date District provided)

Knowledge:

• Common Core State Standards Smarter Balanced and Measurement of Student Progress
• Current intervention strategies such as small group instruction differentiation sheltered instruction etc.
• Training and supervision of paraeducators

Skills and Abilities:

• Provide small group intervention in reading reading readiness and math
• Communicate and collaborate with classroom teachers regularly and participate on building teams and/or committees.
• Use research-based instructional strategies for intervention
• Provide classroom teachers and paraeducators with support and appropriate intervention strategies to use in the general education classroom.
• Observe district assessment schedule and provide Curriculum and Instruction department with updated student information and assessment data as requested
• Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
• Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
• Adhere to federal state and district regulations policies and practices
• Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse harassment intimidation bullying fights substance abuse etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The list of position responsibilities are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

1. Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement
   • Establish a culture for learning
   • Communicate with students
   • Engage students in learning

1. Demonstrate effective teaching practices
   • Use questioning and discussion techniques
   • Reflect on teaching

1. Recognize individual student learning needs and developing strategies to address those needs
   • Demonstrate knowledge of students
   • Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
   • Establish student growth goals
   • Achieve student growth goals

1. Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum
   • Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy
   • Set instructional outcomes
   • Demonstrate knowledge of resources
   • Design coherent instruction

1. Foster and manage a safe positive learning environment
   • Create an environment of respect and rapport
   • Manage classroom procedures
   • Manage student behavior
   • Organize physical space

1. Use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning
   • Design student assessments
   • Use assessment in instruction
   • Maintain accurate records

1. Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community
   • Communicate with families

1. Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning
   • Participate in a professional community
   • Grow and develop professionally
   • Show professionalism

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job and may be supplemented as necessary.

This position involves sitting a portion of the time but does require walking and standing for extended periods. This position requires accurate perception of sound near and far vision depth perception; handling and working with educational and psychological materials; and providing highly technical oral and written information and reports. The job is performed with the majority of time spent indoors and under minimal temperature variations; a portion of the day will be time spent outdoors and is subject to a variety of changing weather conditions and potentially uneven/slippery surfaces.

This position may require the employee to exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects. This position may also require with assistance lifting carrying and supporting a student up to 150 pounds.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

This position is that of Learning Assistance Program (LAP) K-5 Teacher and is represented by the Monroe Education Association collective bargaining unit. The position will work a schedule in coordination with the District student calendar. Salary and benefits as determined by the current collective bargaining agreement. Employee is required to complete all mandatory district trainings.

EVALUATION PROCEDURES

The classroom teacher shall be evaluated by the Building Principal according to currently established district procedures and evaluation criteria. The process shall include an evaluation of the employees performance of the above position responsibilities.

Created: October 2017

Required Experience:

IC