Teacher 1st Grade

Position Summary

The First Grade Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction aligned to district standards and ensuring all students learn at high levels. This position requires a commitment to student achievement collaboration and maintaining a safe structured and engaging classroom environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan deliver and assess instruction aligned with district curriculum and Washington State standards.
• Provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students including those who are at-risk or require additional support.
• Use a variety of assessment tools and data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain clear accurate and timely records of student performance.
• Establish and maintain a classroom environment that is safe respectful and focused on learning.
• Implement effective classroom management practices that support student engagement and behavior expectations.
• Work collaboratively with grade-level teams specialists and support staff to improve student outcomes.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress concerns and successes.
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) staff meetings and required professional development.
• Support school and district initiatives including curriculum implementation and improvement efforts.
• Integrate technology as a tool to enhance instruction and student learning.
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions with students staff and families.
• Follow all district policies and state and federal laws related to education and student supervision.
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Experience working with elementary students preferred.
• Knowledge of elementary instructional practices and child development.
• Ability to use assessment data to drive instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) preferred.
• Experience integrating technology into instruction preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to carry push and pull materials.
• Some climbing stooping kneeling crouching and/or crawling.
• Frequent standing walking and sitting.
• Ability to effectively communicate and perform tasks requiring fine motor skills.

Benefits:

• Paid Timeoff
• WA State Retirement
• Other benefits associated with Eastmont Education Association

Eastmont School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Kayla Brown ; and Section 504 Coordinator Matt Charlton 800 Eastmont Avenue East Wenatchee 98802

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