Elementary Summer Learning Certified Special Education Teacher RSD Elementary Summer Learning Program 1- 2 Temporary Summer Positions Open to current Redmond School District staff
Redmond, WA - USA
Job Summary
We are pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for a temporary Special Education Instructor for our RSD Summer Learning Program. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team that supports the efforts of making success possible for all Redmond students.
Timeframe:
- Required teacher professional development and planning includes:
- Four (4) 2.5-hour sessions (dates: May 26 June 2 after 4:00 pm; TBD on remaining 5 hrs)
- One (1) 7-hour session Thursday July 16 (school set up)
- One (1) 4 hr session Friday August 14 (school wrap-up)
- Up to 7 hours of additional individual planning if needed
- Elementary Summer Learning will run FOUR weeks (Monday through Thursday);
- Week 1: July 20-23
- Week 2: July 27-30
- Week 3: August 3-6
- Week 4: August 10-13
- Student hours are tentatively 9:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
- Teacher contract hours are tentatively 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Please note: Prep time during student contact time is not guaranteed daily.
Qualified candidates will have the following minimum qualifications:
- Current Redmond School District Employee
- Valid Special Education teaching license with successful experience supporting elementary students with diverse learning needs.
- Experience teaching K-6th-grade students
- Experience developing and implementing IEP-aligned goals and accommodations
- Strong collaboration skills including co-planning and co-teaching with general education staff and specialists.
- Experience knowledge and understanding of evidence-based literacy practices (Science of Reading)
- A high level of knowledge skills and expertise related to scaffolding learning and instruction meeting the needs of all students
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills to support engagement in a condensed summer setting.
- Demonstrated flexibility and responsiveness to adjust instruction and supports based on student progress and program needs.
- Strong communication skills to effectively partner with families teachers and program staff.
- A high-level understanding of the resources available to support students with diverse learning needs including special education English Language Learners and the effects of poverty
- Success in maintaining organizational systems
Responsibilities Include:
- Attend all 6 required sessions of district professional development and preparation (see Timeframe above for more details)
- Teach four weeks of Summer Learning (see Timeframe above)
- Reviewing student accommodations and goals.
- Communicating and collaborating with program staff to provide appropriate instruction to support student learning.
*Summer Camp Overview:
What is the goal
Support student literacy development and academic growth through engaging enrichment-based learning experiences that accelerate learning and increase readiness for the upcoming school year.
Who is involved
1st-6th grade Classroom Teachers (12-14)
Special Education Teacher(s) (1-2)
Licensed Support Staff -Site Lead (1-2)
PE/Movement/Enrichment Teacher (1-2)
Classified Support Staff (4-8)
Nurse (1)
STEAM Lab Coordinator (0-1)
Community Liaison (0-1)
What is the structure
One RSD elementary campus (TBD) will serve as the Summer Learning site for students across the Redmond School District. Programming is anticipated to include approximately three 1st-grade classes three 2nd-grade classes two 3rd-grade classes two 4th-grade classes two 5th-grade classes and two 6th-grade classes depending on enrollment.
The Summer Learning Program will align with all three goals of the State Summer Learning Grant:
- Advancing academic learning with a primary focus on literacy
- Supporting holistic youth development through enrichment and belonging
- Ensuring equitable access and meaningful family partnerships
What is the schedule of professional development
- Four (4) 2.5-hour sessions (dates: May 26 June 2 after 4:00 pm; TBD on remaining 5 hrs)
- Tentatively: May 26th June 2nd June 9th and June 11th (or one day of planning in June after school has concluded)
- SEVEN hours of building in-service and classroom setup July 16th
- FOUR hours of Summer Learning Closure - classroom pack up August 14
Salary Stipend:
- Summer Camp Instructor Certified Stipend $8000 Gross Pay (before taxes) for up to 140 hrs.
- Final stipend pay will be prorated at a rate of $57.14/hour for absence from the agreed-upon schedule above in the event of an emergency absence
- Final stipend pay will be paid with the completion of duties August 31 2026.
Required Experience:
IC