CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 317
19710 State Route 534
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
360-445-5785
CERTIFICATED POSITION OPEN
2nd Grade Teacher
The Conway School District is seeking an outstanding qualified candidate for the position of 2nd Grade Teacher. This position will begin in August, 2017
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A valid Washington State Teaching Certificate – K-8.
- Successful teaching experience at Primary level is preferred.
- Reading endorsement is preferred.
- Experience with Daily 5 and Café in the 2nd grade classroom.
- Strong background and experience teaching Math at the primary level.
- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Communication skills in Spanish preferred.
- Commitment to the goals and philosophy of the Conway School District.
- Evidence of commitment to all students’ learning.
- Evidence of strong technology (computer) skills.
- Knowledge of the Washington State Common Core State Standards
- Working knowledge of formative assessment.
- Strong background in communication skills – reading, writing, and speech.
- Knowledge of Special Education Rules preferred.
The Superintendent or her designee may waive any of the above qualifications.
ABILITY TO:
- Adapt teaching and methodology, style, and materials to individual students’ needs.
- Employ multiple instructional strategies.
- Organize, maintain, and manage a clean and safe classroom facility.
- Effectively teach to a widely diverse group of primary students.
- Supervise the work of instructional assistant (paraeducator) if assigned.
- Work in a cooperative environment with staff and community.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Contact the Conway School District (360-445-5785) and request an application packet, or download the application from our website at Interested applicants should:
- Complete the District Application Form and
- Submit a letter of interest and resume`
- Provide contact information for three professional references, including current supervisor
- All application materials should be sent to Chris Pearson, Superintendent. Current employees or substitutes need only submit a letter of interest.
POSITION OPENS:June 14, 2017
POSITION CLOSED: Until Filled (Initial Screening Scheduled for June 26, 2017)
APPLICANT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:
Pursuant to Chapter 486, Laws of 1987, all applicants must complete the disclosure form provided by the district at the time of application.
BACKGROUND CHECK ON RECOMMENDED CANDIDATE:
The district will also make a reference check inquiry on recommended candidates. According to 1992 legislation, ESHB 2581, all school employees with regularly scheduled unsupervised access to children are required to have a criminal background check, which includes fingerprints. Fingerprinting costs are the responsibility of the individual.
IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT REQUIREMENT:
All new employees are required by law to submit documentation to the district proving eligibility to work in the USA by completing employment eligibility from within three (3) days of employment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
All district employees are required to attend an HIV/HBV presentation or supply evidence of a similar course to the district. In addition, all employees are required to attend a Sexual Harassment and safe touching presentation.
Conway School District #317 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 employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Chris Pearson, Superintendent, Conway School District, 19710 State Route 534, Mount Vernon, WA 98274. Phone 360-455-5785