Special Education Teacher, Integrated Communication and Sensory Program

For the 2026-2027 school yearFull time positionPosting Period: Open until filledFair Labor Standards Act Status: ExemptWe appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.Qualifications:Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for the assignmentBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; Master's degree preferredSpecific training in developmental disabilities to include AutismSuccessful teaching experience with special education students, preferredAbility to develop and implement behavior intervention programsAbility to collaborate and team with other teachers of AutismKnowledge of effective intervention strategies, such as Discrete Trial, Structured Teaching, and Picture Exchange Communication SystemAbility to coordinate a team consisting of staff assistants and/or community resourcesDemonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral formPossesses enthusiasm toward teaching and student learningExperience with employing a precise behavioral management system for students within a positive learning environmentUses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly when problems occur, and helps students toward self-disciplineAbility to assess needs of students, prescribe, and implement effective lessons to meet identified needsExperience in writing behavioral objectives based upon students' individual needsExperience with employing the procedures of daily continuous measurement for maintaining adequate and current progress recordsAbility to utilize and evaluate interpretive feedbackExperience in administering and interpreting a wide variety of diagnostic tools relevant to the students to be servedFamiliarization with state standards and testingAbility to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverseAdvanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning and instructional toolWillingness to participate in professional development opportunities aligned with school and district initiativesEssential Functions:Implements and prepares lesson plansIntegrates technology into planning, learning, and required record-keeping activities including IEPs using IEP OnlineDelivers instruction using the prescribed curriculum and provide for individual differencesImplements effective teaching strategies related to the individualized learning needs and developmental stage of studentsEffectively teaches students of varying abilitiesGains the respect and confidence of students, parents, and staff through modeling appropriate demeanor, behavior, and attireDevelops favorable relationships with students; listens to, cares for, and works collaboratively with themRelates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds; different learning styles, and various disabilitiesUses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly when problems occur, and helps students toward self-disciplineMaintains classroom discipline through use of effective classroom management skillsMaintains appropriate student recordsCommunicates student progress to parents, as directedAbility to supervise paraeducatorsWorks as an effective member of the grade/content area team, staff, and community to evaluate and improve student learningCooperates as a professional team member and perform faculty duties including student supervisionActively engage students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activitiesWorks in a flexible and cooperative mannerTreats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents, and others with dignity and respect at all timesServes as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our studentsMaintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Comprehensive Professional Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirementsSupervision of studentsOther duties as assignedBenefits/Compensation:Salary range: $64,498 - $121,573 (includes Base & TRI enrichment; commensurate upon FTE, degree, credits and experience). Salary schedules can be accessed here.Additional Compensation: Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary range such as, but not limited to TRI professional learning, extended year days, extra appendix E supplemental days and professional development reimbursement. Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found in the VEA CBA. Salary schedules can be accessed here.Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here.Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here.Time Off: Includes paid time off, sick, personal, religious, military and bereavement leave.Sick Leave: 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).Personal Leave: 3 days per school yearDetailed information, including accrual criteria can be found in the VEA CBA.Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate and acceptable.