Our District:

The Sultan School District is one of the larger geographical school districts in the Puget Sound area, consisting of approximately 325 square miles. Sultan School District has approximately 2,000 students enrolled K-12.  Students are currently served by two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and an alternative high school; and the Sno-Isle Skills Center, a cooperative vocational technical school.

 Our Community:

Located northeast of Seattle (seven miles east of Monroe) or about 20 minutes from the Woodinville area, Sultan is surrounded by a beautiful environmental setting. Our “backyard” is the scenic Skykomish River and Cascade Mountains.  Sultan School District includes the community of Sultan, Startup, and Gold Bar.  Students from Index attend Sultan High School.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants should apply through our web-based application program and upload the required supporting documents at  https://sultan.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/index.aspx Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following documents:

• A letter of application addressing the qualifications and requirements of the position
• A current resume
• Three or more letters of recommendation (including current or former supervisors)
• Three confidential reference forms which will be completed electronically by your references
• Unofficial copy of transcripts
• Copy of Washington State Certificate
• Note: Current district employees need to submit only a letter of application on-line using the internal application process.
• Questions? Contact Crystal Plotkin in Human Resources, 360-793-9800, 514 4th Street, Sultan, WA  98294

Position Description:

The Sultan School District Summer Academy is offering  credit retrieval course through a web-based program called Edgenuity.  It is an individualized self-paced program based on student academic need.  The teacher will collect pre- and post- assessment data to show student growth and improvement on identified skill areas. 

Essential Functions:

These statements are intended to describe the major purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.  The Sultan School District’s Strategic Plan supports the Nine Characteristics of High Performing Schools.

• Cause successful learning.
• Promote academic confidence in students.
• Assure that classroom practices align with district and state requirements.
• Use measurable goals and data driven results for continuous progress toward student learning.
• Maintain positive rapport with students, parents and staff.
• Collaborate with other members of the staff and participate in the continuous improvement process in accordance with district requirements.
• Provide an environment that supports teaching and learning of core standards for all students.
• Provide opportunities for students to take ownership of their learning.
• Provide students with opportunities to become technologically competent.
• Establish classroom standards for students to use appropriate learning behavior.
• Create a positive, safe and supportive learning environment.
• Value creating and sustaining an inclusive and positive classroom culture.
• Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other documentation required.
• Ensure that all students learn and engage at high levels.
• Establish classroom standards for students to use appropriate learning behavior.

Qualifications:

• Current SSD teacher
• Current Washington State Teaching Certificate or ESA Education Certificate
• Evidence of leadership, positive human relations and organization skills.
• Evidence of understanding end-of-year expectations for grades 11-12.
• Evidence of understanding the use of data to drive instruction.
• Ability to demonstrate a knowledge of standards-based assessments, Essential Academic Learning Requirements and the District’s adopted curriculum.
• Ability to plan and implement the District's adopted curriculum.
• Ability individualize instruction to meet student’s needs.
• Successful teaching experience.
• Evidence of strong instructional skills.
• Evidence of strong classroom management skills.
• Training/experience integrating technology into the curriculum

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, FORMAL TRAINING:

• Current Washington State Teaching Certificate
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance
• I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act

BENEFITS OFFERED: For eligible positions, the district offers a competitive benefits package including Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB), a Washington state retirement package, paid time off including sick leave, vacation pay, holidays, personal days, and bereavement leave. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

* Medical plans with prescription benefits * Long-term disability insurance

* Dental plans * Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement

* Vision plans * Dependent Care Assistance Program

CONDITIONS:   EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION.  The preceding lists of positions functions, qualifications and requirements are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:

The recommended applicant, if not a current  employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of  employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check

Pursuant to Chapter 43.43, Washington Laws of 1990, the recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he/she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law.  In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the  Washington State Patrol.

The Sultan School District #311 is an equal opportunity employer.  The district complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap.  Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District Title IX Officer and/or Section 504 Coordinator, 514 4th ST, Sultan, WA  98294. Federal/State Criminal History Background Clearance will be required at applicant’s expense (employment status contingent on verification). The Sultan School District requires any employee hired in a position requiring a CDL to undergo a drug test as part of the employment process. Satisfactory completion of such a test is a condition

of employment.

Applicants are hereby notified that the Sultan School District is a weapon and drug-free work environment.

“Working collaboratively to achieve excellence for all students.”