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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING |
Opening Date: May 30, 2008 |
Closing Date: Open Until Filled |
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Job #2008-48
Reading and Literacy Support Teacher(s)
Full- and/or part-time continuing and full- and/or part-time non-continuing leave replacement positions for the 2008-09 school year. Candidates who apply at this time will be considered for additional reading and literacy support teaching positions that may occur during the 2008-09 school year.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: |
- Valid Washington State teaching certificate with preferred endorsement in reading or K-8 Elementary education.
- Experience in intensive reading programs such as Title I, LAP, Reading Recovery, or other reading program(s) preferred.
- Three (3) years of successful literacy teaching experience in grades 1-3 preferred.
- Strong background in academic preparation and experience in reading/literacy instructional strategies at the elementary level.
- Evidence of flexibility and problem solving skills.
- Evidence of strong collaborative and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge.
- Willingness and ability to implement the designed federal or special program.
- Ability to analyze your own instructional practices through regular and ongoing observations and dialogues associated with peer mentoring and coaching.
- Knowledge and experience using technology in the delivery of curriculum and instruction.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: |
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- Demonstrated ability to work with families and to clearly articulate school programs and State of Washington Essential Academic Learning Requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to decision-making in collaboration with administrators,
other staff members, and the parent community.
- Knowledge of and ability to assess, design and deliver effective instruction for diverse learners including English Language Learners [ELL].
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: |
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Applicants are to submit the following: |
- Letter of Application (include job number).
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- Completed Bellingham School District Certificated Application Form and Other Required Supplemental Documents.
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- Transcripts (official or unofficial).
- Placement File (or three letters of recommendation).
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- Copy of current teaching certificate. (Note: Offers of employment may be made prior to receipt of Washington State Teaching Certificate; however, all offers are contingent upon Washington State certification prior to the start of service. Washington State teaching credential information and certification application materials are available through the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at www.k12.wa.us/cert.)
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The Bellingham School District is seeking teacher applicants who have the potential to be leaders and innovative educators. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to deliver instruction based upon best available research and best practices
in teaching and learning.
The District will accept applications from individuals wishing to share a position.
Bellingham School District is an equal opportunity employer. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin,
age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or physical, sensory or mental handicaps, except insofar as such factors are bona fide occupational qualifications.
The District has implemented an affirmative action program and encourages qualified women and minority applicants to apply.
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