Chehalis-TOSA Social Emotional Behavior Specialist (Elementary) 2025/26

This posting is for a 1.0 FTE, Social, Emotional/Behavior Specialist Teacher at Orin Smith Elementary/James Lintott Elementary for the 2025-26 school year. Anticipated start date April 13, 2026

For best consideration, please apply by March 26, 2026.

Required Attachments:

• Letter of Interest including how the candidate meets the qualifications
• Resume
• Transcripts
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Valid Washington State Certificate

Position Summary:

The Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) for Social Emotional and Behavioral Support provides targeted support to elementary students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges that interfere with classroom learning and participation. The TOSA works collaboratively with classroom teachers, special education staff, counselors, and administrators to develop and implement strategies that help students build prosocial skills and successfully return to and thrive in the general education environment.

This position focuses on solution-oriented interventions delivered through individual and small-group instruction, coaching, and collaborative problem-solving with staff. The role includes direct behavior support and intervention, data collection, development of behavior plans in partnership with classroom teachers and case managers, and professional development and support for staff. The TOSA supports the development of a positive school climate by modeling effective behavioral practices and helping staff implement proactive supports.

Performance Responsibilities:

Student Support and Intervention:

• Provide direct instruction to students in 1:1 and small group settings to teach social-emotional and behavioral skills.
• Support students experiencing behavioral escalation or difficulty regulating emotions in order to help them de-escalate and successfully return to class.
• Teach and reinforce prosocial behaviors, self-regulation strategies, and problem-solving skills.
• Implement evidence-based social-emotional learning and behavioral interventions.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on data and team feedback.

Collaboration and Consultation:

• Work closely with general education teachers, special education teachers, and support staff to identify student needs and develop intervention strategies.
• Participate in child assessment team meetings, behavior team meetings, and problem-solving discussions.
• Collaborate with school counselors, school psychologists, special education case managers, and administrators to coordinate services and support plans.
• Support staff in implementing consistent behavioral expectations and strategies across school settings.

Coaching and Capacity Building:

• Model effective classroom strategies that support positive behavior and emotional regulation.
• Provide coaching and consultation to teachers regarding behavior management and social-emotional supports.
• Help staff implement proactive strategies that prevent escalation and promote positive student engagement.

Data and Documentation:

• Collect and review data related to student behavior, intervention effectiveness, and progress toward goals.
• Assist teams in identifying patterns and developing targeted solutions.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of student supports and interventions.

Program Support:

• Support schoolwide behavioral and social-emotional approaches.
• Assist administrators in responding to behavioral concerns and developing appropriate responses that prioritize student learning and reintegration into the classroom.
• Contribute to a positive and welcoming school culture that supports the success of all students.

Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an Endorsement in General and Special Education
• First Aid/CPR Right Response Trained
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background clearance
• Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance
• Demonstrated successful experience in implementing a prescribed curriculum
• Demonstrated evidence of classroom management skills
• Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity preferred
• Experience with PBIS, MTSS, Restorative Practices, or trauma-informed practices.
• Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to work cooperatively with administration and staff
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use computer technology to assist instruction
• Prior job related experience required
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills to promote learning, motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and evaluate performance.
• Knowledge of curriculum, education code, and district policies. Knowledge of effective behavioral intervention strategies
• Abilities to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities may include lifting/carrying 25 lbs, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/field of vision.

Reports To: Executive Director of Student Support or Designee

Compensation and Benefits:
Employee Compensation and Benefits are outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement. See Article XIII Economic Provisions, Article VII Leaves, Appendix O. 25/26 CEA Salary schedule posted.

The District complies with State Law regarding SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) and DRS (Washington State Department of Retirement Systems) eligibility and benefits. If eligible, SEBB benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP). Retirement benefits, if eligible, may include membership in TRS retirement plans in addition to voluntary Deferred Compensation Program and 403(b) Annuity enrollments. Paid time off is also outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Chehalis School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, ethnicity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to youth development organizations listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

Chehalis School District offers classes in many career and technical education (CTE) program areas, including Agriculture, Business and Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, Skilled and Technical Sciences, Health Sciences and STEM. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, etnicidad, condición de veterano o estatus militar con baja honorable, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, falta de vivienda, inmigración o estatus de ciudadania, la presencia de cualquier discapacidad sensorial, mental o física, neurodivergencia , ni por el uso de un perro guía o animal de servicio entrenado, y garantiza el acceso equitativo a las organizaciones de desarrollo juvenil enumeradas en el Título 36 del Código de los Estados Unidos como sociedades patrióticas.

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis ofrece clases en varias áreas con programas de educación vocacional y técnica (CTE), incluyendo Agricultura, Negocios y Mercadotecnia, Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor, Ciencias Técnicas y Calificadas, Ciencias de la Salud y STEM. La falta de dominio del idioma inglés no será una barrera para la admisión y participación en programas de educación profesional y técnica.

Title IX Coordinator
Athletic Director/W.F. West High School Assistant Principal, Tommy Elder, 360-807-7235, telder@chehalisschools.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Executive Director of Student Support, Katie Howell, (360) 807-7245 option 3, (360) 748-8767 Fax, khowell@chehalisschools.org

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Executive Director of Human Resources, Leslie Wohld, 360-807-7200, lwohld@chehalisschools.org

Career and Technical Education Coordinator
W.F. West High School Assistant Principal, Don Bunker, 360-807-7235, dbunker@chehalisschools.org

Address: 310 SW 16th St, Chehalis WA 98532