CTE TEACHER – STEM Career Exploration – V600092, V600097

Paraeducator
Preschool – Twelfth Grade

CTE TEACHER – STEM Career
Exploration – V600092, V600097

DESCRIPTION
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in
academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting
teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual
students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to
students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Develops and administers school middle school curriculum consistent with STEM Career

Choices Frameworks, as well as school district goals and objectives.
 Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small

group instruction, and student learning.
 Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning

experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
 Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit

individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small
group instruction as needed.

 Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters
specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the
Port Angeles School District.

 Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the
educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by
conducting research.

 Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and
reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district
procedures and applicable laws.

 Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective
communication with students and parents.

 Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district
policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a
functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

 Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade
level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty
meetings and committees.

 Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and
equipment and maintains inventory records.

 Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day,
including activities involving school transportation.

 Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators
as designated by the Superintendent. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and

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responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines,
and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated

instruction based upon student learning styles.
 Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
 Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
 Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
 Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
 Ability to organize and coordinate work.
 Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
 Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
 Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in

the course of work.
 Responding to stressful situations appropriately.
 Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the position.
 All positions are on site and in person only.

Wages – Teacher $57,008 to $112,441 Depending on School District Employment
Benefits - Medical, Retirement, Basic Life/AD&D, Basic Long-Term Disability, FSA & HSA. Any employee
anticipated to work at least 630 hours in the school year is eligible for benefits.

To apply, visit our website at: https://portangelesschools.org/about/employment. Only complete
applications will be considered. If needing assistance, call HR at (360) 565-3729.

PASD Non-Discrimination Statement
Port Angeles School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Port Angeles School District 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 employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged
discrimination: Title IX Coordinators, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators: Scott Harker, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 96363, (360) 457-8575,
sharker@portangelesschools.org, for Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Michaela Clancy, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 98363, (360) 457-
8575,mclancy@portangelesschools.org.

The Port Angeles School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all
education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact the
Deputy Associate Superintendent located at 905 W 9th St, Port Angeles, WA 98363, 360-457-8575.

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