SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER POOL

Minimum Qualifications: Valid Washington State teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement Bachelor's degree with specialization in Special Education; Master's preferred Thorough knowledge of applicable Washington State and Federal rules and regulations Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff Ability to evaluate and write IEP's and familiarity with inclusion/mainstreaming essential Knowledge of Washington State education trends and the use of technology in the classroom Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral challenges Ability to provide a highly structured learning environment and work with a team Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and positive attitude required General Information: This is a pool posting for Special Education positions that are currently or may become available for the 2026-2027 school year. As part of a Professional Learning Community team, the Special Education teacher provides instruction to special needs students in Resource Room, Life Skills, and Choices settings, develops and implements IEP's, supervises paraeducators, and is responsible for case management ensuring school success. Terms of Employment: The 2026-2027 salary schedule is currently unavailable. For the 2025- 2026 school year, a 1.0 FTE certificated contract includes a 183-day work year; supplemental pay (after meeting district requirements); 12 sick leave days and 3 annual leave days. Salary placement is based on the State Salary Schedule, which for the 2025-2026 school year ranges from $72,698 (BA degree with no experience) to $138,249 (MA degree + 90 credits and 16 years of experience). For those electing Healthcare coverage through SEBB, a portion of the monthly premium is offset by an employer contribution. Mandatory dental, vision, basic long-term disability, and basic life and accidental death and dismemberment premiums are paid by the district. Employee paid options include: Flexible Spending Arrangement; Dependent Care Assistance Program; and additional long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. If employed less than full time (1.0 FTE), days, salary, and health premiums are pro-rated based on FTE.People of Diversity Encouraged to Apply: Oak Harbor Public Schools is committed to building a culturally diverse staff to reflect and serve our culturally diverse student population. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog/service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions and complaints of alleged discrimination contact: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources & Operations, Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, and Compliance Coordinator for 28A.640 and 28A.642 RCW. 06.05.26 Learning for Life 350 S. Oak Harbor St. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 p: 360.279.5000 f: 360.279.5030 www.ohsd.net