36 jobs found in kent

Provisions Governing the Professional and Technical Salary Schedule per Collective Bargaining Agreement Criteria for Initial Placement on the Schedule Initial placement shall be made by Human Resources on Step 1 unless employee has previous experience in a Washington school district; then, years of experience credit will be considered for placement. Advancement All professional and technical employees will move incrementally over one salary schedule step each year. Step advances are only made once a year effective September 1. To be eligible for such step advancement, an employee must have been in the position by January 31 of the previous school. ASSIGNMENT: This non-represented position supports specific teachers, specialists and students in high-needs special education programs. This position will work specifically with the management of students with significant behavior disabilities; and the management of severely physically impaired /medically fragile involved...

Lake Youngs Elementary is located five miles northeast of downtown Kent and has an enrollment of approximately 450 students in grades K-6. The building has traditional self-contained classrooms and serves a diverse community. Lake Youngs offers a strong academic program with an emphasis on basic skills, music, the arts and physical education. There are full-time music and physical education specialists, and part-time librarian. Special programs include five gifted education classes, two special education classrooms and an Integrated Program Support Center. The Lake Youngs Community is very supportive and includes a very active PTSA and parent volunteer program. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is part of the KEA bargaining unit. The status of this continuing position may be changed due to special circumstances. ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of this position is to provide counseling services in a K - 6 grade elementary school. Under the direction of the building principal, the...

Criteria for Initial Placement on the Salary Schedule Initial placement shall be made by Human Resources on Step 1 unless employee has previous experience in a Washington school district; then, years of experience credit will be considered for placement KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION INCLUSIVE EDUCATION BUDGET AND STAFFING SPECIALST REPORTS TO: Executive Director, Inclusive Education SUPERVISES: None WORK PERIOD: 12 Month UNIT CLASSIFICATION : Professional/Technical PRIMARY PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to assist the executive director and assure correct processing for special education budgeting, accounting, and staffing requirements including serving as the liaison between special services, finance, and human resources departments concerning financial and staffing matters; develops budgets according to awards and allocations; develops appropriate staffing allocation based on budget guidelines and department needs; advises administrators...

Kentlake High School, which is located in the Sawyer Woods/Covington area, is an inviting, highly personalized "learning community" that supports diverse educational programs and activities in a setting conducive to successful teamwork. Kentlake is designed to accommodate a wide range of educational programs, services, and activities needed to ensure each student's success in school and preparation for adult life. The school program integrates academic, career, and special needs with an emphasis on "all students are career bound." Students and staff members are provided access and ease of use of diverse technologies that support teaching and learning to prepare students for future changes in educational requirements and needs. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This 9 month position is part of the KAP bargaining unit. ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the Adaptive Support Center classroom is to provide specially designed instruction emphasizing pre-academics, communication, social, motor, and...

Daniel is an elementary school of approximately 54 0 students and 80 staff. Daniel opened in 1992 and has become more and more diverse each year. L ocated on East Hill Kent, Daniel Elementary serves approximately twenty apartment complexes. Staff take pride in serving our diverse population . Over 50% of the Daniel students are English Language Learners , including several refugee students, and over 70% of our students qualify for free/reduced lunch. Daniel teachers participate in Professional Learning Communities to engage in discussions centered on instructional improvement in order to meet our goal of eliminating the achievement gap. Our staff work collaboratively to support students and are implementing the Positive Behavior Intervention Supports by adopting school-wide expectations for students and adults. Our students support one another through peer tutoring and cross-grade buddy programs. Parent Engagement efforts have increased parent involvement via the Watch D.O.G.S....

Kent-Meridian High School is a 9-12 high school of over 20 00 students located within the city of Kent. KM is the most diverse high school in the state of Washington. It serves a richly diverse student population (81 % students of color, 33% of students served in either ELL or SE, 71 different languages spoken) ; ethnically, racially, and socio-economically (70+% free/reduced lunch) . There is a strong commitment by the staff and administration at KM to successfully prepare all students to be successful when they graduate. To ensure this commitment , KM has converted to a full Standards-based Instruction and grading system. Our transparent Standards-based grading system ensures students are assessed on specific standards and skills tied to scales that are meaningful and frequently measured. Our School Improvement plan is based on rigor, relevance, and relationships. In addition, Kent-Meridian offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for students in grades 11 and 12...

Kent Phoenix Academy (KPA) is a designated Washington State Innovative School by the Superintendent of Public Instruction. It is a relevant and rigorous learning environment that partners students with adults and community, providing relationships and experiences that support individual student goals and inspire citizenship. Kent Phoenix Academy is based on research of the best educational practices in the nation and has implemented all the program components recommended for student success by the National Dropout Prevention Center. Kent Phoenix Academy staff believes all students can thrive and excel in a learning environment where each student is known well, connections are made between learning and student goals, and students have a positive adult and community experience. Academy students learn in a high touch technology environment and gain important literacy, math, teamwork, leadership, and 21st century skills. All full-time students are given a skills assessment upon...

LOCATION: Kentridge Senior High School Kentridge High School has a student population of 2,175 and is located in the northeast corner of the district. The school is noted for its strong emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities, and enjoys strong community support. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the principal, this position provides support and leadership in the coordination and implementation of research-based / effective schools' practices, programs, and procedures to assist students in resolving interpersonal problems and conflicts and improve school and class attendance that enables student success in school. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities, associated with this classification but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements. E = ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists...

Carriage Crest Elementary is located in the north end of the Kent School District, the Fairwood area of Renton, and serves a population primarily consisting of single-family housing. The school opened in 1990 with a commitment to establishing an educational team consisting of the entire staff of the school. Carriage Crest offers programs to meet the needs of our students, including an Intervention Reading and Math Program (RTI), English Language Learners (ELL), Dual Language (DL) grades 2-6 , Full Day Kindergarten Program , a Special Ed. Integrated Program (IP) and both a Primary and Intermediate Self-Contained Special Education Program (SC) serving high need s disabled students . Balanced Literacy Instruction and Mathematics are the core of our academic program. National and State Standards guide the focus of student instruction through a collaborative team effort of the staff. The staff is committed to a child centered approach to learning, a collegial Professional Learning...

Carriage Crest Elementary is located in the north end of the Kent School District, the Fairwood area of Renton, and serves a population primarily consisting of single-family housing. The school opened in 1990 with a commitment to establishing an educational team consisting of the entire staff of the school. Carriage Crest offers programs to meet the needs of our students, including an Intervention Reading and Math Program (RTI), English Language Learners (ELL), Dual Language (DL) grades 2-6 , Full Day Kindergarten Program , a Special Ed. Integrated Program (IP) and both a Primary and Intermediate Self-Contained Special Education Program (SC) serving high need s disabled students . Balanced Literacy Instruction and Mathematics are the core of our academic program. National and State Standards guide the focus of student instruction through a collaborative team effort of the staff. The staff is committed to a child centered approach to learning, a collegial Professional Learning...

Sunrise Elementary School is located on Kent's East Hill. The staff at Sunrise is committed to providing every one of its 600+ students with an educational environment that is academically rigorous, engaging and challenging, as well as supportive and nurturing. Our mission is to successfully prepare all children for their future by facilitating their growth and maximizing their potential. The school environment is one of universal respect, purposeful work, dedication, and good humor. ASSIGNMENT: Our integrated program is specially designed instruction within general education classes. Candidate will plan, coordinate and provide services for students, parents and staff to assess and improve the effectiveness of education within the Kent School District; work with staff, families and/or agencies to develop needed service options; cooperate with the special education director, principals, staff members and community in implementation of a comprehensive instructional program for...

LOCATION: Kentridge Senior High School Kentridge High School has a student population of 2,175 and is located in the northeast corner of the district. The school is noted for its strong emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities, and enjoys strong community support. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This 9 month position is part of the KAP bargaining unit. ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the Adaptive Support Center classroom is to provide specially designed instruction emphasizing pre-academics, communication, social, motor, and daily living skills for students with low moderate to severe/profound developmental delays who require more intensive focus on basic skills than is available within the Support Center program. Paraeducators assist the teacher(s) in various special education programs. The paraeducator's duties include small group instruction, one-on-one instruction, preparing materials for a lesson, correcting papers, teaming, collaboration between regular and special...

Kent-Meridian High School is a 9-12 high school of over 20 00 students located within the city of Kent. KM is the most diverse high school in the state of Washington. It serves a richly diverse student population (81 % students of color, 33% of students served in either ELL or SE, 71 different languages spoken) ; ethnically, racially, and socio-economically (70+% free/reduced lunch) . There is a strong commitment by the staff and administration at KM to successfully prepare all students to be successful when they graduate. To ensure this commitment , KM has converted to a full Standards-based Instruction and grading system. Our transparent Standards-based grading system ensures students are assessed on specific standards and skills tied to scales that are meaningful and frequently measured. Our School Improvement plan is based on rigor, relevance, and relationships. In addition, Kent-Meridian offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for students in grades 11 and 12...

Kentridge High School has a student population of 2,175 and is located in the northeast corner of the district. The school is noted for its strong emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities, and enjoys strong community support. ASSIGNMENT: Our integrated program is specially designed instruction within general education classes. Candidate will plan, coordinate and provide services for students, parents and staff to assess and improve the effectiveness of education within the Kent School District; work with staff, families and/or agencies to develop needed service options; cooperate with the special education director, principals, staff members and community in implementation of a comprehensive instructional program for special needs students. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is part of the KEA bargaining unit. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Appropriate Washington State teaching certification with appropriate endorsements required (must include Special...

**This position will be a combination of Woodworking/Building Trades and CTE Trades (Auto, Engineering, or Mechatronics). Kent-Meridian High School is a 9-12 high school of over 20 00 students located within the city of Kent. KM is the most diverse high school in the state of Washington. It serves a richly diverse student population (81 % students of color, 33% of students served in either ELL or SE, 71 different languages spoken) ; ethnically, racially, and socio-economically (70+% free/reduced lunch) . There is a strong commitment by the staff and administration at KM to successfully prepare all students to be successful when they graduate. To ensure this commitment , KM has converted to a full Standards-based Instruction and grading system. Our transparent Standards-based grading system ensures students are assessed on specific standards and skills tied to scales that are meaningful and frequently measured. Our School Improvement plan is based on rigor, relevance, and...

The Kent School District partners with Green River College and other community based organizations to ensure that students between 16 and 21 years of age, without a diploma, have a second plus chance at becoming college, career, and life ready. Students can earn 2 year degrees, high school diplomas, and college and industry certificates including a GED. iGrad , and Open Door school, offers flexible instructional scheduling and modalities, personalized learning plans, wraparound social/emotional supports, employment assistance, and other services at the main campus storefront in Kent East Hill Shopping plaza. All Green River College courses are offered at the Green River College Kent Station and Auburn campuses. School is open yearlong to eligible students who reside in WA at no cost for tuition and books. ASSIGNMENT: Our integrated program is specially designed instruction within general education classes. Candidate will plan, coordinate and provide services for students,...

The Kent Elementary school TEAM believes in daily excellence from students and staff. We serve a culturally diverse population of students from 1st through 6th grades. Our Kindergarten students are located at a close by early learning campus. Kent Elementary is located at 24700 64th Avenue South in the downtown Kent area. Our average enrollment is 550 students with approximately 4 classes per grade level. The school enjoys strong support with 1 full-time instructional interventionist, band/music/orchestra teachers, physical education specialists, librarian, counselor and psychologist. Special programs at Kent Elementary include: dual language programming, an Inclusive Education Support Center, school-wide Title/LAP program, Paraeducator academic intervention support in classrooms, Odyssey [highly capable] programs for 3rd through 6th, ACE for 1st and 2nd, and English Language Learner support in classrooms. Kent Elementary offers some of the most up to date technology for...

Kentlake High School, which is located in the Sawyer Woods/Covington area, is an inviting, highly personalized "learning community" that supports diverse educational programs and activities in a setting conducive to successful teamwork. Kentlake is designed to accommodate a wide range of educational programs, services, and activities needed to ensure each student's success in school and preparation for adult life. The school program integrates academic, career, and special needs with an emphasis on "all students are career bound." Students and staff members are provided access and ease of use of diverse technologies that support teaching and learning to prepare students for future changes in educational requirements and needs. ASSIGNMENT: Our integrated program is specially designed instruction within general education classes. Candidate will plan, coordinate and provide services for students, parents and staff to assess and improve the effectiveness of education within the...

Kentlake High School, which is located in the Sawyer Woods/Covington area, is an inviting, highly personalized "learning community" that supports diverse educational programs and activities in a setting conducive to successful teamwork. Kentlake is designed to accommodate a wide range of educational programs, services, and activities needed to ensure each student's success in school and preparation for adult life. The school program integrates academic, career, and special needs with an emphasis on "all students are career bound." Students and staff members are provided access and ease of use of diverse technologies that support teaching and learning to prepare students for future changes in educational requirements and needs. ASSIGNMENT: The School Adjustment Programs are for students in elementary through senior high school who demonstrate serious emotional-behavioral difficulties and have average cognitive functioning. This teacher will plan, coordinate and provide services...

Kentwood, a four-year high school of 1,900 students located east of Kent, offers a wide variety of courses in English, math, science, social studies, P.E., business, world language; including Mandarin Chinese, health, home and family life, technical and vocational courses, and other electives. Kentwood offers students a strong co-curricular program, including a career center, sports teams that are regularly state champions, Grammy award-winning music programs, theater, and special interest activities. Kentwood is on a six period, semester schedule, which enhances the opportunity for student choice and achievement. In addition, the 9th and 10th grades are broken into small learning communities, which enhance personalization and collaboration for student and teacher. Students are challenged at all levels and areas. Kentwood students and staff are committed to success and regularly demonstrate high levels of achievement. The "commitment to excellence" is evident from ELL and Special...