Special Education Teacher – Northwood Elementary, Mercer Island, WA (Across the bridge from Seattle)
Location
Northwood Elementary School
Mercer Island, WA
Application Deadline Date
August 15 2025Audience
Special Education
Salary
Up to $131,085/year + SEBB Health Benefits
Position Description
Salary: Up to $131,085/year + SEBB Health Benefits
Apply:
Northwood Elementary is hiring a Special Education Teacher who’s skilled, flexible, and ready to make a meaningful impact. If you can write IEPs before your second cup of coffee, build strong relationships with students and staff, and bring a calm presence to a sometimes unpredictable day — we’d love to meet you.
What you'll do:
- Provide targeted instruction using both push-in and pull-out service models
- Collaborate closely with general education teachers and families
- Create a classroom environment that supports growth, belonging, and success
- Use data to guide instruction and celebrate progress
What you bring:
- Washington State Teaching Certificate (SPED endorsement preferred)
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- A sense of humor and a deep belief in student potential
Why Northwood:
Supportive leadership (look for the tennis shoes — always on the move supporting students and teachers), a collaborative team in both SPED and gen ed, and a community that truly values special education.
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