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The Evergreen School, an independent school serving highly capable students in preschool through 8th grade, is currently accepting applications for an Upper Division Teacher (for Grade 4 or 5). 

Our Mission 
We inspire highly capable, creative learners to lead with curiosity, compassion, and courage in a diverse and dynamic world. 

About the Organization
Located just north of Seattle in Shoreline, Washington, The Evergreen School has been educating highly capable, creative learners for over 60 years. Our students love to ask questions, and our teachers use that natural curiosity to craft engaging lessons and spark thought-provoking conversations. Evergreen’s program infuses challenging academics with foundational support for social skills, emotional well-being, a multicultural perspective, and empathy for others. Our students think deeply, take intellectual risks, and tackle complex problems. They learn how to self-advocate, collaborate with others, and understand and respect differences. Evergreen graduates move on to high school and beyond with confidence, ready to contribute to a diverse and dynamic world. 

Community
Our community members at Evergreen value and embrace the dignity and diversity of all people. We actively seek and support students, families, faculty, staff, and trustees who bring a diversity of identity into our community. Our mission makes it essential that we skillfully deliver an inclusive educational program that teaches respect for others, empowers students of all backgrounds equitably, encourages social responsibility, and prepares students to be leaders in an interdependent global community. At Evergreen, our goal is to curate a culture where every family feels fully welcomed and encouraged to participate in every aspect of the community. The school community is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion work; it is a place where all faculty and staff are required to complete training through the National SEED Project within the first three years of their employment. 

The Opportunity
Evergreen is seeking an engaging and compassionate educator to join our Upper Division (grades 4-8) team. We are looking for someone with a passion for working with highly capable students. The teacher in this role (for grade 4 or 5) is responsible for teaching a variety of core classes, including language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science using a wide range of instructional tools and resources. The successful candidate will have a collaborative approach to teaching an engaging and challenging program to highly capable students with individual learning styles and needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement curriculum and activities for students at varying levels of progress at the grade 4 or 5 level. This includes working individually and within teacher teams to create scope and sequence plans, unit plans and lesson plans, identifying and selecting instructional resources and methods to meet students’ needs and preparing the classroom for activities.
• Regularly assess students’ progress by observing and evaluating performance and development, assigning and grading classwork, homework, tests and assignments and providing appropriate feedback to students, their parents and colleagues.
• Consistently communicate and document clear objectives for all learning activities to maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development in compliance with laws, school policies and independent school regulations and accreditation standards.
• Establish and enforce school rules for students with a positive style and strong classroom management skills.
• Attend school, department, team and parent meetings.
• Participate in certain extra-curricular events, such as social and sporting activities, admission events, clubs, overnight camps and student group activities.
• Maintain knowledge of and competency in relevant classroom technology, as well as passion for recent developments in teaching resources and methods with the flexibility to incorporate changes into instructional plans and activities.
• Be strictly vigilant about student health and safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
At The Evergreen School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. We recognize that some individuals may hesitate to apply if they feel they do not meet every qualification listed in a job posting. As such, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every single requirement. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are dedicated to providing our staff with the support and resources needed to create an inclusive learning environment for all students.
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with teaching credentials. Master’s Degree and WA Teaching Certificate preferred. 
• Two years of experience teaching in a lead role

Skills and Abilities:

• Collaborative approach to teaching an engaging and challenging program for highly capable students.
• Comfortable with student-centered learning spaces and techniques such as differentiated instruction, real-world applications, and inquiry-based approaches.
• Familiarity with and/or a background in Independent Schools
• Strong grasp of teaching responsibilities and reflective teaching practices.
• Ability to support the school’s mission while managing curriculum planning, teaching, collaboration, and parent communication.
• Establish a healthy rapport with students
• Effective collaboration with colleagues, sharing and learning within a team setting.
• Strong cultural competency and ability to work with diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and appropriately challenge highly capable students.
• Clear and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Comfortable using educational technology in learning environments.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity while building constructive working relationships.
• Punctuality and strong attendance record.
• Ability to complete work thoroughly, accurately, and in a timely manner.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Experience working with diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Proven ability to develop cultural competency.
• Demonstrated success in student-centered and inquiry-based teaching methods

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds in connection with job duties such as assisting with classroom setup or moving materials.
• Ability to stand, sit, and move comfortably throughout classrooms and school hallways for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs, navigate uneven surfaces, and escort students as needed between locations within and outside school buildings.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• Evening and weekend work may be required at times

Position Details
This is an exempt, 1.0 FTE full-time, benefits eligible position for the 2025-2026 school year. This position follows a 10-month work schedule while paid over 12 months. The salary range for an Evergreen School teacher is $69,788 to $123,232 per year, depending on degree(s) and years of experience.

Benefits

• School-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• School-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability insurance plus an Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a School match of up to 7% and immediate vesting
• Flexible Savings Account and/or Health Savings Account
• Commuter Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission
• Infant/toddler care (availability limitations apply)
• Paid holidays and other paid leave

TO APPLY:
Complete the Evergreen Online Employment Application. Please include “Upper Division Teacher (Grade 4 or 5)” on the application. This application will remain open until the position is filled; priority will be given to applications submitted by March 19, 2025.  Be prepared to provide or upload the following information: 

• A cover letter, outlining interest in and qualifications for this position.
• A current resume.
• Three references (Evergreen will inform candidates before contacting references)

Any applicant scheduled for an interview will be asked to submit a 500-word (max.) answer to the following question:
At Evergreen, our mission calls us to “inspire highly capable, creative learners to lead with curiosity, compassion, and courage in a diverse and dynamic world.” Reflecting on your current or previous experiences, describe a time in which you moved diversity and inclusion efforts forward in that role. How did you approach this effort and what did you learn about yourself during this process? 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
The Evergreen School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. We will provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Physical requirements and job duties listed in this posting are essential to the role. If you believe you need an accommodation to perform these functions, we encourage you to apply and discuss potential accommodations with our team. If you require accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Carleigh Brown, HR Manager at [email protected].

Notice of Nondiscrimination
The Evergreen School strives to provide equal opportunity to all employees. The school's policy is not to discriminate in employment based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. The School is committed to administering employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoffs, terminations, training, sabbaticals, tuition assistance, and other programs, without regard to an employee's protected status.

The Evergreen School, an independent school serving highly capable students in preschool through 8th grade, is currently accepting applications for a Physical Education (PE) Teacher for grades 1-4. 

Our Mission 
We inspire highly capable, creative learners to lead with curiosity, compassion, and courage in a diverse and dynamic world. 

About the Organization
Located just north of Seattle in Shoreline, Washington, The Evergreen School has been educating highly capable, creative learners for over 60 years. Our students love to ask questions, and our teachers use that natural curiosity to craft engaging lessons and spark thought-provoking conversations. Evergreen’s program infuses challenging academics with foundational support for social skills, emotional well-being, a multicultural perspective, and empathy for others. Our students think deeply, take intellectual risks, and tackle complex problems. They learn how to self-advocate, collaborate with others, and understand and respect differences. Evergreen graduates move on to high school and beyond with confidence, ready to contribute to a diverse and dynamic world. 

Community
Our community members at Evergreen value and embrace the dignity and diversity of all people. We actively seek and support students, families, faculty, staff, and trustees who bring a diversity of identity into our community. Our mission makes it essential that we skillfully deliver an inclusive educational program that teaches respect for others, empowers students of all backgrounds equitably, encourages social responsibility, and prepares students to be leaders in an interdependent global community. At Evergreen, our goal is to curate a culture where every family feels fully welcomed and encouraged to participate in every aspect of the community. The school community is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion work; it is a place where all faculty and staff are required to complete training through the National SEED Project within the first three years of their employment. 

The Opportunity
Evergreen is seeking an engaging and compassionate educator to join our physical education team. We are looking for someone with a passion for working with highly capable students. The Grades 1-4 PE teacher is responsible for teaching physical education to students in grades 1-4 using a wide range of instructional tools and resources to drive physical health and fitness, fine and gross motor skill development and collaborative cooperation and teamwork. 

The School seeks candidates who approach teaching through an equity and inclusion lens. The school is searching for qualified candidates who demonstrate a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning community that is responsive toward all differences including but not limited to race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, learning styles, and marital, parental or economic status. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a physical education curriculum and activities for students at varying levels of progress from grades 1 through 4. This includes creating schemes of work and lesson plans, identifying and selecting instructional resources and methods to meet students’ needs and preparing the classroom for activities.
• Regularly assess students’ progress by observing and evaluating performance and development and providing appropriate feedback to students, their parents and colleagues. Generate narrative student evaluation reports twice a year (January and June).
• Consistently communicate and document clear objectives for all learning activities to maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development in compliance with laws, school policies and accreditation standards.
• Establish and enforce school rules for students with a positive style and strong classroom management skills.
• Daily collaboration and coordination with the early childhood and middle school PE teachers about shared spaces, resources, etc. 
• Attend school, department, team and parent/guardian meetings.
• Participate in certain extracurricular events, such as social and sporting activities, admission events, clubs, overnight camps and student group activities. This will involve some evening, weekend and overnight work.
• Maintain knowledge of and competency in relevant classroom technology, as well as passion for recent developments in teaching resources and methods with the flexibility to incorporate changes into instructional plans and activities.
• Be strictly vigilant about student health and safety.
• Maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
At The Evergreen School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. We recognize that women and people of color may hesitate to apply if they feel they do not meet every qualification listed in a job posting. As such, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every single requirement. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are dedicated to providing our staff with the support and resources needed to create an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with teaching credentials, preferably in Physical Education. Master’s Degree and WA Teaching Certificate preferred. 
• Two to three years’ experience teaching in a lead role, preferably in Physical Education

Skills and Abilities

• Collaborative approach to teaching an engaging and challenging program for highly capable students.
• Comfortable with student-centered learning spaces and techniques such as differentiated instruction, real-world applications, and inquiry-based approaches.
• Familiarity with the Teaching Games for Understanding model and sport-specific units.
• Ability to incorporate social and emotional learning techniques while teaching physical education.
• Strong grasp of teaching responsibilities and reflective teaching practices.
• Ability to support the school’s mission while managing curriculum planning, teaching, collaboration, and parent communication.
• Establish a healthy rapport with students aged 5-11.
• Effective collaboration with colleagues, sharing and learning within a team setting.
• Strong cultural competency and ability to work with diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and appropriately challenge highly capable students.
• Clear and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Comfortable using educational technology in learning environments.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity while building constructive working relationships.
• Punctuality and strong attendance record.
• Ability to complete work thoroughly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Preferred Experience and Skills
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Proven ability to develop cultural competency.
• Demonstrated success in student-centered and inquiry-based teaching methods

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds in connection with job duties such as assisting with classroom setup or moving materials.
• Ability to stand, sit, and move comfortably throughout classrooms and school hallways for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs, navigate uneven surfaces, and escort students as needed between locations within and outside school buildings.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• Evening and weekend work may be required at times

Position Details:
This is an exempt, 1.0 FTE full-time, benefits eligible position for the 2025-2026 school year. This position follows a 10-month work schedule while paid over 12 months. The salary range for Evergreen School teachers is $69,788 to $123,232 per year, depending on degree(s) and years of experience.

Benefits:

• School-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• School-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability insurance plus an Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a School match of up to 7% and immediate vesting
• Flexible Savings Account and/or Health Savings Account
• Commuter Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission
• Infant/toddler care (availability limitations apply)
• Paid holidays and other paid leave

TO APPLY:
Complete the Evergreen Online Employment Application. Please include “PE Teacher” on the application. This application will remain open until the position is filled.  Be prepared to provide or upload the following information: 

• A cover letter, outlining interest in and qualifications for this position.
• A current resume.
• Three references (Evergreen will inform candidates before contacting references)

Any applicant scheduled for an interview will be asked to submit a 500-word (max.) answer to the following question:
At Evergreen, our mission calls us to “inspire highly capable, creative learners to lead with curiosity, compassion, and courage in a diverse and dynamic world.” Reflecting on your current or previous experiences, describe a time in which you moved diversity and inclusion efforts forward in that role. How did you approach this effort and what did you learn about yourself during this process? 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
The Evergreen School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. We will provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Physical requirements and job duties listed in this posting are essential to the role. If you believe you need an accommodation to perform these functions, we encourage you to apply and discuss potential accommodations with our team. If you require accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Carleigh Brown, HR Manager at [email protected].

Notice of Nondiscrimination
The Evergreen School strives to provide equal opportunity to all employees. The school's policy is not to discriminate in employment based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. The School is committed to administering employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoffs, terminations, training, sabbaticals, tuition assistance, and other programs, without regard to an employee's protected status.

The Evergreen School is currently accepting applications for a Part-time After School Care Provider.
 
Our Mission
We inspire highly capable, creative learners to lead with curiosity, compassion, and courage in a diverse and dynamic world.

About the Organization

Located just north of Seattle in Shoreline, Washington, The Evergreen School has been educating highly capable, creative learners for 60 years. Our students love to ask questions, and our teachers use that natural curiosity to craft engaging lessons and spark thought-provoking conversations. Evergreen’s program infuses challenging academics with foundational support for social skills, emotional well-being, a multicultural perspective, and empathy for others. Our students think deeply, take intellectual risks, and tackle complex problems. They learn how to self-advocate, collaborate with others, and understand and respect differences. Evergreen graduates move on to high school and beyond with confidence, ready to contribute to a diverse and dynamic world. 

Community

At Evergreen, our goal is to curate a culture where every person feels fully welcomed and encouraged to participate in every aspect of the community. We actively seek and support students, families, faculty, staff and trustees who bring a diversity of identity into our community. Our mission makes it essential that we skillfully deliver an inclusive, culturally responsive educational program that teaches respect for others, empowers students of all backgrounds equitably, encourages social responsibility, and prepares students to be leaders in an interdependent global community. We seek candidates who demonstrate a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment that embraces and values the diversity within our community.

The Opportunity
The Evergreen School seeks applicants to support our after-school child care program for preschool to 8th grade students.  

Working hours: Monday to Friday, from 2:30-6:00 p.m.   Because the position is part-time and less than 25 hours per week, this is a .4375 FTE role.

Wage rate: The wage is $23.75 per hour. This is an hourly, non-exempt position and Extended Day Childcare Providers are required to keep and submit a timesheet. Wages are paid monthly on the last banking day of each month.

The school seeks candidates who demonstrate a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning community that is responsive toward all differences including but not limited to race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, learning styles and marital, parental or economic status.

Benefits: Because the position is part-time and less than 25 hours per week, with the exception of WA State Paid Sick Leave, this position is not eligible for benefits. WA State Paid Sick Leave accrues at a rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked beginning on the first work day.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Playing with and supervising children safely
• Leading activity projects
• Preparing healthy snacks 
• Monitoring recess
• Communicating with parents/guardians
• Working closely with a team of extended day providers
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education and Desirable Skills
Applicants must have experience working with school-age children and knowledge of child development.

Physical Requirements
Applicants may be required to work outside in the weather, escorting children and supervising on the playground. The position requires applicants to walk, jump, lift up to 20 pounds, climb stairs, bend and squat.

TO APPLY:
Complete the Evergreen Online Employment Application. Please include After School Care Provider on the application. Be prepared to provide or upload the following information: 

• A cover letter, outlining interest in and qualifications for this position.
• A current resume.
• Three references (Evergreen will inform candidates before contacting references, generally after round 2 interviews.)

Notice of Nondiscrimination
The Evergreen School strives to provide equal opportunity to all employees. The school's policy is not to discriminate in employment based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. The School is committed to administering employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoffs, terminations, training, sabbaticals, tuition assistance and other programs, without regard to an employee's protected status.

The Evergreen School, an independent school serving highly capable students in preschool through 8th grade, is looking for both teachers and assistant teachers to add to our substitute list.

Certification for teacher substitutes is preferred. We are also looking for specialist subject substitutes for Chinese, Spanish, French, PE, music and art. Candidates should have availability to be called the night before or morning of a need for a substitute.

Working Hours: Substitutes work on an as-needed basis Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is a position with variable daily work schedules; substitutes can work 1 to 5 days per week. 

Wage Rate: Substitute teachers and teaching assistants are paid at an hourly rate of $25 per hour. They are required to complete and submit timesheets. Wages are paid monthly on the last banking day of each month.

Benefits: Because the position is variable part-time, with the exception of WA State Paid Sick Leave, this position is not eligible for benefits. WA State Paid Sick Leave accrues at a rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked beginning on the first work day.

Physical Requirements: Substitutes may be required to work outside in the weather, escorting children and supervising on the playground. The position requires applicants to walk, jump, lift up to 20 pounds, climb stairs, bend and squat.

TO APPLY:
Please complete the Evergreen Online Employment Application, including uploading a current resume.  

Notice of Nondiscrimination 
The Evergreen School strives to provide equal opportunity to all employees. The school's policy is not to discriminate in employment based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. The School is committed to administering employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoffs, terminations, training, sabbaticals, tuition assistance and other programs, without regard to an employee's protected status.