Educator Jobs in Washington
Educator jobs in Washington concentrate in public K-12 districts, community colleges, and early learning programs, with demand at every level from paraprofessionals to department leads. The heaviest hiring happens in and around Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma, where large systems like Seattle Public Schools, Spokane Public Schools, and Tacoma Public Schools anchor the market. Special education, English language learning, and STEM instruction are consistently the most sought-after specializations across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Coordinate the accreditation and accountability requirements of the SoE
- Interface with OSPI Liaisons & PESB members on WAC and policy changes
- Coordinate program updates with Associate Dean and faculty
- Provide indicator data and other reports to PESB as required
- Complete and/or coordinate the following reports (and others as needed):
- Title II reports
- AACTE/CAEP reports
- State reports (e.g., Standard V updates, endorsement approvals)
- State data manuals
- School Annual Assessment Report
- Maintain on-going connection and leadership with WACTE membership and representation (e.g., attend annual meetings)
- Coordinate SoE partnerships, special projects, and grants
- In collaboration with Associate Dean and Executive Director of Educational Leadership:
- Organize the course schedule for all courses in the school (fall, J-Term, spring, and summer).
- Initiate and supervise the catalog changes for school programs
- Work with the Registrar’s Office to coordinate scheduling decisions, including classroom assignment.
- Revise program handbooks in coordination with the Associate Dean
- Support the Teacher Professional Educators Advisory Board (PEAB) and support with the administrative PEAB (i.e. note-taking, questionnaires, feedback)
- Provide testing support for students as appropriate
- Input student testing report into state databases as needed
- Coordinate with the Associate Dean, endowed scholarship and fellowship application and award process
- Work with local school districts, schools, and university departments to develop, recruit and support programs, including diverse candidates
- Write and manage grants that support alternative pathways to teaching
- Provide student support and advising to those enrolled in the programs, particularly ARC and MAE
- Support program orientations SoE and Partnerships and Professional Development (PPD)
- Lead PLU Teach 253 initiatives
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of state teacher preparation standards and requirements of accreditation.
- Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Ability to use written and verbal communication with a variety of audiences, such as students, faculty, partners, and agencies such as the standards board.
- Ability to collect, analyze, and report data for a wide audience.
- Ability to organize and complete reports.
- Skill in problem-solving; ability to schedule.
- Ability to learn to use technology. (including the Microsoft Office Suite).
- Ability to support recruitment and retention of students.
- Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, advisory board and outside agencies.
- Ability to drive to off-site in personal vehicle.
- Bachelors degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field.
- 3 years of job related experience. Graduate education may substitute for some experience.
- Finalist applicants must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background checks.
- Experience as a teacher or teacher certification
- Experience working the standards board, accreditation, or in higher education
PLU offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission for employees and their dependents, generous retirement plan, medical, dental, paid vacation and sick leave, major holidays off (including Christmas/New Year’s break and extra time off during the summer), and many other great university benefits. PLU is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a 501©(3) tax-exempt organization.
For general application questions or if you need accommodations at any point in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 253-535-7185 or humr@plu.edu.
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Educator Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Right at School20

- Providence8

- lululemon7

- Lake Washington School District4

- IQVIA3

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in educator jobs across Washington.
- Valid Washington State teaching certificate issued or recognized by OSPI
- Bachelor's degree in education or a relevant subject-matter field
- Endorsement in the subject area or grade level you will teach
- Passing scores on required Washington educator certification exams
- Experience with differentiated instruction and diverse student populations
- Proficiency with learning management systems and classroom technology tools
Educator Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a educator in Washington?
To work as an educator in Washington, you must hold a valid teaching certificate issued by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, known as OSPI. Candidates complete a state-approved educator preparation program, earn a bachelor's degree, and pass required certification exams including the Washington Educator Skills Tests. OSPI oversees the application and issues residency, continuing, or professional certificates depending on your experience level.
Which companies hire educators in Washington?
Washington educator roles are posted by Right at School, Providence, and lululemon and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's large public school districts, community college systems, and early childhood programs are among the most active employers in the state.
Which Washington cities have the most educator jobs?
Seattle, Spokane, and Renton have the most educator openings in Washington right now. Seattle leads because of its size and the density of public schools, charter programs, and higher education institutions, while Spokane and Tacoma support large district systems and community colleges that generate steady hiring even outside the major metro area.
Are there remote educator jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. About 39% of educator openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most teaching roles require in-person classroom presence. The subset most likely to be fully remote includes curriculum development, instructional coaching, online course instruction, and certain special education support roles.
How can I get hired as a educator in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a residency certificate through OSPI and applying to classified positions such as paraeducator or instructional assistant roles, which large districts like Seattle Public Schools and Spokane Public Schools actively hire for without requiring full certification. Washington's paraeducator pipeline is a well-worn route into the classroom, and completing an OSPI-approved residency teacher preparation program while working gives candidates a concrete credential edge with hiring principals.
Where can I find and apply to educator jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to educator jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across districts, colleges, and learning programs. Search the listings for roles that match your certification level and subject area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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