Application Procedures and Requirements:
In order to be considered for jobs, you must complete an on-line application as well as all application requirements. Applications are accepted at any time. To apply for specific positions, you must apply while logged into your online application.
- Certificated (Teacher, ESA, and Substitute Teacher) Requirements
- Classified (Paraeducator, Clerical, Bus Drivers, Nutrition Service Workers) Requirements
- Classified Custodian Requirements
- Classified Substitute (Paraeducator, Clerical, Bus Driver, Nutrition Service Worker, Custodian, Interpreter) Requirements
- Coaching Requirements
- Administrative (Principal / Assistant Principal) Requirements
- Emergency Substitute Requirements
Application materials may be sent to: Federal Way Public School
Attn: Human Resources
31405 18th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
Fax to (253) 941-7576
If you need further assistance please call our HR Assistance at (253) 945-2072 or (253) 945-2073 or email Jennifer Hymer or Chris Perkins.
Certificated:
- Completed Certificated On-line Application
- Download and complete Disclosure Statement and Work History form
- Resume and General Cover Letter
- Three Certificated Confidential Reference Forms
- Two Letter(s) of Recommendation from current or former supervisors
- Copies of official transcripts (official will be required upon hiring)
- Copy of Washington State certificate or temporary initial permit(s)
- If you have taken the Washington State West E (Praxis II) test, please submit a copy of your test results
- Substitute Teachers: Same as certificated (If you need assistance with the writing prompt please call Kristi Howard at (253) 945-2022 or Chris Perkins at (253) 945-2026.) Once your application is complete and all required forms are in, please call our Substitute Specialist, Cj Carter at (253) 945-2027 for further instructions.
- Retired Teacher from Federal Way Public Schools? Please call Jennifer or Chris for our express application process.
Classified:
- Completed Classified On-line Application
- Download and complete Disclosure Statement and Work History form
- Two Classified Confidential Reference Forms
- Letter(s) of Recommendation from current or former supervisors are optional
- Cover Letter and Resume, if required
Please check each individual job posting for any additional requirements.
- Paraeducators - Copies of official college transcripts or a passing ETS score (in addition to the above)
- Bus Drivers/Transportation - Five-year complete record driving abstract (in addition to the above)
Custodians:
- Completed Classified On Line Application
- Download and complete Disclosure Statement and Work History form
- Two Classified Confidential Reference Forms (optional for current IUOE)
- Two letters of recommendation from current or former supervisors
- Cover Letter and Resume are optional
- Proof of current licenses, or application for such license, which may be required or associated with the posted position
Classified Substitutes:
- Completed Classified On Line Application
- Download and complete Disclosure Statement and Work History form
- One Classified Confidential Reference Form
- Letter(s) of Recommendation from current or former supervisors are optional
- Cover Letter and Resume are optional
- Once your application is complete and all required forms are in, please call our Substitute Specialist, Cj Carter at (253) 945-2027 for further instructions.
- Substitute Bus Drivers must have a five-year complete record driving abstract (in addition to the above)
Coaching:
- Completed Coaching Online Application
- Download and complete Disclosure Statement and Work History form
- Proof of current First Aid/CPR certification
- One Classified Confidential Reference Form
- Resume or letter outlining general coaching experience
Administrative:
- Completed Administrative On-line Application
- Download and complete Disclosure Statement and Work History form
- Resume and Letter of Application
- Two Administrative Confidential Reference Forms
- Three Letters of Recommendation from current or former supervisors
- Copy of Washington State Administrative or Teaching Certificate
Check each job posting for any additional specific requirements.
Emergency Substitutes:
- District Emergency Substitute Application (available in Human Resources)
- Emergency Substitute Availability Sheet
- Two Confidential Reference Forms from previous or current supervisors
- Official Transcripts showing Bachelor’s Degree