Employment
Come work at NTPS!
Join us at North Thurston Public Schools! We are dedicated to excellence in education, preparing over 14,000 students for successful careers and compassionate citizenship. With a diverse population, we emphasize kindness and respect, creating an inclusive environment for all. Our commitment is to the success of every student and closing opportunity gaps for all backgrounds.
Types of Jobs
There are many types of jobs at NTPS, from classroom teachers to support staff. We offer rewarding roles for a variety of skill sets.
Certificated positions require certification from Washington’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, while classified positions are all other positions that support the work of our schools.
View our current openings for a list of available positions. Create a profile and use the Job Assist feature to receive notifications about jobs you may be interested in applying for.
Learn more about becoming a Paraeducator.
Learn more about becoming a substitute employee.
How to Apply
- Submit an application to the SchoolSpring Job Board (requires account creation). Classified and Certificated applications have different requirements (such as submitting a copy of an education certificate or a college transcript)
- Applications are screened after the window closes.
- Successfully screened applications are sent to the hiring administrator.
- Hiring administrators will contact candidates to schedule interviews.
Working at NTPS
About Lacey, Washington
One of the most beautiful states in our nation, Washington is the home of 3 National Parks, 17 National Wildlife Refuges, and the famous Puget Sound. From our district in the city of Lacey, you can easily access Mt. Rainier for hiking and skiing, the Pacific Ocean for beach-combing, and the bustling city of Seattle for food and cultural events. Just a few miles away is Olympia, our state capitol, where you can observe government in action. Also, nearby is Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), where many of our military families work.
What makes NTPS a great place to work?
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Strong partnership with our local government, businesses, and non-profit organizations such as the North Thurston Education Foundation and the Boys & Girls Club
Our staff at NTPS works hard to:
- Create a safe environment for all students
- Contribute to a welcoming school and district culture
- Represent our district in your community
- Work with culturally diverse families and community members
- Communicate compassionately and effectively