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Our district is a great place to serve and we hope you will join us!

Bellingham Public Schools serves approximately 11,500 students, has 22 schools, and employs more than 1,300 staff members. Working in partnership with our community, our district engaged in the development of The Bellingham Promise, our strategic plan that guides our work. You will be joining a team that cares deeply for students and is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive workplace where all people are valued and belong. Read more about our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Contracts and Salaries

View collective bargaining agreements and salary schedules for employee groups.

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Begin our update your application via our online system.

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Current Openings

View a list of positions that are currently accepting applications.

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Employee Benefits

View our benefits web page.

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Bellingham Promise

Learn about our strategic plan, The Bellingham Promise.

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Living in Bellingham

Learn about Bellingham via our city's website.

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Matthew Whitten

Assistant Superintendent

Cindy Thompson

Executive Administrative Assistant

(360) 647-6811

Contact Us

360-676-6470 ext. 6811

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Applications and Hiring Overview

We are thrilled that you are considering joining our community of educators, team members, and friends. At Bellingham Public Schools, we believe in fostering an environment where talent flourishes, ideas thrive, and individuals grow professionally and personally.

Learn about our application and hiring process

Choose your career path

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Administrators

Our administrators work collaboratively to listen broadly, build relationships, provide support and leadership to deliver outstanding education across our district.

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Paraeducators

Serve our district in impactful ways working with students or providing districtwide support in a variety of positions.

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Food Services

We believe the food we serve our kids is one of the most universal ways we show love to all our students.

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Teachers

We seek high-quality teachers who believe all students are exceptional in their own way.

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Support Staff

Serve our district in impactful ways working with students or providing districtwide support in a variety of positions.

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Bus Drivers

A bus driver provides a great opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life! We are seeking candidates for our bus driver training program

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Facilities

Join our facilities team to help ensure every student has a safe and supportive environment to learn.

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Coaches and Advisors

Help our students find their passions, develop new skills and further their educational development through athletics and a wide variety of clubs.

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Substitutes Needed

Join our team in Bellingham Public Schools! Be a part of The Bellingham Promise in a new way…as a staff member! We are hiring now for regular and substitute positions. Current vacancies include paraeducators, office staff and bus drivers, as well as coaching and teaching positions. Most positions are on a school year schedule making this a perfect fit for a busy family. Learn more about subbing in Bellingham Public Schools and apply now!

Our Human Resources team is committed to fully supporting The Bellingham Promise through a caring and innovative approach in providing high quality services to our schools and community.

Contact us with your questions; we are here to support you!  If you are not sure who to contact, reach out to Cindy Thompson and you will be directed to the appropriate staff member.

Employee Resource Groups

Employee resource groups connect employees socially and professionally based on shared identities. These voluntary, employee-led groups foster community connections within district. ERGs in Bellingham Public Schools serve to improve work relationships and conditions through advocacy, support, and professional development in alignment with The Bellingham Promise.    Outcomes associated with employee resource groups include:  

  • Increased feeling of belonging among staff.  
  • Strengthened support systems for emotional, cultural, and leadership needs.  
  • Advocacy and mentorship for scholars with similar identities. 

Please visit our Employee Resource Groups web page for more details, including an overview of our active groups and information about creating new groups.