K-8 SpEd Teacher

JOB TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER K-8 Grade

REPORT TO: SPECIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR

CONTRACT HOURS/DAYS: 174 DAYS; 07:30 A.M. – 4:15 P.M.

LOCATION: ALSEA SCHOOL

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

START DATE: IMMEDIATELY

Alsea School is looking for a dynamic Special Education teacher to work with students in grades K-8 to add to our staff for the 2022-2023 school year.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires the candidate to hold or be eligible to hold an Oregon Teaching License with the proper endorsement. For the right fit, we will consider licensed candidates who are working towards SPED qualifications but are not currently endorsed in the subject area.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits and resources provided by the district.
• Plan and/or implement a program of study that meets state requirements, individual needs, interests, and abilities of all students.
• Assess and report accomplishments of students on a regular basis, and maintain such records as required by law and district policy.
• Connect well with students, families, and the school community.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Demonstrate good instructional practices that are engaging, organized, and effective.
• Applicants must firmly believe that all students will learn and improve – create a growth mindset culture in the classroom

NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

COMPENSATION:

• Salary Range: $39,746 - $69,610. Salary Schedule placement depends on education and experience. An additional differential for special education extra duty will be added to the annual salary step and column.
• Contract days: Annually, 174 days/ year from 7:30-4:15. Total contract days for this position will be prorated depending on start date.
• Alsea School District 7J offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with multiple choices available to employees. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision insurance [$1,250 DISTRICT pay cap per month], life insurance, short- and long-term disability, long term care, tax deferred retirement savings plans, and more. The District pays all PERS contributions.
• Start Date: Immediately

Alsea School District #7J is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the District not to discriminate based on race, sex, age, national origin, marital status, religion, or handicap unrelated to job performance.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• TalentEd application
• Letter of Application [please include TSPC account number]
• Resume
• Transcripts [unofficial]
• Letters of recommendation [minimum of two written within the last year].