This posting will remain open until filled. This is a full time temporary position at Hood River Middle School. We anticipate this assignment lasting until the end of the 2021/22 school year.

Application Process 

Current District Regular Employees:

Email a letter of interest to Brent Emmons, Hood River Middle School Principal (brent.emmons@hoodriver.k12.or.us) and Human Resources at human.resources@hoodriver.k12.or.us

External Applicants (including Substitutes and District Coaches):

Submit an electronic application through TalentEd/Recruit & Hire (link on District website or click here https://hoodriver.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx)

Include with your electronic application:

• A letter of interest to Brent Emmons Principal (brent.emmons@hoodriver.k12.or.us)
• Current resume
• Three (3) recent letters of reference
• Copy of license or proof of license eligibility
• Official college transcripts will required upon hire

Job Purpose Statement: The job of “Teacher - Classroom (Secondary)” is done for the purpose of developing students’ academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/ activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Job Functions:

• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher’s expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
• Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments and/or skills (e.g. lab experiments, athletic techniques, etc.) for the purpose of providing the students with the necessary skills to perform the tasks safely and/or accurately.
• Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.
• Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance to meet the needs of the students and the expectations of the district.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
• Maintains predictable and consistent attendance to meet the reuierements of the positions.
• Other related duties as assigned 

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Previous experience teaching at the middle school level.
• Valid Oregon Teaching License, with endorsements to teach middle school Physical Education and Health. May also teach elective courses.
• Experience with AVID, Sheltered Instruction and PBIS preferred. 
• Ability to collaborate with PE Specialists in-building and across the district.
• Ability to build relationships with students to foster health living and promote life-long fitness and wellness. 
• History of success with students at all ability levels, different instructional techniques and working with a diverse student population. 
• Meet attendance and physical requirements of the position.
• Bilingual ability in English/Spanish preferred.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: 

Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance. 

Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code, appropriate instructional subjects. 

Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/ field of vision.

Licenses, Certification, Bonding and/or Testing Required:

• Valid Oregon Teaching License, with endorsements to teach middle school Physical Education and Health. May also teach elective courses. Additional endorsements will be beneficial.
• Pass a nation-wide criminal background check.
• Pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test and physical abilities assessment.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

Hood River County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.