JOB SUMMARY:

Assist students in the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, physical, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 

Knowledge of: specific curriculum content for subject areas, state and federal laws regarding special education, child development, differing disabilities and their impact, as well as the why and how of inclusive practices.

Skilled in: lesson plan development, implementation of engaging learning activities, behavior management, assessment, teaching to individual student skill levels, assisting general education teachers in making curriculum accessible, individual education plan (IEP) development, completion of special education due process forms, and student progress monitoring.

Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing, and collaborate and build relationships with students, parents, and staff.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience preferred but not required.

EDUCATION: 

Completion of a higher education Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in education/ teaching.

CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: 

A valid teaching license issued by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission with proper special education endorsement. Possess or be able to obtain a HQT status commensurate with assignment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times as designated.
2. Use data to plan a program of study that meets the interests, needs, and abilities of the students and follows established curriculum as written by the district and the state and promotes independence and achievement.
3. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
4. Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the supervisor.
5. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent within the limitations of the location and resources provided by the district.
6. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning the academic and behavioral progress of the students.
7. Cooperate and collaborate with other members of the staff.
8. Attend staff meetings and other meetings as required.
9. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
10. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules of the school and district.
11. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and maintain such records as required by law and district policy. 
12. Take all reasonable precautions to provide for the health and safety of the students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
13. Participate in the identification (assessment) and program planning needs for children with disabilities.
14. Work with school, Education Service District personnel, parents, and outside agencies in developing IEPs.
15. Provide special education for identified students via direct service delivery, teacher consultation, materials adaptation, etc.
16. Provide training to education staff (teachers, specialists, assistants, etc.)
17. Serve as a resource to parents of students with disabilities.
18. Maintain records, reports, and documentation as required by the District.
19. Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure curriculum is accessible and all accommodations and modifications are implemented.
20. Participate in the design and implementation of behavior support plans for students with IEPs.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Language Skills:

Ability to read English and comprehend complex technical language. Ability to write memoranda, correspondence, lessons plans, reports, and student achievement summaries in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy. 

Reasoning Ability: 

Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed, but basic, written or oral instructions in English. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities: 

Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community.

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and may be continuously required to stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Works in a school environment. Able to use a telephone, operate a computer, and use other office equipment. Able to drive to other program sites and meetings.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year in accordance with negotiated agreement between licensed teachers and the district.

CLASSIFICATION/LOCATION:

Licensed, probationary, full time positions at Edwards Elementary and Mabel Rush Elementary. 

CALENDAR/BENEFITS:

8 hours per day; 190 day contract in 2023-2024, 2024-2025 TBD; contract starting in August 2024, start date TBD. Position includes 2 days for New Teacher In-Service prior to start date.

Salary range TBD once negotiations for 2024-2025 are complete ($46,642 - $95,909 2023-2024 Salary Range). Newberg Public Schools pays 6% PERS contribution, provides a generous insurance cap, long-term disability, and life insurance. Optional Life, AD&D insurance, Short Term Disability, Tax Shelter Annuities, Section 125 health and dependent care accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development and Employee Assistance Program through Uprise Behavioral Health available to all staff. Coaching opportunities are also available.

The information contained in this job description for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar. Positions and additional duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job may be made. Newberg Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Actively Seeks Minority Applicants.The District complies with Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Requirements Applicants who best meet the requirements of the position will be invited for an interview.