What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Life Skills Teacher (Temporary for remaining 2025/26 SY) position at MADRAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?
POSITION: Special Education Life Skills Teacher (Temporary for remainder of 2025/26 SY)
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
START DATE: March 16, 2026
LOCATION: Madras Elementary
EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION
Jefferson County School District is committed to seeing every student realize their full potential while receiving a top-tier education. Our small Central Oregon community is rich in culture and beauty, providing some of the greatest assets Oregon has to offer. You’ll find breathtaking views, an abundance of outdoor activities and plenty of unique and enriching community events. It’s the perfect place to make an impact on the world, one student at a time.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Special Education Life Skills Teacher serves as a specialist for students who experience a significant impact to their education achievement due to a disability, and who require support services in order to access and benefit from general education instruction.
*A degree in Special Education is not required. Jefferson County School District 509-J offers a program to support teachers in obtaining their Special Education certification.
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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Valid TSPC License with proper endorsements or ability to obtain prior to position start date.
- Have standards of moral character as required of all Oregon licensed educators (OAR 584-005-0005).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters of Arts in Teaching.
- 3 years of experience teaching in a public school setting.
COMPENSATION
- 190-day contract
- Salary: $50,744-$99,552 (pro-rated for remainder of 25/26 SY)
- $10,000 Stipend (prorated for remainder of 25/26 SY)
- Family medical, dental and vision insurance
- Sick leave and Personal/Emergency leave
- JCSD 509-J pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Interested candidates are required to apply at the following link: http://jeffersonco.tedk12.com/hire to complete our online application which requires including a letter of interest and current resume.
Visit our website at: http://jcsd.k12.or.us/
Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Epar #281
Salary : $50,744 - $99,552