Social Studies Teacher

Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is seeking applications for the position of:

Social Studies Teacher - Talent Middle School

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Interested candidates must apply at the following link: Online Application Portal. Submit an online application, current resume, letter of interest, 3 letters of recommendation, and a copy of transcripts. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@phoenix.k12.or.us.

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

REPORTS TO: Building Administration

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a temporary teaching assignment beginning August 27, 2026. The assignment is expected to continue through the 2026–27 school year.

Compensation & Benefit Highlights

• Work year consistent with the licensed collective bargaining agreement; up to 191 working days for new members, based on the duration of the temporary assignment
• 6 paid holidays, as applicable during the assignment
• Salary placement in accordance with the 2026–27 licensed salary schedule, based on education and qualifying experience
• Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, subject to eligibility requirements
• HSA-qualified plan options
• Employer-paid life insurance/AD&D
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick leave beginning upon employment; other contractual leave benefits as provided by the collective bargaining agreement and applicable law
• District-paid employee PERS contribution (6%), as applicable
• Optional supplemental retirement plans available (403(b) and 457(b))
  
  

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the general supervision of the school principal, teach English language arts to middle school students with the possibility of teaching social studies at the middle school grade level as well. Prepare lessons and assessments both individually and in collaboration with content/grade level teacher teams. Deliver instruction, effectively manage the classroom environment, meet all other professional responsibilities.

This position requires a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. The successful candidate will demonstrate a dedication to ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed, recognizing and addressing barriers to academic achievement.

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon Teaching License with middle school level Language Arts endorsement.
• Valid Oregon Teaching License with middle school level Social Studies endorsement preferred.
• Ability to meet job description requirements and district standards for teachers.
• Preference may be given to candidates bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Experience with PLCs, best assessments, and classroom practices highly desirable.
• Physical demands needed: ability to communicate with students, co-workers, and the public; ability to communicate over the telephone; ability to respond to telephones, bells, students, co- workers, etc.; ability to respond to classroom disturbances, visual cues, student requests, etc.; ability to read written material; ability to operate office equipment; ability to carry or lift light loads (25 lbs)
  
  

All applicants will be considered carefully. We will notify candidates selected for interviews shortly after the closing date. Applicants are asked not to call for interviews. We will notify all applicants when the position is filled.

Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in accordance with Federal and State Legislation, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, or marital status, physical or mental disability in employment practices or education programs. If you need special accommodations because of a disability, please contact the personnel office at 535-1517 Voice/TDD.

Any offer of employment made by Phoenix-Talent Schools is contingent upon satisfactory results of criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, we will consider only job-related convictions, which will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.