Temporary Social Studies/English Language Arts Teacher

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

Social Studies and English Language Arts Teacher - Talent Middle School

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Interested candidates are required to apply at the following link: Online Application Portal with online application, current resume, letter of interest, 3 letters of recommendation, and 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 position begins August 27, 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.

Compensation & Benefit Highlights

• 190-day per year contract
• 6 paid holidays per year
• $46,571 to $92,561, DOE and education
• Family medical & pharmacy, dental and vision insurance
• HSA options
• Life insurance/AD&D employer paid
• Flex spending accounts for medical and day care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick leave, Personal leave, and Family leave
• PTS #4 pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution
• Optional supplemental TSA retirement plans available (403b and 457b)
  
  

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 those who are 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. Those candidates selected for interviews will be notified shortly after the closing date. Applicants are asked not to call for interviews. All applicants will be notified 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, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.