What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025-2026 Jr. Sr. High Health/PE Teacher position at GASTON JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL?
GASTON SCHOOL DISTRICT #511J
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Health / PE Teacher - Secondary - 1.0FTE
2025-2026 School Year
Gaston School District is a 2A school district located 35 miles southwest of Portland, a quick 7 miles south of Forest Grove, and approximately 15 miles north of McMinnville, Oregon. The buildings are located on one contiguous campus in the City of Gaston. Gaston Elementary has approximately 250 students in grades PK-6. Gaston Jr./Sr. High School has approximately 275 in grades 7-12. Gaston offers easy access to the Portland, the coast, skiing, Oregon wine region and other popular recreation attractions. For more information about Gaston School District, please view our website http://www.gastonk12.org
DESCRIPTION: Gaston Jr/Sr High School is seeking an enthusiastic Health Teacher (1.0 FTE) for grades 7-12 to fill an upcoming vacancy. An Oregon endorsement in 7-12 Health Education as well as Physical Education (or comparable endorsement) is required.
This position is needed to begin in August 2025.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Oregon Teaching License, valid for the position with highly qualified status.
2. Demonstrated instructional skills, including strong reading, writing, and math techniques and strategies.
3. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with students, colleagues, and parents.
4. Ability to collaborate with grade level team mates, as well as with other staff (e.g., in lesson and program design).
5. Demonstrated work initiative and leadership skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to assess students and use data for instruction as well as excellent computer skills preferred.
7. Willingness to serve on building and/or district committees.
COMPENSATION:
Placement on the negotiated licensed salary agreement, plus insurance and related benefits as described in the negotiated contract.
APPLICATION PROCESS: (FAILURE TO COMPLETE/SUBMIT ALL OF THE FOLLOWING MAY PREVENT YOUR APPLICATION FROM BEING CONSIDERED)
Applicants must submit the following:
1. Completed TalentEd Application https://gaston.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
2. Letter of introduction and interest in the position
3. Current resume
4. Three current letters of recommendation
5. One set of transcripts or placement file
6. Answer supplemental questions
Supplemental Questions
Q1. Please describe how you are a good fit for Gaston School District and what your experiences, expectations, and knowledge base of working in small school districts are.
Q2. What are the most pressing health issues for teenagers today? How will you address these with your class?
If you have further questions or need more information, please contact Linda Smith - smithl@gastonk12.org
Gaston School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $47,985 - $92,593
