What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elem Teacher, Structured Learning Center, Grades 3-5, (1.0 FTE), Perm position at North Clackamas Schools?
The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically, and racially diverse communities.
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Position Summary:
The Structured Learning Center (SLC)
The teacher is primarily responsible for effective teaching and learning of the assigned subject(s) following district approved curriculum, instruction and assessment practices. As a special education teacher of a specialized program, employee may teach in an elementary and/or secondary Structured Learning Center- Academics or Transitional Learning Center- Behavior. The Structured Learning Center (SLC) classrooms work with students on functional academic skills with approximately a 4:1 student to adult ratio - less than 20 students. Students are supported by visual communication tools, data based support plans, structured routines, and modified curriculum. Primary responsibility shall include student safety and appropriate collaboration and attention to each student’s readiness to learn including needed guidance, discipline, and welfare.
License Requirement:
Must hold or be able to obtain a valid Oregon Teaching License with a Special Education: Generalist endorsement.
Benefits:
We invite you to click here and visit our Benefits Website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which include:
Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, vision, dental, and basic life)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development Funds
Mentorship: Dedicated mentors for new teachers
Affinity Groups for Educators of Color
Job Group: Licensed Wage Placement Table
Salary:
Annual Salary Range (2025-2026): $58,788- $111,463 (193-Day Contract). Initial placement based on education, experience.
This salary range reflects 1.0 FTE. Actual salary is prorated based on FTE and start date.
This position qualifies for an annual approximate Extended Responsibilities Special Education Stipend: $5,673.
Stipend(s) are pro-rated based on 1.0 FTE and start/end dates of position/assignment.
As a licensed employee, you are eligible to receive:
A stipend of $2,500 if certified by NBPTS (National Board for Professional Teaching Standards).
A stipend of $3,000 if you hold a PhD or EdD.
Retirement Plan Contribution:
North Clackamas School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. The district contributes the employer portion; there is also a mandatory employee portion. Upon eligibility, which is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position, the employee is required to contribute 6% as their employee portion, via payroll deduction. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.
North Clackamas School District policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preferences as required by law.
The North Clackamas School District does not discriminate on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination: Michelle Riddell, Title IX Coordinator, 12400 SE Freeman Way, Milwaukie, OR 97222. For these Title lX inquiries, please contact 503.353.6000.
For employment related information, please go to our Human Resources employment page at https://www.nclack.k12.or.us/
Salary : $58,788 - $111,463
