What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher: Special Ed - LRC position at North Santiam School District?
- Current valid Oregon Teaching License with appropriate authorization level required
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of subject matter, to seek professional growth, improve classroom instruction
- Ability to demonstrate high standards of moral and ethical behavior and to serve as an effective role model
- Regular attendance and punctuality
- Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with students, parents, staff and the community
- Other qualifications as may be established by the school district
- Oregon Teaching License with appropriate endorsement
- Ability to assist in establishing and maintaining an effective learning climate in the school
- Ability to interpret and implement all Board policies, Federal and State Laws, Administrative Regulations, and negotiated agreements
- Ability to assist in the development, revisions, and evaluation of the curriculum and instructional services
- Ability to assist in the development of school plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline, and conduct of students as established in district procedures
- Ability to serve as liaison between the school and community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging parent involvement with the school
- Ability to provide direction to others and to make independent judgments
- Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, teachers, and community
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with student, staff, and/or parent information
- Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds
- Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines
- Language Skills:
- English Proficient in both oral and written language
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, and the general public
- Perform physical requirement,s which may include:
- Moderate to extensive degree of physical and emotional stamina
- Frequent and prolonged standing, walking, and sitting
- Ability to restrain students when necessary
- Frequent and prolonged talking/hearing conversations
- Ability to physically lift or move a student on a regular basis
- Possible exposure to bodily fluids due to student injury and illnesses
- Such alternative to the above requirements as the School Board or the Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable.
- Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
- Plan and implement a program of study following state and district goals/curriculum that, as much as possible, meet the individual needs and development of students
- Plan and implement, as required by the IEP or other identified criteria, the student's program by selecting specific activities, materials, and methods as related to diagnostic findings and recommendations of the evaluation personnel
- Diagnose the needs and abilities of assigned students and prescribe appropriate learning activities for each student; provide methods to support and/or reinforce classroom goals in the home environment; provide a safe and optimal learning environment
- Evaluate each student's growth periodically and develop instructional plans for the future; assist the specialists in the instruction of special program-identified students
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents/guardians concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students
- Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct in the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
- Encourage students to set and maintain appropriate standards of classroom behavior
- Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential records as required by law, administrative regulations, and district policy
- Confer with colleagues, administration, students, and/or parents when necessary
- Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for Educational Assistants, Special Needs Assistants, and/or volunteer(s) and provide input regarding their job performance as appropriate
- Strive to maintain and improve professional competence through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning
- Attend staff meetings and serve on staff/district committees as required
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of subject matter, seek professional growth, improve classroom instruction, and qualify for certification by following both state and district regulations
- Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may seem to be appropriate to the Board or Administration
- Maintains satisfactory attendance, as defined in District policy and regulations (GCBD/GDBD)
- Oregon Teaching License
- Possess a valid First Aid/CPR card(s) if required
- Possess a valid Oregon Driver's License if required
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training/Hepatitis B Shot Series Training
JobID: 1900
Position Type:
Special Ed (LRC, LSK & SLP)/Teacher: Special Education (Learning Resource Room)
Special Ed (LRC, LSK & SLP)/Teacher: Special Education (Learning Resource Room)
Date Posted:
2/7/2025
2/7/2025
Location:
Mari-Linn School
Mari-Linn School
Date Available:
08/18/2025
08/18/2025
Closing Date:
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
TEACHER - SPECIAL EDUCATION - LRC
Mari-Linn School
START DATE: August 2025
WORK DAYS: 190
SALARY: We are beginning Licensed bargaining for the 2025-26 school year, which will result in an increase in salaries. Pay for the 2024-25 school year, ranges from $45,171.49 to $88,774.53, along with an additional $1,000 stipend under SB283. In addition to appropriate placement on the licensed salary schedule—accepting up to 18 years of verifiable experience from another district—we offer an annual $3,000 stipend and, when necessary, extra paid days. We also cover your PERS contribution.
HIRING MANAGER: Sophia Duerst, Principal - sophia.duerst@nsantiam.k12.or.us
Nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Mari-Linn has proudly served the communities of Lyons, Mehama, and Stayton for 75 years. As the heart of the community, Mari-Linn has welcomed generations of families through its doors. Our mission is to prepare students for college and career readiness through meaningful relationships and rigorous instruction. We are excited to welcome an enthusiastic, positive, and passionate educator to our team.
This position is subject to a funded budget based on staffing needs. Specific assignments are subject to change.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the position.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, BONDING, AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to frequently walk (occasionally on an uneven surface), occasionally sit and reach with hands and arms (frequently reaching above the shoulder), stoop, kneel, or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the position, the employee works with standard office and or instructional equipment with moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently required to use their hands for fine and repetitive manipulation and required to sit for long periods of time. There is a moderate degree of physical stamina required with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
If you have additional questions or concerns regarding the physical demands of this position, please contact the interviewing administrator or the Human Resources Department.
Salary : $3,000
