Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN) Newcomer Teacher

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. Find out more at www.irco.org.

POSITION: Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN) Newcomer Teacher

WAGE: Starting at $21.00 per hour based on experience

FLSA; EEO; WC: Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864

LOCATIONS:

Gilbert Heights Elementary: 12839 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, 97236

Menlo Park Elementary: 12900 NE Glisan St, Portland, 97230

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS: On-Call Casual / Temporary

(Limited Duration through 6/30/25)

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: (2)

APPLY AT: www.irco.org

STATUS: Oncall/ Casual without Benefits

PROGRAM(S): SUN Community Schools

SECTOR: School Based (SUN)

REQUIREMENTS:

Must pass criminal background check through Oregon Department of Education

Program Summary
Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN) Community Schools are a school-based service delivery model in collaboration with Multnomah County and the David Douglas Schol District. SUN Schools provide a comprehensive set of social services in the school communities we serve.

Position Summary
IRCO’s SUN Community Schools is currently offering a class for newcomer students in the David Douglas school district. The class will focus on creating a stronger sense of belonging for an identified set of newcomer students. Programming will include 18 classes, occurring twice a week and every other Friday for seven weeks total. There will also be one evening family engagement event. The SUN Newcomer Teacher will be expected to create and implement lesson plans that support academics, build community and support SEL in students. Classes are during after school hours, in-person and are located at Gilbert Heights Elementary and Menlo Park Elementary in DDSD.

Essential Functions

• Be able to follow all school district and IRCO safety protocols related to working with youth in school communities
• Treat youth and fellow staff respectfully while executing classroom management and adhering to school rules
• Create, develop, and implement age-appropriate curriculum for newcomer youth for 18 class sessions
• Record and report accurate attendance to SUN Manager
• Encourage and assist youth with homework
• Communicate effectively with SUN Site Manager and parents about student’s success, concerns, or questions
• Support one Newcomer Family Night event between April 2025 – June 2025

Secondary Functions

• Ability to develop culturally responsive and respectful relationships with students, their families, and all community members we serve
• Ability to use good judgment when working with youth in a school setting
• Experience working in or delivering services in a school setting
• Actively work to disrupt racism and systematic oppression through inclusive program practice and implementation
• Utilize bilingual skills to support culturally specific communication to students, families, and clients in their preferred language, when possible

Education & Experience

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Ability to pass a criminal background check through the Oregon Department of Education
• Familiarity working in a public-school setting
• Experience creating and implementing lesson plans
• Basic understanding of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) best practice
• Be a consistent and reliable staff member by arriving on time for all shifts
• Effectively communicate work availability and absences
• Effectively work with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds
• Understand the role of “mandatory reporter” and communicate any concerns related to student safety to the SUN Manager in a timely manner

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently working in either Gilbert Heights or Menlo Park Elementary school in DDSD
• Currently working with English learners or newcomer elementary students
• Experience facilitating groups of 15 or more youth
• Bilingual or bicultural applicants are preferred

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• In person, on a public elementary school campus
• Temporary position through June 30, 2025

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions, or responsibilities, but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.

Required Engagement

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities. This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values based initiatives.

How To Apply

1. Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.

2. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.

3. For questions about this position, please email jobs@irco.org

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application.

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.