Posting Timeline
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This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
Assignment Date: August 21, 2024 to October 25, 2024
Position Details
Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attracttalented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials .With the District's focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice.Non-Discrimination / Anti-Harassment Policy
SPECIAL EDUCATION MISSION STATEMENT:
The Special Education Department is committed to providing instructional services in inclusive environments that will prepare students that receive special education services for life and careers.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The classroom teacher performs under supervision of a principal or other designated supervisor and has major responsibility for the instruction and supervision of students. Instruction of students shall include individual skill development, expansion of knowledge, and development of ability to reason. Supervision of students shall include guidance, development and safety. The classroom teacher functions in accordance with the established policies, rules, regulations and the performance standards of the District/State and the performance goals established for the teacher.
The Adapted Physical Education Teacher provides the physical education of students with disabilities by:

Providing screening, evaluation, direct and consultative services;

Providing information regarding total program planning for the student with disabilities to education personnel, community agencies and parents.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identifies the needs of a group of students as well as individual students and provides for continuous assessment of their ability.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and performance goals in accordance with methods prescribed by the supervisor.

Provides instruction to students at appropriate levels in the subject matter(s) for which the teacher is assigned.

Instructs students appropriately in citizenship and interpersonal relationship, and responsibility.

Provides instruction, organization and management in the classroom which creates an environment conducive to learning.

Establishes, maintains and supports standards of personal conduct and discipline in accordance with the discipline policies and regulations of the district.

Evaluates the students' academic progress and social growth, maintains appropriate records, prepares reports and communicates with parents or guardians on the individual student's progress.

Supervises students both in and out of the classroom.

Maintains professional competence through participation in district provided in-service activities and/ or self-selected professional growth activities related to their job responsibilities.

Initiates, plans and participates in parent conferences and other parental contact.

Participates in the assessment and planning of curriculum development and other programs to meet the needs of his/her assigned school.

Follows established curriculum programs.

May plan, coordinate and direct classified employees who are assigned to assist the teacher.

Maintains effective communications with students, patrons and colleagues.

Performs other duties which may be assigned from time to time.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Incumbents must be properly licensed by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission for assignment as a Professional Educator - Teacher.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Background/experience with students with severe developmental delays.

Current pediatric CPR credential or willing to receive training as soon as possible.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Position requires the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid Class C Oregon driver's license to drive to/from different locations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training and/or experience in a similar classroom setting.
• Bilingual/Bi-Cultural Chinese, Russian, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese applicants are highly desirable.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Knowledge of:

Academic achievement standards that align to district goals and create a comprehensive, rigorous and coherent curricular program.

Research-based instructional strategies and models for improving instructional practices.

Existing and emerging education and instructional technologies and software.

Ability to:

• Advocate, model and implement Portland Public School's Educational Racial Equity policy.
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline in accordance with school, district and state policies, procedures and laws.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, projects, tests and assignments.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Prepare classroom for class activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Encourage parent and community involvement.
• Provide student information to authorized individuals in a timely manner.
• Participate in appropriate professional growth and extracurricular activities.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Utilize relevant technologies to support and differentiate instruction.
• Welcome and empower students and families, including underrepresented families of color and those whose first language may not be English, as essential partners in student education.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Update records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and caregivers regarding student progress and student needs.
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.

In addition to a competitive salary schedule, retirement and healthcare benefits package, PPS offers a variety of additional benefits for educators*, some of which are based on eligibility requirements:

• In addition to sick leave, educators receive 3 personal/emergency and 5 family illness leave days per school year
• Professional Development Days Funds
• Professional Growth - potential to move along the salary scale throughout the school year after completion of additional credits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Multilingual stipend, if eligible
• University Voucher Program

* this applies to regular educators, half-time or greater.
ENDORSEMENT REQUIREMENT: Physical Education (Adapted Physical Education Specialization preferred)
COMPENSATION: $55,539 - $108,071(Annual salary based on 1.0 FTE)
WORK YEAR: 193 day
FTE: 1.0