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Form of workSpringfield Public Schools is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, including candidates who may come from less traditional professional backgrounds. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job posting. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications outlined in the job posting.
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. Posting Opens: Thursday, November 2, 2023 Posting Closes: Open Until Filled (submit your application materials by Tuesday, November 7, 2023 in order to be considered during the initial application review process) Salary and BenefitsThe salary range is $42,103 - $91,215 depending on education/experience plus a generous benefit plan https://www.springfield.k12.or.us/Page/3298 . Salary will be pro-rated based on hire date.
About the DistrictSpringfield Public Schools is located in Springfield, Oregon, in the heart of the Willamette Valley, and serves 185 square miles of the city of Springfield and East/Central Lane County. We are directly to the East of Eugene, where the University of Oregon is located. We currently have approximately 10,000 students, over 1,400 staff members and over 600 teachers in our kindergarten through grade 12 school district.
Springfield Public Schools believes student success is our most important outcome. The success of our students depends on the collective community coming together to support "Every Student, Every Day" throughout their K-12 education. Springfield Public Schools commits to honoring the dignity of every student by creating just, equitable, and fully welcoming environments for learning.
About the PositionSpringfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Temporary Grade 7 Math/Science teacher at Thurston Middle School. To support this work, successful candidates will possess the following characteristics that support our vision of Every Student, Every Day and share our values:A belief that every student can and will learn;The desire to eliminate inequities in student achievement;The motivation to foster safe, healthy and engaging environments;A commitment to promote an inclusive culture that draws on the assets of students, staff and community.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge and experience with Middle School-aged students;Strong understanding of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) for academics and social/emotional/behaviorKnowledge and experience working in a school or district that implements the concepts of Response to Intervention (RtI);Knowledge of school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS);Demonstrated understanding of, and responsiveness to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize a K-12 school community in a manner specific to the position;Strong student relationship building skills and the ability to establish a sound system of classroom routines and management;Establishes effective, collaborative working relationships with diverse staff, student and community populations.Ability to effectively manage and supervise students and their work.Minimum QualificationsA valid state of Oregon teaching license, or the ability to get one, with both Foundational Math AND Foundational Science endorsements ;Successfully pass fingerprinting, criminal, Oregon Department of Education, and TSPC background checks.Other NotesThis is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job posting is not a contract of employment or a promise of guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment.
The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable. How to ApplyAll postings/applications go through TalentEd Hire. Go to www.springfield.k12.or.us http://www.springfield.k12.or.us/ and click on the "Join Our Team" link.
Locate the Licensed Postings button and click on the link, which takes you to TalentEd Hire. Incomplete applications may not be considered. A complete application includes the following:Current resume;Complete application form including criminal history, drug-screen consent and affirmative action information forms on TalentEd Hire;Equity and Inclusion written statement (see prompt in application);Complete set of college/university transcripts (official or unofficial);At least three (3) current letters of recommendation from persons qualified to comment on your skills, abilities, and/or preparation for the position.An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity EmployerSpringfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender or sexual orientation in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law.
If you have any complaints, please contact Human Resources at (541) 726-3203.It is our policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility: Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension.
Disabled Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicant's veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215).For veterans' preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted at the time of application submission.
