SALARY: $49,638.36-$92,138.12 DOE
Annual Special Education Stipend $1,240.73
Hiring Bonus: All new hire teachers that are properly licensed and endorsed (meaning- not on an emergency license, restricted license, or with a conditional assignment endorsement) will receive the signing bonus. For staff that are not properly licensed or endorsed, they shall receive the bonus once properly licensed/endorsed (within three years of hire) and will be paid as defined below as much as possible. This bonus will not be extended to current District teachers or former District teachers (including retirees) who left the district in the last five years. The signing bonus will be paid in three payments: Year one (1): $2,500; Year two (2): $1,500; and Year three (3) $1,000. Prorated based upon FTE. Insurance: Generous Health, dental, and vision contribution from the district, currently up to $2,130 (based upon family coverage), TBD for 2024-2025.
PERS Retirement: The district assumes and pays the 6% average employee contribution to the Oregon PERS system. Benefits to working at KFCS: Student loan forgiveness for those who qualify. Teacher mentoring program for teachers new to the profession. Opportunity to work with a diverse student population. District-supported child care is available.
SCHEDULE: 190 Days + 3 days new teacher inservice
Benefits to working at KFCS:
Student loan forgiveness for those who qualify.
Teacher mentoring program for teachers new to the profession.
Opportunity to work with a diverse student population.
District-supported child care is available.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g. behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
Develop and implement annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
Provide consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom adaptions, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Collaborate with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
Schedule team meetings and work cooperatively with team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
Prepare a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
Serve as primary contact for the parent.
Conduct special education evaluations and reevaluations in collaboration with district evaluation team.
Provide direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed.
Participates in and/or coordinates a variety of meetings (e.g. IEP, Department, School) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code and school policies.
Comply with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
Complete all district and state reporting requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
Thorough knowledge of Techniques in evaluation and assessment of learning and human development.
Thorough knowledge of behavior management and communication techniques.
Thorough knowledge of computer technology and other equipment used in the workplace, as required by the position.
Skills and Abilities:
Have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
Possess the physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Adhere to the federal requirements of a drug-free workplace
Will perform the duties as required by the Teachers Standards and Practices Commission (OAR 584-20-000 to 035).
Read, understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions.
Accurately transfer, record and convey information, materials and money, as required by the position.
Must communicate clearly and appropriately in speech and in writing in accordance with educational standards.
Must complete all required special education forms and processes within specific time lines.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee will work with groups of students and on a one-to-one basis. Supervision and instructional responsibilities require the employee to be able to stand for up to 45 consecutive minutes and move rapidly to intervene in situations where a student's safety is being jeopardized. The supervision may also occur during times of inclement weather. The employee needs to be able to lift materials, boxes or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
The employee must be tolerant yet assertive in order to communicate effectively in confrontational and emotional situations involving students and their parents/guardians.
Confidentiality is a top priority for the person in this position.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Hold or qualify for an Oregon teaching license through Teacher Standards and Practices Commission with the proper endorsement/authorization.
Demonstrated ability to teach students to be successful learners through student teaching, internship or temporary/regular teaching experience.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSING:
Special Education Teaching Endorsement, required.
The statements herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of the job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work and physical requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work or otherwise to balance the workload.
