Impactful Physics Teacher, FTE

Position Overview

Bend, Oregon 97703

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity, where equity supersedes equality. We remove barriers and promote inclusive practices so all students can fully benefit. This principle informs all policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.

Classroom Teacher

Reports to:

Site Administrator

The Classroom Teacher will motivate, assist, and guide students in their prescribed instruction, discipline, safety, and health while under school supervision. The Teacher will also lead each student toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, physical, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation by providing appropriate instruction. The Teacher reports to the school principal.

• Identifies individual student needs through continuous assessment.
• Uses student needs to plan instruction and writes instructional plans.
• Implements instructional plans with appropriate methods and materials.
• Manages the classroom to create optimal learning conditions.
• Applies learning theory to meet student needs.
• Evaluates and reports student progress.
• Assists in planning and conducting parent conferences.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Plans for and supervises educational assistants.
• Supervises students within and outside the classroom.
• Initiates and maintains communication with colleagues.
• Assists in assessing building‑level needs and planning requirements.
• Attends meetings and serves on committees as directed.
• Fulfills all responsibilities assigned to the Classroom Teacher.
• Fulfills other related duties as assigned or assumed.

Work is primarily indoors in a classroom setting, with occasional outdoor supervision, school activities, or field trips. The position requires prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and frequent movement. The role may involve lifting, carrying, or moving instructional materials or equipment. The employee may be exposed to moderate noise levels and a range of student behaviors. Participation in meetings, school events, conferences, professional responsibilities, and activities outside the regular instructional day may be required.

The teacher must perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Curriculum development and implementation concepts.
• Laws, rules, policies, and trends regarding instruction.
• Evaluation techniques.
• Essential Learning Skills and Common Curriculum Goals.
• Human development and learning.
• Behavior management techniques.
• Communication techniques.
• Computer technology.
• School district policies and procedures.

• Develop appropriate curriculum.
• Interpret and comply with laws, rules, and policies.
• Evaluate student needs and progress.
• Implement competency‑based instruction.
• Apply learning principles appropriately.
• Maintain acceptable student behavior.
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and students.
• Read, understand, and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Apply knowledge of English, reading, spelling, mathematics, and other subjects.
• Deal with students, teachers, administrators, supervisors, and the public pleasantly and courteously.
• Learn and use computers and other equipment as required.
• Accurately record and convey information, materials, and money as required.
• Communicate verbally in person and over the phone with a pleasant voice.
• Maintain accurate record‑keeping systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Perform mathematical calculations accurately.
• Produce legible written work.
• Possess a valid Oregon driver’s license and maintain insurable status for automobile and liability coverage.
• Abide by confidentiality requirements.
• Demonstrate high moral character and behavior as an effective role model.
• Adhere to the federal drug‑free workplace requirement.
• Hold a valid first aid card.
• Deal with bodily fluids appropriately.
• Maintain high commitment to task completion.

Completion of coursework satisfying the requirement for issuance of a valid Oregon Teaching License with the appropriate endorsement for the…