Temporary School Counselor for Fairfield Elementary School

Temporary School Counselor for Fairfield Elementary School

Bethel School District 52 Fairfield Elementary - Eugene, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in BETHEL SD 52

Job : 5881487

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Contract Days: 192

Bethel School District is seeking appropriately licensed candidates for a Temporary 1.0 FTE School Counselor for the  school year for Fairfield Elementary School.

Candidates who are licensed or will have the ability to be licensed by Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission by the start of the  school year are encouraged to apply.

We are actively recruiting the best candidates for teaching positions, especially those from non-traditional backgrounds. Bilingual and/or bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and will receive preferential consideration.

Bilingual candidates and candidates experienced in working with bilingual students and families will receive preferential consideration.

Salary Range: $50,285 to $ 101,477 (depending on experience, and education)

Contract Days: 192

Generous Benefits Package including:
Full family, medical, dental, and vision with Pacific Source Insurance and a Comprehensive Employee Wellness Program

About Bethel

With about5,000 students in 9 schools, Bethel School District is committed to excellence in every aspect of its operation. Bethel School District is located in northwest Eugene in Oregon’s picturesque Willamette Valley. Approximately two hours south of Portland, Eugene is home to the University of Oregon and enjoys a mild climate, wonderful recreation opportunities, and a friendly atmosphere.

The Bethel community is centered around its schools and has demonstrated a high degree of trust in the school district. A $99.3 million bond measure was approved in November 2020 with a 66% Yes vote. It is the largest bond in District History. Bethel School District employees are proud of being part of what is affectionately known as the Bethel Family.

Bethel believes in supporting the wholestudent and offers

• Counseling, Music, and PE Specialists in every school
• Free meals for all students, K - 12
• Middle School Robotics, Culinary and Digital Design programs
• Robust Career and Technical Education and college courses preparation courses at Willamette High School
• Farm-to-school experiences for students through the Bethel Farm
• Trauma-informed and Restorative Practices implemented K
  -12
• Sources of Strength supported throughout the District

Our Mission

To create relevant, responsive, and joyful learning communities where all students thrive.

We Believe

• We believe that every Bethel student can find joy, connection, and purpose at school when given the opportunity to learn, grow, and engage.
• We believe each student arrives in our schools with a unique and diverse range of strengths, skills, and perspectives that we must honor and uplift.
• We believe that we are accountable for implementing equitable systems that are relevant, responsive, and adaptable to the needs of our students.
• We believe our schools will be places where students, families, and staff are welcomed and valued as members of our Bethel team.

Supports Offered

Newly hired teachers receive the following support:

• Robust mentoring from a veteran teacher (staff new to the teaching profession or 1 - 2 years out of a teacher education program)
• K-5 instructional coaching with a Literacy Coach
• Week-long
  
  New Teacher Academyprior to inservice week
• On-goingcoaching and support
• Opportunities to visit and observe colleagues
• Professional Development in the science of reading including word recognition and language comprehension strategies, explicit small group instruction, culturally responsive instructional practices, RTII and MTSS process and data analysis, equity and trauma informed practices, and professional learning communities

Applying:

A cover letter is required with your application. Your cover letter should address the following.

Successful candidates will:

• Firmly believe that all students will learn and improve - create a growth-mindset culture in the classroom
• Maintain…