Middle School Science​/Math Teacher - FTE at Hood River Middle School

Position: Middle School Science/Math Teacher - 1.0 FTE at Hood River Middle School
This posting will remain "Open until filled". This is a Regular, 1.0 FTE position and will begin with the 2026/27 school year in August 2026.

Application Process:

Current District Regular and Temporary (through June 30, 2026) Employees:
Submit your letter of interest in Talent Ed/Applicant Tracking. Outline your qualifications in your letter.

External Applicants (Including Substitutes and District Coaches):

Submit an electronic application through Talent Ed/Applicant Tracking (link on District website or  )

• Include a letter of interest, addressed to Rolland Hayden - Hood River Middle School Principal
• Three (3) recent letters of reference, or provide the names and contact information for three (3) professional references;
• Current resume;
• Copy of License or proof of licensure, if not on file with the District Office.
  Note: Official college transcripts will be required upon hire, if not already on file at the District Office.

All materials need to be included in your Talent Ed/Recruit & Hire application.

JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT:

The job of "Teacher - Classroom (Secondary)" is done for the purpose of developing students' academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

This position is anticipated to teach 6th grade science and 7th grade math.

Essential Job Functions:

• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations, goals, etc.
• Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
• Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments and/or skills (e.g. lab experiments, athletic techniques, etc.) for the purpose of providing the students with the necessary skills to perform the tasks safely and/or accurately.
• Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.
• Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Maintains consistent and predictable attendance to meet the needs of the students and the expectations of the District.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
• Reports 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, district and/or school policies.

Other Job Functions:

• Assists other personnel as required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Oregon Teaching License with a Foundational Mathematics and a Foundational Science endorsement (minimum) or advanced endorsements in Math and Science, or the ability to readily obtain.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance. Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.
• Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code, appropriate instructional subjects.
• Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/ field of vision.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior middle school Math and Science teaching experience preferred. Experience using differentiated instructional strategies preferred.

Experience with sheltered instruction and…