Elementary Teacher- Mills Elementary School

Elementary Teacher – Mills Elementary School (Starting the  School Year)

Klamath Falls City Schools – Mills Elementary School, Klamath Falls, OR

Job : 5742181

Starting Date: August 24, 2026

Salary Range: $53,683.89 – $99,647.38

Position Type: Regular

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
Elementary

Klamath Falls City Schools is seeking an exceptional educator to join the team at Mills Elementary School – a school making significant investments in student support, instructional excellence, and teacher success.

Mills Elementary serves an incredible group of students with diverse academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional needs. We are looking for a teacher who believes deeply in the potential of all students and wants to be part of a school committed to creating meaningful opportunities and strong outcomes for kids.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a school that is:

• Increasing classroom and student support staff
• Strengthening instructional systems
• Improving school wide behavior supports
• Increasing coaching and professional learning
• Intentionally building systems that allow teachers to focus more fully on instruction and student relationships

At Mills Elementary, teachers will work within a highly collaborative environment focused on:

• Strong relationships with students
• Highly engaging instruction
• Active student participation
• Ensuring every student experiences success every day

Mills Elementary is intentionally building systems designed to support teachers and protect instructional time.

These supports include:

• Dedicated copy clerk support so instructional materials and copies are prepared ahead of time
• Dedicated student support staff who help ensure classrooms are prepared and ready for learning each day
• Additional student support personnel to assist with behavior and student needs
• Increased instructional coaching and collaboration
• Apprentice teachers who provide classroom support and instructional continuity when teachers are absent so student learning never stops

The goal is simple: allow teachers to spend more time focused on teaching, planning instruction, building relationships, and supporting students.

We are seeking educators who:

• Build strong relationships with students and families
• Believe all students can succeed
• Thrive in collaborative environments
• Value strong instructional practices
• Embrace highly engaging instruction
• Want to make a lasting impact in the lives of students

We are looking for educators who want to be part of meaningful school improvement work and who are passionate about helping students succeed both academically and personally.

In recognition of the additional commitment and instructional work taking place at Mills Elementary, the district anticipates being able to offer:

• A 2% one‑time incentive payment for staff working at Mills Elementary during implementation year
• An ongoing 2% compensation increase connected to an expanded instructional day designed to provide students with additional learning opportunities and support

These additional supports reflect the district’s commitment to investing in both students and staff at Mills Elementary School.

Salary Range: $53,683.89 – $99,647.38 (depending on education and experience)

Start Date:

August 24, 2026

• Hold or qualify for a valid Oregon Teaching License issued by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC)
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and staff
• Commitment to high expectations and strong instructional practices for all students
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team‑based instructional environment
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting the academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional success of students
• Responsibility to obtain and maintain all required trainings, certifications, and licensure
• Must have regular and reliable attendance and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position

This is more than a teaching position.

It is an opportunity to:

• Help shape the future of a school
• Work within a highly supportive instructional environment
• Receive ongoing coaching and collaboration
• Make a meaningful difference for students who need exceptional educators the most

If you are passionate about students, believe in the power of strong instruction and relationships, and want to be part of exciting and meaningful work, we encourage you to apply.

Klamath Falls City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Chelsea Woods, Mills Elementary Principal
• Mills Elementary School, Klamath Falls, OR
• Phone: 541‑883‑4754
• Email: woodsc.or.us