High School SPED Teacher; FTE

High School Special Education Teacher (1.0 FTE)

Gaston School District is a 2A school district located 35 miles southwest of Portland, Oregon. This small‑town district offers convenient access to Portland, the Oregon Coast, Mt. Hood skiing, and many recreational opportunities. The district operates a unified campus in the City of Gaston, serving students from Preschool through 12th grade.

Hiring a High School Special Education Teacher for the 2026‑27 school year. Required qualifications include an Oregon Teaching License, valid TSPC license with Special Education endorsements for grades 7‑12, and a high‑qualified status. The teacher will design, implement, and assess instructional programs for students in special education across self‑contained, team, departmental, or itinerant settings.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that meet district curriculum requirements and include written evidence of preparation.
• Prepare lessons that accommodate differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Oregon Department of Education, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment tailored to students’ needs.
• Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Cooperate with classroom teachers to modify curriculum for special education students per IEP guidelines.
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in line with district requirements.
• Plan and supervise teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Manage assigned caseload accurately and efficiently.
• Adhere to deadlines for completing required special‑education paperwork.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs for each student.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Collect student performance data to determine progress towards IEP goals and objectives.
• Serve as a positive role model, supporting the mission of Gaston School District.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Utilize effective communication skills to present information efficiently, accurately, and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and documents.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Perform duties professionally, ethically, and responsibly.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding personnel and student information.
• Adhere to safety rules and policies of the GSD safety program.
• Support district goals and objectives and follow all policy.
• Attend work regularly and reliably to avoid disruption to district operations.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assist with supervision of assigned teacher aide(s) and department schedules.

• Oregon Teaching License with highly qualified status.
• Demonstrated instructional skills, including strong reading, writing, and math techniques and strategies.
• Effective communication skills with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Ability to collaborate with grade‑level teammates and other staff on lesson and program design.
• Work initiative and leadership skills.
• Ability to assess students and use data for instruction; excellent computer skills preferred.
• Willingness to serve on building and/or district committees.

Placement on the negotiated licensed salary agreement, a competitive salary range of $47,985 to $92,593 per year, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, contingent upon the negotiated contract. Please note, salary figures are based on the 2025‑26 structure; final compensation for 2026‑27 is subject to collective bargaining negotiations.

Gaston School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Linda Smith, Assistant Business Manager
300 Park Street
Gaston, Oregon 97119
Phone: 503‑985‑0210
Email: smithl