Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher 6-12

Location: Pleasant Hill Middle/High School, Pleasant Hill, Oregon

Start Date: Aug 28, 2026

Salary: $45,211 to $88,655 per year, plus a $3,000 stipend for SPED endorsement

This position is responsible for providing special educational services to high and post‑high school students (9th grade to age 21) in a classroom setting, instructing students, maintaining discipline, and ensuring student academic achievement.

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within district resources.
• Assesses students for special education qualification, writes IEPs and behavioral plans, reviews IEPs, and chairs IEP meetings.
• Serves as special‑education case manager for assigned student population.
• Designs, instructs, and implements appropriate special‑education instruction in accordance with students’ needs, district curriculum, state standards, and student interests and abilities.
• Works with district staff to implement IEPs, verifies compliance with state and federal laws, and checks on student progress.
• Conducts assessments of students’ work and maintains accurate data on attendance, grades, and IEP progress.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with students’ needs and capabilities.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aides.
• Assists in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Assesses student accomplishments and maintains required records.
• Assigns relevant homework and grades papers, assignments, and assessments promptly and accurately.
• Prepares report cards and progress reports.
• Facilitates conferences with students and parents.
• Completes required paperwork in specified time and manner.
• Assists students with tracking assignments and managing behaviors.
• Supervises students in hallways, library, bus areas, and special events, ensuring safety and security.
• Assists administration in implementing policies and rules for student conduct.
• Maintains open communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Reports serious accidents, illnesses, or incidents affecting students.
• Maintains health and safety precautions for students and protects equipment.
• Maintains confidential records securely.
• Maintains certifications and training hours as required.
• Cooperates with staff in planning instructional goals, IEP modifications, curriculum, and methods.
• Obtains special training as directed for student needs.
• Professionally represents the school and district in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students.
• Complies with applicable district, state, local, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Attends work regularly and is punctual.

• Attends in-service trainings and staff meetings.
• Substitutes for other teachers as necessary.
• Participates in school and district level committees.
• Reports issues to authorities as necessary.

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and maintaining a safe environment.

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• Valid Oregon teaching license and Special Education endorsement.
• Background checks: fingerprints, criminal, Oregon Department of Education, and TSPC.
• Experience teaching special‑education students 6–12 preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds, manage conflicts, and maintain confidentiality.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to develop and implement IEPs.
• Proficiency in computer use, e‑mail, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Knowledge of child growth and development, behavior management, and district curriculum.
• Must hold CPR/First Aid Card.

Pleasant Hill School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation and provides preference to veterans and disabled veterans in accordance with applicable law.