FTE Spanish Teacher La Pine MIddle and High School - Regular

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.

Bend-La Pine School District is seeking a Classroom Teacher. The Classroom Teacher will motivate, assist and guide the learning of students, including their prescribed instruction, discipline, safety and health while under the supervision of the site administrator. The Classroom Teacher will also lead each student toward the fulfillment of his/her potential for intellectual, physical, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation by providing appropriate instruction to each student.

The Classroom Teacher reports to the school principal.

• Identifies the needs of individual students by continuous assessment of their abilities.
• Uses identified student needs to plan instruction.
• Writes instructional plans.
• Uses a variety of appropriate methods and materials to implement instructional plans.
• Manages the classroom to create the optimum learning conditions.
• Makes appropriate application of learning theory to meet the needs of students.
• Evaluates and reports student progress.
• Assists with the planning and conduction of parent conferences.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Provides plans for and supervises educational assistants.
• Supervises students in and out of the classroom.
• Initiates and maintains communication with colleagues.
• Assists in the assessment of building level needs and the planning required to meet those needs.
• Attends meetings and serves on committees as directed.
• Fulfills all appropriate responsibilities assigned to the Classroom Teacher.
• Fulfills other related duties as assigned or assumed.

• Current concepts, methods and procedures for curriculum development and implementation.
• Laws, rules, policies and trends regarding instruction.
• Evaluation techniques.
• Essential Learning Skills and Common Curriculum Goals.
• Human development and learning.
• Behavior management techniques.
• Communication techniques.
• Computer technology.
• School district policies and procedures.

• Develop appropriate curriculum.
• Interpret and comply with laws, rules and policies.
• Evaluate student needs and progress.
• Implement competency-based instruction.
• Make appropriate application of learning principles.
• Maintain acceptable student behavior.
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues and students.
• Read, understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Apply an understanding of English, reading, spelling, mathematics and other subjects as related to the position.
• Deal with students, teachers, administrators, supervisor, and the public in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Learn the operation of computers and other equipment used in the work, as required by the position.
• Accurately transfer, record and convey information, materials, and money as required by the position.
• Verbalize concepts and communicate effectively in person and over the phone using a pleasant and well-modulated voice.
• Establish and maintain accurate record keeping systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, co-workers, supervisor, and the public.
• Make mathematical calculations accurately.
• Write or print legibly.
• Obtain or possess a valid Oregon driver’s license and maintain an insurable status for automobile and liability coverage, as required by the position.
• Abide by confidentiality requirements.
• Demonstrate high standards of moral character and behavior as required of the teachers by serving as an effective role model for students.
• Adhere to the federal requirement for a drug-free workplace.
• Hold a valid first aid card.
• Learn to deal with bodily fluids.
• Maintain a high level of commitment to the completion of all tasks.

Completion of course work satisfying the requirement for issuance of a valid Oregon Teaching License with appropriate endorsement in the designated assignment. Demonstrated ability to teach students to be successful learners through student teaching, internship or temporary/regular teaching experience.

Hold or be eligible to qualify for an Oregon Teaching License.

Employees of Bend-La Pine Schools are expected to adhere to all policies and regulations, ensuring compliance with established procedures and expectations. They are to prioritize the well-being of students, aligning their conduct with the core values of public education and the mission, vision, and goals of Bend-La Pine Schools. This entails maintaining consistent and punctual attendance while adhering to site and/or district protocols for reporting absences.

Professionalism extends to personal presentation, with employees…