Elem Learning Specialist, Resource Rm., Gr. K-5 FTE), Perm

Elementary School Learning Specialist

This position will work with grades K-5 in the Dual Language Immersion Program. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.

We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

The Learning Specialist is primarily responsible for effective teaching and learning of the assigned subject(s) following district approved curriculum, instruction and assessment practices. As a Learning Specialist, employee may teach in a variety of elementary and/or secondary educational settings to include but not limited to life skills (Structured Learning Center
- Academics), behavior development (Structured Learning Center
- Behavior), communications, and learning Resource/Support. Primary responsibility shall include student safety and appropriate collaboration and attention to each student's readiness to learn including needed guidance, discipline, and welfare.

License Requirement:
Must hold or be able to obtain a valid Oregon Teaching License with a Special

Education:

Generalist endorsement.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful completion of a teacher certification program at an accredited college or university, and must hold or be able to obtain a valid Oregon Teaching License with a Special

Education:

Generalist endorsement. The Learning Specialist must have successful experience working successfully with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population. Successful teaching experience or demonstrated potential to effectively teach in a special education environment and knowledge and skill in applying IDEA requirements and procedures.

Possess analytical and diagnostic skill to assess student special needs and translate such needs into an effective instructional plan for the student. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate the individual development plan and to coach and support staff and teacher colleagues so that they may effectively implement their responsibilities under the plan. Ability to effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff verbally and in writing.

Commitment to collaboration and teaming and effectiveness in working within a professional learning community. Skill in classroom management and ability to achieve, support, and maintain acceptable student behavior. Knowledge of and ability to use appropriate and multiple assessment, instruction, and evaluation techniques. Knowledge of child and adolescent development and ability to apply that knowledge to the selection and application of curriculum materials and instructional practices.

Knowledge and skill in culturally responsive teaching and learning.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. North Clackamas School District policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preferences as required by law. The North Clackamas School District does not discriminate on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual's perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status.