Resource ROOM Teacher | Probationary | FTE | Springville Elementary & Rock Creek Elementary

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

This is a full-time position. The person in this role will be the 0.5 Resource Room teacher at Rock Creek and the 0.5 Resource Room teacher s person will work closely with the full time Resource Teacher at both schools. The weekly schedule for this position will be determined once building schedules have been created and we can talk with the Special Education Teams at each site.

Rock Creek is located at 4125 NW 185th Ave, Portland, OR 97229. Springville is located at 6655 NW Joss Ave, Portland, OR 97229. The two schools are about 2.5 miles apart.

As a member of the Special Education Teams at Rock Creek and Springville, this position requires a strong partnership between the other Resource Room teacher, the Speech and Language Pathologist, and the School Psychologist at each school. Together the Special Education team works closely with the counseling team, the administrative team, and the Academic Support team to create pathways to success for all students requiring more academic support.

We are looking for candidates with Resource Room experience as well as a strong understanding of IDEA, IEP, and the associated paperwork. At both Rock Creek and Springville, we actively strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for every student and staff member. Candidates must be positive, flexible, student‑centered, and must approach all learning with an equity lens and a deep understanding of social‑emotional learning.

The Special Education Teacher plans and implements an instructional program that fosters learning and growth for students with disabilities. The Special Education teacher creates a supportive learning environment that enables acquisition of skills and knowledge, and guides students toward reaching their academic, social, intellectual, and physical potential.

See Job Description here.

• Paid Time Off:
  Paid sick leave plus four personal days per year.
• Health and Welfare:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Work/Life and Wellness:
  Assistance Program and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: PERS Retirement System, 403(b), and 457(b) options.
• Life Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement: up to 12 quarter hour credits per cycle for an advanced degree, certification, courses, workshops, or conferences.
• Career Advancement Programs:
  University partnerships for career pathway opportunities.
• Professional Development:
  Programs and classes via Kickup Workplace Development.
• Mentor Programs:
  Dedicated mentors for new teachers with a confidential teacher‑driven model.
• BIPOC Affinity Mentors: opportunities for newly hired educators of color through a support network.
• Bilingual Proficiency & Other Stipends: for employees proficient in Spanish; stipend for some competitive positions.

* Rules and considerations vary depending on the employee's contract.

$60,793- $121,804 annually based on 194‑day contract (2026‑27 salary schedule, not including intern rate)

7:30-3:30