LOCATION: Jefferson County SD 509-J (District-wide)
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
POSITION BEGINS: August 5, 2024
This position is to develop, coordinate, and teach in our newly developed behavior program. All special education teaching positons currently include a $10,000 annual stipend. In addition, this position will include 20 extra paid days for the develpment and coordination of the program.
EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION
Jefferson County School District is committed to seeing every student realize their full potential while receiving a top-tier education. Our small Central Oregon community is rich in culture and beauty, providing some of the greatest assets Oregon has to offer. You’ll find breathtaking views, an abundance of outdoor activities and plenty of unique and enriching community events. It’s the perfect place to make an impact on the world, one student at a time.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Student Support Specialist/Behavior Teacher provides support to students enrolled in an elementary intensive behavior program within Jefferson County School District 509-J. The Student Support Specialist/Behavior Teacher also supports families in obtaining access to other community services. Responsibilities include the planning and management of daily activities to meet the academic/social skills/behavior goals established for students. Additionally, the Student Support Specialist may provide small group social skills instructions and collaborate with other professionals in meeting the diverse academic/social/emotional/behavior needs of students. The teacher participates in the hiring, training, and direction of supported educational assistants.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Valid TSPC endorsement in special education, or willingness and ability to obtain.
- Training or willingness to gain training in crisis intervention and collaborative problem solving
- Have standards of moral character as required of all Oregon licensed educators (OAR 584-005-0005).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters Degree in social work, counseling, or clinical psychology.
- Three years of successful classroom teaching experience with elementary students with challenging behavior.
- Knowledge & experience with alternative learning methods, thorough knowledge of functional behavioral assessment and experience with designing behavior intervention plans.
- Training and experience with cognitive behavioral interventions
COMPENSATION
- 190-day contract
- Salary: $45,724-$92,239 (2024-25 salary schedule TBD)
- 20 extra days (stipend) for the creation and coordination of this program
- $10,000 SPED Stipend
- Support to earn SPED endorsement
- Family medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance, AD&D, Long term disability included (Optional insurances available)
- Sick leave and Personal/Emergency leave
- JCSD 509-J pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Interested candidates are required to apply at the following link: http://jeffersonco.tedk12.com/hire with application, letter of interest, résumé, current references and letters of recommendation.
Visit our website at: http://jcsd.k12.or.us/
Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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