MIDDLE SCHOOL STEAM TEACHER ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT GRANT FUNDED

JOB SUMMARY The Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA): (1) Serves as part of the Leadership Team within a school facilitating job-embedded and ongoing professional reflection and learning for teachers. (2) Provides direct student instruction as a lead teacher in our Middle School Maker Spaces. (3) Provides guidance for teachers to enhance content knowledge and instructional strategies as it pertains to standards and best practices in Science, Career Technical Education (CTE), and Career Connected Learning. (4) Develops unit maps and daily lesson plans for projects rooted in appropriate grade level science and engineering standards. (5) Manages consumable materials at the school. (6) Develops skills and strategies using different technologies in our Maker Space tools and software programs. (7) Provide professional development for fellow educators. (8) Collaborate with Elementary and Secondary Career Technical Education leaders, community partners, and engage in future training. (9) In collaboration with high school CTE instructors, grow CTE Cadet Instructors at the school through independent study. (10) Collaborate at the district level to grow CTE programming and professional learning.

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED

• Motivated and self-sufficient.
  
• Works independently and collaborates with district educators.
  
• Exceptional communication skills.
  
• Exemplary classroom management skills.
  
• Expertise and prior experience preferred working with Maker Space tools such as Glow Forge, 3-D Printers, Cricut, Lego robotics, and coding software preferred.
  
• Prior experience in the design and implementation of Career Connected Learning lessons embedded into Science curriculum. and provide NGSS implementation support preferred.
  
• Proven ability to braid Science Standards/CTE Pathway.
  
• Cultural Competence
  
• Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish
  
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and create an inclusive learning environment.
  
• Sensitivity to the cultural backgrounds and needs of students and their families.
  

Experience: Proven expertise in teaching, classroom management, and an interest in technology.

Education: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree. CTE Endorsement or LCA required; District will sponsor the right candidate in obtaining CTE Endorsement.

Certification Required: Current Oregon Licensed Teacher Certification.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend complex technical language. Ability to write memos and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one small group situations.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense to carry out accurate and clear written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and may be continuously required to stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee may be required to sit at a desk and use a computer for long periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Works in a school environment. Able to use a telephone, operate a computer, and use other office equipment. Able to drive to other program sites and meetings.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The current licensed teacher Calendar applies to this position. Performance will be evaluated in accordance with board policy on evaluation of Licensed personnel.

CLASSIFICATION

Full time, probationary position; working at Chehalem Valley Middle School and Mountain View Middle School;

GRANT FUNDED.

CALENDAR/BENEFITS

Work Hours:

8 hours per day; 190 days starting August 25th, with an additional 2 New Hire Orientation Days paid by time sheet.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range TBD based on upcoming licensed contract negotiations of 2025-2026 contract. (2024-2025 salary range $48,741 - $100,225).

Newberg Public Schools pays 6% PERS contribution, eligible for health insurance benefits of other licensed educators in the district, prorated at 85% of the maximum insurance benefit, provides a generous insurance cap, long-term disability and life insurance. Optional Life, AD&D insurance, Short Term Disability, Tax Shelter Annuities, Section 125 health and dependent care accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development and Employee Assistance Program through Canopy are available to all staff. Coaching opportunities are also available.

The information contained in this job description for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar. Positions and additional duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job may be made. Newberg Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Actively Seeks Minority Applicants. The District complies with Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Requirements Applicants who best meet the requirements of the position will be invited for an interview.