Supervising Teacher
Oregon School for the Deaf
Salem, Oregon
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Compensation:
1.0 FTE position based on 220- day contract
Annual Salary range: $68,709 - $111,241 (depending on education and experience)
Supervising Teachers also receive an ASL Bilingual Differential of 5%
The Oregon School for the Deaf is hiring a Supervising Teacher!
About Us:
Our Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD), located in Salem, Oregon, provides direct 24-hour educational and residential services to approximately 130 students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, kindergarten through age 21. OSD also acts as a resource to the entire state, providing special activities, consultation, and educational services to students, professionals, families, and the public.
All students enrolled at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) are entitled to the best education that our resources can provide. Each student is valued as a unique individual, to be treated with dignity, in an atmosphere where individual differences are accepted. The ideal candidates are committed to ensuring that students reach their maximum potential in ASL and English, while also supporting their individual communication needs.
Please enjoy a video from OSD Director, Sharla Jones: Welcome Message.
What You Will Do:
The academic program at the Oregon School for the Deaf consists of three departments and two programs. Each component of our academic program is designed to equip our students with the necessary tools and skills to succeed at every developmental stage. Our staff work together to ensure that every student receives the support they need to flourish as individuals and prepare for their future beyond school.
As our Supervising Teacher, you administer the academic program including curriculum, textbook selection and adoption, and supporting teachers through lesson plans, syllabi, placing charts, and aligning with Common Core State Standards, directing and facilitating large annual conferences, mentoring and evaluating student teachers and interns, and facilitating professional development and trainings.
View the complete position description here.
What We Are Looking For:
Special Qualifications:
A Master’s Degree in Deaf Education
An Oregon Principal or Professional License, the ability to obtain, or in the process of obtaining at the time of hire. For information on how to apply for an Oregon teaching license and/or certificate you may contact the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission by calling (503) 378-3586 or at their website at http://www.oregon.gov/tspc.
ASLPI Level 3 or SLPI:ASL Intermediate or better upon hire. You must provide OSD with certification that you are ASLPI or SLPI:ASL certified within 12 weeks of start date.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
Experience working in Deaf Education.
Experience in various aspects of school administration.
Experience and/or training in Bilingual Education methodology.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective learning climate in the school.
Ability to supervise school personnel for the purpose of monitoring performance, providing for professional growth and achieving overall objectives of the school's instructional program.
Ability to facilitate the development, revisions and evaluation of the curriculum and instructional services.
Ability to develop school plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline and conduct of students as established in district procedures.
Ability to serve as liaison between the school and community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging community involvement with the school.
Ability to provide direction to others and to make independent judgments.
Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers and community.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrated strong personal and professional honesty, integrity, and fairness.
Our Amazing Benefits:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
Paid days off –
11 paid holidays per year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
To compete for this position, please submit the following:
A Professional Resume
A Cover Letter
The screening of candidates will be based on a review of the cover letter and attached resume. Candidates whose backgrounds most closely match the requested skills and desired attributes as outlined in this announcement will be invited to an interview.
Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions about the application process. Failure to complete these steps may result in the disqualification of your application.
About Salem, Oregon:
Salem, Oregon’s state capital city, is in the center of Willamette Valley. This area, dotted with cities, farms, wineries, and forests, is considered one of the most livable in the country - offering a low cost of living, good schools, and year-round pleasant weather.
Salem is known for its history, government institutions, and natural beauty. The city is home to many historic landmarks, including the Oregon State Capitol building, which features a distinctive gold-plated dome. Other notable attractions include the Willamette Heritage Center, the Hallie Ford Museum of Art, and the Bush House Museum.
Salem is also surrounded by beautiful landscapes, including the Cascade Mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. There are many outdoor recreational opportunities in the area, including hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing.
Salem is located less than one hour from Oregon’s major metropolitan area, Portland, and is approximately an hour and a half from the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountain range, and beautiful Mt. Hood.
Salem is a diverse and thriving community with a strong economy, quality education system, and many cultural events and festivals throughout the year. It is a great place to live, work, and visit for people of all ages and interests.
Additional Information:
Salary Range: The range listed is the PERS salary range. If you are not a current Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating member, your base salary will decrease by 6.95% for the first six months of employment.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which includes a fingerprint-based records check, as a condition of employment.
Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate, you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3) within three days of hire for employment verification.
If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Cassie Graham via email cassie.graham@ode.oregon.gov or call/text 503-551-6308.
