Bethel School District is seeking dynamic candidates for the position of Assistant Principal at Willamette School for the 2023 - 24 School Year. Candidates must have strong instructional leadership, be able to effectively problem-solve, and work collaboratively with the Willamette community. With a student-centered focus, the Assistant Principal supports the principal and joins an administrative team committed to promoting academic excellence, personal growth for students, and equitable access to opportunities for all students.
We are actively recruiting the best candidates for teaching positions, especially those from non-traditional backgrounds. Bilingual and/or bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and will receive preferential consideration.
We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet all of the qualifications or do not currently possess a teaching license. If you have questions about teacher licensure, please contact Remie Calalang, Assistant Superintendent, by email or phone, 541.689.3280.
About Bethel
With approximately 5,500 students in 11 schools, Bethel School District is committed to excellence in every aspect of its operation. Bethel School District is located in northwest Eugene in Oregon’s picturesque Willamette Valley. Approximately two hours south of Portland, Eugene is home to the University of Oregon and enjoys a mild climate, wonderful recreation opportunities, and a friendly atmosphere.
The Bethel community is centered around its schools and has demonstrated a high degree of trust in the school district. A $99.3 million bond measure was approved in November 2020 with a 66% Yes vote. It is the largest bond in District History. Bethel School District employees are proud of being part of what is affectionately known as the Bethel Family.
Bethel believes in supporting the whole child and offers
Counseling, Music, and PE Specialists in every school
Free breakfast for all students, K - 12
Middle School Robotics, Culinary and Digital Design programs
Robust Career and Technical Education and college courses at Willamette HS
Farm-to-school experiences for students through the Bethel Farm
Trauma-informed and Restorative Practices implemented K -12
Sources of Strength supported throughout the District
Bethel Schools are committed to creating safe, caring, mutually respectful environments where all students are honored and valued for their diverse cultural backgrounds, and strengths and abilities in every instructional practice and school activity to support academic achievement and student success.
A cover letter is required with your application. Your cover letter should address the following.
Successful Candidates Will:
Firmly believe that all students will learn and improve - create a growth-mindset culture throughout the school
Possess strong academic training and content knowledge
Have extensive knowledge and experience demonstrating good instructional practices and the ability to provide instructional coaching and feedback
Support individual educators, school teams and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to strengthen their instructional practices within the context of reducing barriers for students
Use data to inform decisions
Connect well with students, staff, families and the school community – be open to learning about others, especially those who may be different from you
Exhibit strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Incorporate feedback and professional learning into practices
Maintain collaborative and collegial relationships with building staff, other administrators and district staff (be a team player)
Participate in opportunities to learn, show a strong willingness to grow and maintain an interest in improving
Recognize students’ different needs, abilities and interests and be flexible to adjust instruction to meet those needs, abilities and interests
Support school and district initiatives to develop, implement and evaluate multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)
Promote the school and district with staff, students, families and the community
Strive to support and maintain a strong professional learning community that encourages academic excellence for all students
Possess skills and abilities to effectively coach and evaluate assigned staff
Maintain a high standard of ethics in all professional relationships, actions and decision
Actively participate in managing operational and school activities
To apply, please follow the link to TalentEd Recruit and Hire
Applicants need to submit the following with their application:
Complete application
Current résumé
Copy of administrative license
3 current letters of reference, preferably from current and previous evaluator or supervisor
Please note that faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Approximate start date is July 24, 2023.
Minimum qualifications:
Oregon Administrator License
3 Years Teaching experience
Culturally proficient skills and strategies
New staff must be fully vaccinated to meet the COVID-19 vaccine mandate or have an approved exception.
Highly desirable qualifications:
Bilingual or multilingual abilities, preferably Spanish/English
Experience working in richly diverse school communities and environments
Strong Knowledge of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
Strong Knowledge of Response to Intervention Strategies
For information regarding this position please contact Remie Calalang, Assistant Superintendent
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Application screening to begin on March 1, 2023
