District Focus

North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for the position of an ELD Elementary Teacher. This will be a TEMPORARY position for the 26'-27' school year. We are very proud of our District and the teachers, administrators, and support staff that provides the best education possible for the children of our community.  Thank you for seeking this opportunity to be part of our team.  

District Mission: “Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready.”

The Gorge Lifestyle: 

The phrase Gorge Lifestyle alone speaks volumes. Located along the banks of the mighty Columbia River, just 84 miles east of Portland, The Dalles is the eastern gateway to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.  Outdoor enthusiasts find the Gorge to be a perfect environment to pursue wind, snow, and whitewater sports, road and mountain biking, hunting, fishing, hiking, golf and more!  Serving as a center of Native American trade for over 10,000 years and the end of the Oregon Trail, history buffs will find the area steeped in history and culture. The Dalles has a quaint and historic small town feel, with a population just over 13,000. Boasting a mere 14 inches of rain annually, The Dalles is home to bountiful agricultural products, including world-renowned cherries, grapes and wheat. It is home to Columbia Gorge Community College, which offers the first wind-power training program in the Pacific Northwest, Google’s Data Center, numerous orchards, vineyards, wineries, craft breweries and a thriving business community.

NWASCO Online: www.nwasco.k12.or.us

Application Process:  All application materials must be submitted electronically, as part of your TalentEd/Recruit & Hire application.  Include the following supplemental documents:

1. Letter of interest;
2. Current Resume;
3. Three (3) recent letters of reference
4. Copy of your Oregon Teaching License
5. Copy of Unofficial College Transcripts

SALARY:

$46,665-$93,402 (non-PERS)

$49,643-$99,362 (PERS)

Job Purpose Statement/s:  The ELD Education teacher promotes and develops successful ELD and supplemental Education tutorial services for ELD and performs related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract.  The teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents and students.  The ELD Education teacher also provides group and/or individual instruction for students who are identified as needing English as a Second Language services (ESL). 

Job Qualifications & Licensure:        

• BA/BS or higher degree (required) with a major in one or more of the following areas: Curriculum, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Reading, Early Childhood Education, or similar.
• Valid Oregon Teaching License and endorsement(s) from the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission in the State of Oregon; and displays a willingness to teach any qualified subject area.
• (Must meet Highly Qualified Requirements) with ESOL Certification.
• Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance. 
• Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code, appropriate instructional subjects. 

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities

The competent ELD Education teacher will:

• Implement a variety of assessment language proficiency and literacy instruments to determine student eligibility, instructional needs and progress.
• Provide a variety of appropriate instructional techniques and methods.
• Demonstrate knowledge of an ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective student learning.
• Prepare effectively for class instruction and daily lesson plans
• Provide instruction based on District ELD and content standards.
• Develop and communicate appropriate progress grading standards to students.
• Provide for communication in the parent’s home language when necessary.
• Develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with administration, staff, students and parents.
• Maintain professional communication with parents, staff members and students
• Instruct and direct assigned instructional assistants to maximize delivery of instructional services.
• Provide timely and accurate feedback/documentation of student academic growth to students, parents and appropriate staff members.
• Maintain appropriate records of student performance.
• Modify and monitor ELD placement and transition and individual tutorial services as appropriate.
• Maintain a current awareness of literature / activities in reading.
• Maintain an ongoing personal program of professional growth and development.
• Develop and implement annually an approved plan for professional growth and development.
• Participate in District sponsored in-service offerings appropriate to assignment.
• Coordinate and develop the ELD tutorial programs in the school based on guidelines established by the District and state and federal governments.
• Complete monthly caseload reports and required program, paperwork by specified time-lines.
• Assist mainstream teachers in using second language instructional strategies in the classroom.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the principal and/or superintendent.
• Perform duties in accordance with District policy and terms set forth in the negotiated agreement.
• Assist in the enforcement of school and District rules and policies
• Assume a share of responsibility for non-classroom student activities within the assigned workday.

This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities.  Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. 

Workplace Expectations:

• Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
• Have regular and punctual attendance.
• Confer regularly with other licensed staff and immediate supervisor.
• Follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority.
• Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague or District patron.

Complete Job Descriptions may be obtained at: 

www.nwasco.k12.or.us/Domain/51

Any offer of employment made by North Wasco County School District is contingent upon satisfactory results of: 

1. Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
2. Criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.

Biligual/Bi-Cultural applicants are highly desireable, and encouraged to apply.