2025-26 SY 1.0 FTE Inclusion Specialist
2025-26 SY 1.0 FTE Inclusion Specialist
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Job Description
Bethel School District is seeking multiple candidates for the 202526 School Year for a1.0 FTE Inclusion Specialist.
Candidates who are licensed or will have the ability to be licensed byOregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commissionby the start of the 2025 26 School Year are encouraged to apply.
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 contactMolly Lucas HR Specialist by email or phone 541.689.3280.
Salary Range: $46048 to $ 92927 (depending on experience FTE and education)
Contract Days: 192
Generous Benefits Package: including Full family medical dental and vision with PacificSource Insurance and a Comprehensive Employee Wellness Program
About Bethel
With about5000 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 Oregons 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.
TheBethel 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 asthe Bethel Family.
Bethel believes in supporting the wholestudent and offers
- Counseling Music and PE Specialists in every school
- Free meals for all students K 12
- Middle School Robotics Culinary and Digital Design programs
- Robust Career and Technical Education and college courses preparation courses at Willamette High School
- Farmtoschool experiences for students through the Bethel Farm
- Traumainformed and Restorative Practices implemented K 12
- Sources of Strength supported throughout the District
Our Mission
To create relevant responsive and joyful learning communities where all students thrive.
We Believe
- We believe that every Bethel student can find joy connection and purpose at school when given the opportunity to learn grow and engage.
- We believe each student arrives in our schools with a unique and diverse range of strengths skills and perspectives that we must honor and uplift.
- We believe that we are accountable for implementing equitable systems that are relevant responsive and adaptable to the needs of our students.
- We believe our schools will be places where students families and staff are welcomed and valued as members of our Bethel team.
Position Summary:
The Inclusion Specialist will serve as a district resource in the development implementation and evaluation of inclusive educational practices. This role involves collaborating with administrators teachers support staff students and families to build capacity and ensure students with diverse learning needs including those with disabilities are successfully integrated and supported within general education settings to the greatest extent appropriate. The Specialist will provide coaching professional development and direct support to foster and promote equitable outcomes for all learners.
Key Responsibilities:
Promote Inclusive Culture: Champion the districts vision for inclusion fostering a culture of shared responsibility among all stakeholders.
Instructional Coaching & Support:
- Collaborate with general and special education teachers to coplan coteach and implement differentiated instruction Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and evidencebased inclusive strategies.
- Provide jobembedded coaching modeling and feedback to educators on effective inclusion techniques.
- Assist teams in developing and implementing appropriate accommodations modifications and assistive technology supports.
Professional Development:
- Design and deliver highquality professional development sessions for administrators teachers and support staff on topics related to inclusive education disability awareness UDL coteaching positive behavior supports and differentiation.
Collaboration & Consultation:
- Work collaboratively with schoolbased teams (including administrators counselors psychologists therapists) to problemsolve studentspecific challenges and develop effective support plans.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between general education special education and support staff.
- Consult with families to support their understanding of and involvement in inclusive practices.
Program Development & Implementation:
- Assist in the development and refinement of district policies procedures and guidelines related to inclusive education.
- Support schools in implementing MultiTiered Systems of Support (MTSS) with a focus on inclusive Tier 1 instruction and effective interventions.
- Research and share best practices in inclusive education.
Data Analysis & Evaluation:
- Collect and analyze data related to student progress program effectiveness and the implementation of inclusive practices to inform decisionmaking and continuous improvement.
- Assist schools in using data to identify needs and adjust instructional strategies.
Student Support:
- Observe students in various settings to assess needs and recommend appropriate supports.
- Participate in IEP/504 meetings as needed providing expertise on inclusive placements and services.
- Assist in the development of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) that utilize positive behavior supports within inclusive settings.
Qualifications:
- Education: Masters degree in Education Inclusive Education Curriculum & Instruction Educational Leadership or a related field.
- Certification: Valid state teaching license; Special Education endorsement/certification
Experience:
- Minimum of e.g. 35 years of successful teaching experience including significant experience working with students with diverse learning needs in inclusive settings.
- Demonstrated experience in coaching mentoring or providing professional development to adults.
- Experience with curriculum development UDL differentiated instruction and coteaching models.
- Knowledge of special education law (IDEA) and best practices.
Skills:
- Deep understanding of and commitment to inclusive education philosophy and practices.
- Excellent collaboration communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and problemsolving abilities.
- Ability to analyze data and use it to inform practice.
- Proficiency with educational technology and assistive technology.
- Ability to build rapport and work effectively with diverse groups of students staff and families
Applying:
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 growthmindset culture in the classroom
- Maintain unconditional positive regard for all students staff families and colleagues
- Recognize students different needs abilities and interests and be flexible to adjust instruction to meet those needs abilities and interests
- Fully support and implement Social Emotional Learning encouraging students to build selfawareness selfmanagement and relationship skills
- Possess strong academic training and content knowledge to prepare students to be on track to meet academic goals
- Demonstrate good instructional practices that are engaging organized and effective
- Use data to inform instructional decisions
- Connect well with students 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 teaching practices
- Maintain collaborative and collegial relationships with building and district staff (be a team player)
- Participate eagerly in opportunities to learn show a strong willingness to grow and maintain an interest in improving
- Understand and attend to the impacts of implicit bias in teaching and education
Selection Factors:
- Knowledge of educational programs offered in all schools and of basic educational techniques as required by theposition.
- Knowledge of the basic developmental stages of a childs learning process.
- Ability to schedule the workload manage time and meet the needs of students the school or a program.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work with small groups andindividual students.
- Ability to prepare materials for lesson plans and adapt as needed to meet the needs of students.
- Ability to interact positively with children and adults andobserveindividualstudent abilities.
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
- Ability toestablishandmaintaineffective working relationships with students administrators parents and coworkers.
- Ability to safely and proficientlyoperatestandard office and audiovisual equipment as required by theposition.
- Ability tomaintainan appropriate and legal level of confidentialityregardingstudents staff and otherindividuals.
- Ability tomaintainregular predictable and prompt attendance.
For information regarding this position please email Logan Grasseth Director of Student Services.
To apply please follow the link toTalentEd SchoolSpring
Bilingual candidates and candidates experienced in working with bilingual students and families will receive preferential consideration.
If you are an indistrict employee and wish to be considered for this position please indicate your interest in writing toRemie CalalangAssistant Superintendent by 4:00 p.m. on May 21 2025.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Bethel School District 52 complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws such as the Fair Employment Practices ActTitle IX regulations and Section 504 of PL93.112 in employment and educational programs and activities.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
DRUGFREE WORKPLACE
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The Bethel School District an equal opportunity employer complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws such as the Fair Employment Practice Act Title IX Regulations and Section 504 of PL 93.112 in employment and educational programs and activities.
The District is committed to maintaining a drugfree workplace and strictly complies with the DrugFree Workplace Act of 1988 and the DrugFree Schools and Communities Act amendments of 1989.
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Remie Calalang Assistant Superintendent at (541)for additional information or assistance.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE PLEASE POST IMMEDIATELY
4640 Barger Drive Eugene OR 97402 l Phone: (541)l Fax: (541)l
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
