Physics Teacher - High School (2025-2026 School Year)

THE RIVERDALE VISION

Students learn to use their minds well engage creatively and act compassionately.

THE RIVERDALE MISSION

Riverdale develops inquisitive imaginative and eager learners. Our students demonstrate academic mastery through the exhibition to become effective communicators and responsible leaders.

EQUITY STATEMENT

The Riverdale School District strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. Riverdale School District believes that having a diverse faculty and staff reflective of the demographics of the community country and world provides significant value to students of color and all students and adults and will commit to putting practices in place that will lead to a more diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Riverdale School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of the Riverdale School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin marital status age veterans status genetic information or disability in any educational programs activities or employment.

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. Individuals with disabilities may contact 503.262.4840 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-.

RIVERDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 51J

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:TEACHER - PHYSICS

LOCATION:High School

CONTRACT DAYS:192

FTE:1.0 (full time)

SALARY:$48583.19 - $102025.50 (based on the 2024-25 licensed salary schedule)

FLSA:Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The teacher promotes and develops successful learning for students. The teacher performs instructional and related duties as they pertain to the state and district standards in science education and in accordance with District policies and the terms of the teacher contract.

Riverdale Grade School provides an exceptional academically rigorous comprehensive kindergarten through 8th-grade program. Our engaging faculty project-based learning integrated arts and friendly students and parents make this community everything it is an exciting energetic place where children are challenged intellectually and welcomed for who they are.

REQUIRED Qualifications Licenses Skills & Experience

1. Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred(transcripts required)
2. Valid Oregon Teaching License with appropriate subject and/or level endorsements.
3. Outstanding oral and written communication skills which are effective across various audiences including students parents and staff.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of legal and ethical rights and responsibilities.
5. Valid drivers license

PREFERRED Qualifications Skills & Experience

1. Previous successful science teaching experience
2. Valid First Aid and CPR-AED Cards

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Possesses knowledge of District policies and regulations relating to areas of responsibility.
2. Develops and implements activities that encourage students to be lifelong learners.
3. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
4. Plans a program of study that as much as possible meets the individual needs interests and abilities of the students with special attention given to TAG special education ESL and other students who require modified programs of study. The classroom curriculum should adhere to State standards and School Board policy.
5. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental maturity and interests of the students.
6. Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
7. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
8. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establishes clear objectives for all lessons units and projects and communicates these objectives to students.
9. Employs various instructional techniques and media consistently to meet the needs and capabilities of individuals or student groups recognizing the physical limitations of the space provided.
10. Strives to implement by instruction and action the Districts philosophy of education instructional goals and other objectives.
11. Assesses students regularly and provides progress reports as required.
12. Seeks the assistance of District specialists as required for referrals related to exceptional education services such as special education gifted and talented education ESL and the like.
13. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
14. Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law District policy and administrative regulation.
15. Assists administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintains order in the classroom. All classroom rules should be consistent with the School Board and building policies.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans and supervises the job performance of educational assistants in cooperation with the administration.
2. Works with classroom volunteers to provide enhanced learning opportunities for students.
3. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as requested or needed.
4. Supervises students both in and out of the classroom.
5. Maintains professional competence through participation in District-provided in-service activities and/or self-selected professional growth activities related to job responsibilities.
6. Performs other duties as assigned within contractual agreements.
7. Adheres to all provisions of the currently negotiated Certified Contract.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

A moderate degree of physical stamina with occasional lifting of 10 to 50 pounds. Ability to move freely to various locations within the classroom and other supervisory settings (cafeteria/playground). Frequent standing walking sitting and bending. Frequent repetitive activities include hands arms and legs for clerical-related work. Exposure to noise and activity in a school setting. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary fringe benefits working conditions and the like are negotiated every three years between the Riverdale School Board and the Riverdale Teachers Association.

NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this (or the position itself) whenever it deems advisable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RIVERDALE recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of RIVERDALE that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin marital status age veterans status genetic information or disability in any educational programs activities or employment.

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. Individuals with disabilities may contact Tammie Wing () for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-.