Teacher - Extended School Year (ESY)

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 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.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply even if you dont believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position or how this would be determined please contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Riverdale School District

Job Description

JOB TITLE:Limited Term Teacher - Extended School Year (ESY)

LOCATION: Riverdale Grade School

SALARY:$31.62 - $66.42 per hour (based on the 2024-25 licensed salary schedule)

FLSA: Exempt

**Riverdale School District seeks a qualified teacher for our Extended School Year Program (ESY). The ESY program will be in session for four (4) hours daily for approximately five weeks. Exact program dates have yet to be determined.

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. Oregon Teachers Standards & Practices Commission (TSPC) License required with appropriate endorsement for 7/8 grade science.
3. Outstanding oral and written communication skills which are effective across a wide variety of 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

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to perform the following essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations:

1. Develop and implement activities that encourage students to be lifelong learners.
2. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
3. Plan 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 specialized modified programs of study.
4. Deliver classroom curriculum that adheres to State Standards and School Board policy.
5. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental maturity and interests of the students.
6. Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
7. Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
8. Guide the learning process toward achieving curriculum goals; in harmony with the goals establish clear objectives for all lessons units and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
9. Employ various instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of individual or student groups.
10. Strive to implement by instruction and action the Districts philosophy of education instructional goals and other objectives.
11. Assess students regularly and provide progress reports as required.
12. Seek the assistance of District specialists as appropriate for referrals related to exceptional education services such as special education gifted and talented education ESL and other programs.
13. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
14. Maintain accurate complete and correct records as required by law District policy and administrative regulation.
15. Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
16. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintain order in the classroom; classroom rules shall be consistent with the School Board and building policies.
17. Plan and supervise the job performance of educational assistants in cooperation with the administration.
18. Work with classroom volunteers to provide enhanced learning opportunities for students.
19. Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as requested or needed.
20. Supervise students both in and out of the classroom.
21. Maintain professional competence through participation in District-provided in-service activities and/or self-selected professional growth activities related to job responsibilities.
22. Perform other duties as assigned within contractual parameters.
23. Adheres to all provisions of the 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-.