2026-2027 Elementary Learning Specialist (Special Education Teacher) Job Pool Part-Time (0.5 FTE) Special Programs

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 as described in the job posting. Springfield Public Schools is committed to finding the best candidate for the jobincluding candidates who may come from less traditional professional backgrounds.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications outlined in this posting. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position or how this would be determined please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Posting Information

• Posting Opens:March 24 2026
• Posting Closes:Open Until Filled

Salary & Benefits

The salary range is$23794 $51549 (based on the 202627 SEA Certified Salary Schedule) depending on education and experienceplus a generous benefits package. The salary is pro-rated based on the part-time FTE.

About Springfield Public Schools

Springfield Public Schools is located in Springfield Oregon in the heart of the Willamette Valley. We serve approximately8400 studentsacross 185 square miles in Springfield and East/Central Lane County just east of Eugene and the University of Oregon. Webelieve student success is our most important outcomeand that success is built through a shared commitment to supportEvery Student Every Public Schools is committed to honoring the dignity of every student by creatingjust equitable and fully welcoming learning environments.

About the Position

In anticipation of possible vacancies Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for Part-Time (0.5 FTE) Elementary Learning Specialist (Elementary K5)positions. All hiring will be contingent upon available funds. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students lives by providing specialized support that helps every learner access engage in and succeed within the core curriculum.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A belief thatevery student can and will learn
• A commitment toeliminating inequities in student achievement
• The ability to fostersafe healthy and engaging learning environments
• A dedication to building aninclusive culturethat values the strengths of students staff and community.
  
  

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Experience working withelementary-aged students;
• Strong understanding ofMulti-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)for academic and social/emotional/behavioral needs;
• Knowledge of and experience withResponse to Instruction & Intervention (RtI)frameworks;
• Familiarity withPositive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS);
• Demonstrated ability to support and respond to thediverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability gender identity sexual orientation and ethnic backgroundspresent in a K12 school community;
• Strongrelationship-building skillswith students and the ability to establish effective classroom routines and management systems;
• Ability to buildcollaborative relationshipswith staff students and families;
• Experience providingindividualized explicit instructionaligned to the core curriculum;
• Ability to effectivelymanage and supervise students and their learning.

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid Oregon teaching license (or ability to obtain one) with aSpecial Education: Generalist endorsement;
• Ability to successfully passfingerprinting criminal Oregon Department of Education and TSPC background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual/Biliterate (Spanish)

Equal Opportunity & Veterans Preference

Springfield Public Schools is anAffirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion ancestry national origin disability gender or sexual orientation in admission access or treatment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law.

If you have questions or concerns please contact Human Resources at.

Veterans

We provide preference in employment to qualifyingveterans and disabled veteransin accordance with applicable law.

Applicants wishing to claim veterans preference must provide the following documentation at the time of application:

• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) showing character of service
  OR
• Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension

Disabled Veterans:

• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) showing character of service
  AND
• Veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless included on the DD Form 214 or 215)

Required Experience:

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