In-District .50 FTE Online Middle School Teacher PTRA

Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is seeking applications for the position of:

**IN-DISTRICT**
.50 FTE Middle School LevelOnline Teacher - PTRA

Individuals wishing to apply for this position should submit a completed application resume letter of interest transcripts and three letters of recommendation by going to Online Application Portal . If you have any questions about the application process please contact Human Resources at

CLOSINGDATE:UntilFilled

REPORTSTO:Building Administrator(s)

TERMS OFEMPLOYMENT:This .50 FTE position begins in August 2026. This position is generally scheduled from8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with some flexibility in hours depending on program needs. The majority of the work can be completed remotely; howeverin-person attendance is required 2ï½3 times per week.

COMPENSATION & BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:

• 190-day per year contract
• 6 paid holidays per year
• $49407 to $98197 DOE and education.
• Family medical & pharmacy dental and vision insurance
• HSA options
• Life insurance/AD&D employer paid
• Flex spending accounts for medical and day care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick leave Personal leave and Family leave
• PTS #4 pays the employees share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution
• Optional supplemental TSA retirement plans available (403b and 457b)

JOB SUMMARY:The Virtual Teacher provides online instruction to students through the effective use of digital curriculum instructional technologies and communication tools. The teacher designs and delivers engaging virtual instruction while differentiating lessons to meet the diverse academic needs of individual students. Responsibilities include teaching multiple grade levels and courses monitoring student progress and providing regular feedback and support to ensure mastery of learning objectives. The Virtual Teacher maintains regular communication with students to support academic success in a virtual learning environment.

This position requires a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. The successful candidate will demonstrate a dedication to ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed recognizing and addressing barriers to academic achievement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid State of Oregon Teaching License in any endorsementarea.
2. PreferencemaybegiventothosewhoarebilingualinSpanishandEnglish.
3. Physical demands needed: ability to communicate with students co-workers and the public; ability to communicate over the telephone; ability to respond to telephone bells students co-workers etc.; ability to respond to workplace disturbances visual cues requests etc.; ability to read written materials; ability to operate office equipment; ability to carry or lift light loads (25 lbs) and occasionally climb a ladder.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The teacher demonstrates a commitment to:

1. Teaching the material with online video lessons
2. Leading online discussions of the course material via forums and webchat
3. Responding to student comments and questions posted online
4. Provide professional development to other staff members as needed.
5. Follow guidelines set forth by the Oregon Department of Education for Comprehensive Distance Learning

All applicants will be considered carefully. Those candidates selected for interviews will be notified shortly after the closing date. Applicants are asked not to call for interviews. All applicants will be notified when the position is filled.

Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and in accordance with Federal and State Legislation does not discriminate on the basis of race sex religion age national origin or marital status physical or mental disability in employment practices or education programs. If you need special accommodations because of a disability please contact the personnel office at 535-1517 Voice/TDD.

Any offer of employment made by Phoenix-Talent Schools is contingent upon satisfactory results of 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.