Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment

Department: Student Services
Program: Special Education (FLS Transition and Specialized Programs)
Reports to: Senior Program Administrator for Student Services
Classification/Range: Licensed
Schedule:200 days per year/8 hour a day

The Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) provides coaching support and technical expertise to strengthen special education programming. This role focuses on improving instructional practices (academic and social-emotional learning) and supporting procedural compliance with state and federal and district requirements. The TOSA works in partnership with school administrators educators and multidisciplinary teams to improve student outcomes with an emphasis on Functional Life Skills (FLS) Transition Age Youth and specialized programs.

The TOSA supports multiple classrooms and programs by providing instructional coaching professional development and compliance guidance. This position collaborates closely with administrators teachers and related service providers to ensure alignment with IDEA Oregon Department of Education (ODE) requirements and MESD procedures. This position does not carry administrative authority and serves in a non-evaluative peer support role.

• Provide coaching and consultation to teachers and staff on evidence-based instructional strategies for students with disabilities including academic functional and social-emotional learning.
• Support development and implementation of standards-aligned individualized instruction across Kpost-secondary settings.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback to improve instructional practices and student engagement.
• Assist staff in using student data and progress monitoring to inform instruction and IEP goals.
• Serve as a resource on curriculum differentiation instructional design and intervention strategies.

• Provide targeted support to Functional Life Skills (FLS) Transition Age Youth and other specialized programs.
• Assist teams in aligning instruction and IEPs with functional vocational independent living and community-based outcomes.
• Support development and implementation of transition services and plans including post-secondary outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff to design and implement community-based instruction and work-based learning opportunities.

• Provide ongoing guidance to ensure compliance with IDEA ODE requirements and district procedures.
• Support staff in developing reviewing and revising IEPs behavior support plans and transition plans.
• Attend and support eligibility placement and IEP meetings as needed.
• Conduct periodic reviews of student records and IEPs to support accuracy quality and compliance.
• Assist programs in preparing for and maintaining compliance with ODE monitoring processes (e.g. SPR&I).
• Support teams with timelines documentation and procedural requirements.

• Design and deliver ongoing professional development focused on instructional practices SEL and compliance.
• Provide job-embedded coaching modeling and feedback to licensed and classified staff.
• Facilitate individual small group and large group trainings at school and district levels.
• Support onboarding and mentoring of new special education staff.

• Partner with school administrators to support strong instructional practices and compliance systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including related service providers families and community partners.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings planning sessions and collaborative problem-solving processes.
• Serve as a point of contact for staff and as appropriate families regarding program and student needs.

• Maintain required records reports and schedules.
• Use digital tools and systems to organize and manage workload.
• Adhere to MESD policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Equity: Support inclusive practices and equitable access for all students.
• Vision: Maintain a student-centered focus with strong follow-through.
• Trust: Build positive relationships through reliability and professionalism.
• Communication: Communicate clearly and collaboratively.
• Personal Qualities: Demonstrate flexibility respect and a commitment to service.
• Attendance: Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
• Agency-wide Perspective: Support continuous improvement across MESD programs.

• Knowledge of federal and state special education law (IDEA) and ODE requirements
• Expertise in instructional strategies for students with disabilities including SEL and functional skills
• Experience with transition planning and services (ages 1621)
• Ability to provide coaching and professional support to adult learners
• Strong collaboration facilitation and communication skills
• Experience using data to guide instruction and decision-making
• Proficiency with IEP systems and documentation processes
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain)
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation

• Experience supporting FLS or transition programs
• Knowledge of community-based instruction and vocational programming
• Experience working across multiple sites or programs
• Bilingual or multilingual skills

• Oregon Teaching License with Special Education Endorsement
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in special education including IEP development and instructional implementation
• Demonstrated experience in instructional support coaching or program support
• Experience across Kpost-secondary settings preferred

Work is performed in school and office environments with moderate noise levels. The position requires travel between sites and may include work in community-based settings. Work is primarily in-person.

• Ability to sit stand walk and move for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively and use standard technology tools
• Ability to maintain professionalism in dynamic and sometimes high-stress environments

Required Experience:

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