Science Teacher - Multnomah Education Service

The Donald E. Long School Program is an accredited juvenile detention education program located at the Multnomah County Juvenile Justice Complex that provides educational services to students currently detained by the legal system from Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties. This program provides credit attainment, individualized education plan services, and English language learners services to students who are detained, awaiting trials or hearings at the Multnomah County Donald E. Long Juvenile Justice Complex.

MESD and the MEA union are currently engaged in contract negotiations and the salary listed in this job posting reflects the rate for the 2023-24 school year. Upon ratification of the collective bargaining agreement, salary adjustments will be made for the 2024-25 school year as applicable.

Department:Instructional Services

Program:Donald E Long Juvenile Detention Center

Reports to:Program Administrator and/or Senior Program Administrator 

Classification:Licensed Represented

Schedule:235 days beginning July 1 through June 30

POSITION PURPOSE: 

Provide direct instruction to students lodged in Donald E Long Juvenile Detention Center.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Cooperate with other staff members to establish and maintain program goals and requirements for students at Donald E. Long Detention Facility.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and learning objectives to ensure educational and behavioral progress.
• Utilize relevant information to assess and identify students’ educational, psychological, physical and social needs.
• Sequence learning activities and modify instruction based on individual student needs.
• Provide applied learning activities that are active, student-directed, project based and integrated.
• Evaluate students’ educational progress utilizing a variety of assessment tools and methodology (i.e. student portfolios, student demonstrations, criterion-referenced and standardized tests).
• Identify and utilize resources within the school and community to meet students’ educational needs.
• Communicate and confer with support services and community personnel to address individual student needs.
• Implement systems and strategies to facilitate student learning at community sites, which may involve writing learning objectives and supervising student progress.
• Communicate, cooperate and demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills with students, colleagues, supervisors, community members and others.
• Maintain records, meet timelines.
• Follow policies of the District, and procedures of the Alternative Schools Department.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned by the Principal or which are indicated, to assure the physical and emotional well-being of students.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

Equity: Lead and support regional equity initiatives

Vision: Lead with vision, follow-through and student focus. 

Trust: Develop trust among coworkers and students through honesty and fairness. 

Communication: Communicate in an inclusive, effective and collaborative manner. 

Personal Qualities: Be respectful, excel in customer service, caring, humble and courageous. 

Agency-wide perspective: Be involved in and supportive of continuous overall improvement of MESD programs and services.

Attendance:Daily and consistent attendance and puncuality are paramount as this provides consistency and alignment with students, peers and programming outcomes. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

• Experience with designing and implementing differentiated science curricula.
• Ability to establish and implement behavior management guidelines for students consistent with program needs.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, cultures, racial and ethnic groups
• Knowledge of large group, small group, and individual instruction; and cooperative learning and peer tutoring strategies.
• Ability to integrate workplace readiness skills into content area instruction.
• Knowledge of career-related opportunities for students, and experience based education.
• Knowledge of Oregon Benchmarks, Common Curriculum Goals, and the Oregon Educational Act for the 21st Century.
• Ability to develop curriculum aligned with skills/content standards.
• Knowledge of child development.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Experience working with incarcerated youth

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Valid Oregon TSPC teaching license 
• TSPC Science endorsement or ability to earn Science endorsement
• Any combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a juvenile detention facility subject to moderate/loud noise. Work is performed in-person. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mobility: Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time.

• Lifting:Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

• Vision: Visual acuity to read and interpret written and electronic information.

• Dexterity:Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate objects, tools, or controls.

• Hearing/speaking:Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information so others will understand. 

• Emotional/Psychological:Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging situations, remain empathetic and understanding towards individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs, handle stress and pressure effectively, and adapt to change in the workplace. 

BENEFITS: 

• District pays full medical, dental and vision premiums for eligible employees and dependents

• Two medical insurance plan options: 
• • Group Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with MODA or Kaiser
  • Opt-Out option
• MESD pays employee’s 6% Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) contribution

• Paid holidays, sick leave and personal time off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development 

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable state and federal statutes. This position does not carry administrative authority. All commitments outside of authorized programs and services are subject to prior approval by the supervisor of this position.

NOTE: The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle functions  of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be  considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned,  including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

MESD recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of MESD 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 the Human Resources Director for additional information or assistance.  Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.