Helensview School is an accredited school that provides individualized instruction and specialized support services for youth ages 12-21 who have dropped out of school or are experiencing chronic attendance / behavioral issues. Helensview School provides multiple pathways to graduation with a standard diploma, academic, social service, and connection to post-secondary options. Students can access dual credit (on-campus agreements with multiple Colleges and Universities), Career and Technical Education (CTE) (6 approved programs of study including culinary, beats making and construction), and on-site job training through our student businesses. Helensview serves an ethnically diverse student population and seeks candidates with experience working in racially and ethnically diverse settings.  

 

At Helensview 75% of our students identify as non-white and over 40% identify as Black or African American.  We strongly value hiring staff who reflect the diversity of our students.  We are particularly interested in candidates who hold a Bachelor's degree or higher and are interested in pursuing a Special Education teaching license through our Multnomah Educators Rising program.  Sponsorship and on-site mentorship provided by Helensview and MESD.  

 

Staff at Helensview are also encouraged to develop courses and curriculum related to their interests as part of our multidisciplinary approach to core-subject instruction and also to complement our elective course offerings.  

 

 

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: Student Services

Program: Helensview

Reports to: School Principal 

Classification/Range: Licensed

Schedule: 195 days

Start date: Mid-August (2024-2025 School Year)

 

 

POSITION PURPOSE:

 

Provides instructional services for students who require special education to meet their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) objectives. The  students may have significant emotional, behavioral, and mental health struggles.  Disabilities range from moderate to severe, and service categories may include Emotional Disturbance.  Services are a mix of  self-contained settings and placements, allowing the least restrictive environment options for students to be included in regular education or community access opportunities. You will have the opportunity to team teach in an engaging, small school environment.

 

NATURE & SCOPE:

 

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This description is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the position. The incumbent may be required to perform any combination of these duties. 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  1. Assess students’ educational needs.
  2. Provides daily instruction for students with disabilities.
  3. Write Individual Educational Programs (IEPs).
  4. Design, Create, and Implement Curriculum through a social justice lens.
  5. Write instructional plans, record student performance, and modify instruction as needed.
  6. Report pupil progress according to program procedures.
  7. Establish and maintain appropriate student behavior.
  8. Direct Educational and Classroom activities.
  9. Works with staff, administration, and other agency personnel to establish an effective academic program. 
  10. Communicate cooperatively with parents, students, colleagues, building personnel, supervisors, community members, and others to address individual student needs.
  11. Implement program-adopted crisis prevention/intervention strategies, including de-escalating procedures and physical interventions to avoid injuries.
  12. Maintain records, and meet timelines.
  13. Adhere to the school building, District, and Multnomah ESD policies and procedures.
  14. Knowledge of a variety of instructional strategies for teaching students with disabilities. 
  15. Culturally Competent
  16. Ability to plan and implement a quality instructional program for students with disabilities, monitor daily student progress, and collect student data;
  17. Develop Individualized Education Plans that meet legal requirements. 
  18. Demonstrate a commitment to the MESD Equity Initiative by developing a thorough knowledge and application of the district Racial Educational Equity Policy and other board policies. Participate in staff development, in-services, and training related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and in K – 12 education; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend and implement improvements to human resources practices with awareness and understanding of their impact on a racially and culturally diverse community.

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

  1. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or indicated to ensure students' physical and emotional well-being.

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 punctuality are paramount as this provides consistency and alignment with students, peers, and programming outcomes. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Duties are typically performed in a comprehensive school setting.May be designated in an alternative work setting using computer-based equipment to perform duties.

 

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Must be able to hear and speak to exchange information; see to perform assigned duties; sit or stand for long periods of time;possess dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer and other office equipment; kneel, bend at the waist, and reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files; lift objects up to 50 pounds. All requirements are subject to modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. 

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

 

EQUIVALENCY:

Our basic requirements are that you have an undergraduate degree and the desire to earn a master’s degree in your first two years of work, while you are emergency certified to be a full-time special education teacher.

A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree and experience in developing and writing Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) that meet legal requirements, assessment procedures, and adherence to federal and state regulations for students with disabilities. Experience providing instruction in urban settings, working with diverse students, multicultural instruction methods, and strong behavior intervention and classroom management skills. 

 

 

BENEFITS: 

 

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.