.5 Certified Conger Elementary Teacher 2026-2027 (Temporary)

Joseph Conger Elementary School Klamath Falls, OR; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan forgiveness

Teacher mentoring program

Diverse student population

District-supported child care

Work in a highly supportive环境

Access to classroom technology

Job summary

Klamath Falls City Schools seeks a dynamic certified elementary teacher for Joseph Conger Elementary School in Klamath Falls, Oregon. This is a half-time, temporary position for the 2026-2027 year with duties to instruct, prepare, and assess students in a high-need population.

Salary ranges from $53,684 to $99,647 per year (DOE) and is prorated based on FTE; generous benefits including health, dental, and vision, with district-supported retirement and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hold or qualify for an Oregon teaching license with the proper endorsement/authorization.
• Demonstrated ability to teach students to be successful learners through student teaching, internship, or temporary/regular teaching experience.
• ESOL endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Develops a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Prepares for classes and shows evidence of preparation upon request.
• Maintains records as required by law and district policy.
• Communicates with students and parents and participates in faculty meetings.

Education

Oregon Teaching License / Endorsement

ESOL Endorsement Preferred

Job description

.5 Certified Conger Elementary Teacher 2026-2027 (Temporary)

KLAMATH FALLS CITY SCHOOLS Joseph Conger Elementary School Klamath Falls, OR - Klamath Falls, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in KLAMATH FALLS CITY SCHOOLS

Job Details

Job ID: 5889841
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 17, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Salary:$53,683.89-$99,647.38 (DOE) Prorated based upon FTE

Insurance:Generous Health, dental, and vision contribution from the district, currently up to $2277 (based upon family coverage)Prorated based upon FTE

PERS Retirement:The district assumes and pays the 6% average employee contribution to the Oregon PERS system.

Benefits to working at KFCS:

• Student loan forgiveness for those who qualify.
• Teacher mentoring program for teachers new to the profession.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse student population.
• District-supported child care is available.
• Work in a highly supportive environment
• Access to classroom technology including interactive white board, document cameras, and chromebooks
• Ongoing Professional Development opportunities

Schedule:190 Days + 3 days new teacher in-service

Current Contract:https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2779/Kfcs/d8cf60f5-80e0-4136-a4a4-0c3a0355f735/KFEA-2025-2029-CBA.pdf?disposition=inline

SUMMARY: Klamath Falls City Schools is looking for a dynamic and passionate classroom teacher to work with a high-needs population of students. Students KFCS have some of the highest needs in the state and as such we are looking for a dedicated professional willing to learn and grow as an educator to bring the best possible experience to our students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated;
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning;
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior;
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior;
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved;
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;
• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis;
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation;
• Assists in the upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy;
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents outside the instructional day;
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings;
• Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods;
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials;
• Accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities;
• Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others;
• Provides for own professional growth

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, EXPERIENCE:

• Hold or qualify for an Oregon teaching license through Teacher Standards and Practices Commission with the proper endorsement/authorization and be considered highly qualified by the Oregon Department of Education.
• Demonstrated ability to teach students to be successful learners through student teaching, internship or temporary/regular teaching experience.

• ESOL endorsement preferred.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of assessment and its use in creating action plans for individual and group improvement. Personal relations skills including ability to work with large and small groups of professional staff. Ability to facilitate adult learning communities.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as educational research, professional publications, and curriculum guides. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, as well as create materials for presentations, such as charts and graphs. Ability to speak effectively before administrators, staff, parents, and students. Ability to facilitate group processes with teachers and administrators. The ability to create and deliver written reports to both large and small groups. Ability to read and write fluently in Spanish preferred.

DATA ANALYSIS SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as mean, median, mode, standard deviation and percentages. Ability to read and apply statistical data and interpret scores for application in the design and implementation of reading improvement programs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to design projects and to work independently. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators and staff.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand; travel from building to other sites. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in both quiet and loud environments. The employee must be able to work with a computer screen to review and assess data. The employee must have dexterity of the hands and good visual acuity that will allow the employee to work with a computer screen for several hours at a time on a regular basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The employee frequently will work irregular or extended work hours while performing the duties of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is similar to that found in most schools and classroom. The noise level may vary from very quiet to very noisy and chaotic.

Pre-employment requirements:

Employment for this position is contingent on clearance of the following:

__X__ Background Investigation

__X__Pre-Employment Drug Screen

The district prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status, or because of the perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status of any other persons with whom the individual associates.

Position Type: Regular

Salary: $53,683.90 to $99,647.40 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sara Johnson , Principal
• Joseph Conger Elementary School Klamath Falls, OR
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]