Institutional Teacher (MA) - Inpatient Education

Oregon Health Authority; Junction City (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Health Authority seeks two Institutions Teacher MA at Oregon State Hospital, Junction City Campus. These full-time roles provide education to admitted patients, guiding them toward educational goals during recovery.

Teaching is non-traditional with both group and one-on-one sessions and requires a master’s degree and Oregon licensure by appointment. Applicants should have experience in adult education, special education, and trauma-informed practice.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an Oregon-approved teacher education program.
• Ability to obtain Oregon teaching license by time of appointment.
• Experience teaching in a locked institutional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized, student-centered instruction for patients.
• Assess and support patients to pursue educational goals during recovery.
• Develop IEP-like plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to integrate education with treatment.

Skills

AI proficiency

Technical support

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Master's degree in teaching

Oregon teaching license by appointment

Job description

The Oregon Health Authority seeks two Institutions Teacher MA at Oregon State Hospital, Junction City Campus. These full-time roles provide education to admitted patients, guiding them toward educational goals during recovery.

Teaching is non-traditional with both group and one-on-one sessions and requires a master’s degree and Oregon licensure by appointment. Applicants should have experience in adult education, special education, and trauma-informed practice.