Learning Specialist: Special Education for Middle School

Hood-River-County-Sd; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Hood River County School District invites applications for a Temporary Learning Specialist/Special Education Teacher at Hood River Middle School. This 1.0 FTE position is open for the 2026/27 school year, starting mid-October 2026, with open until filled.

The role emphasizes implementing IEPs, SDI, collaboration with general and special education staff, and documenting student progress. Inclusion, MDT/IEP processes, and IDEA compliance are emphasized; related duties may include health-related

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs in MTSS/special education setting.
• Experience with IEPs and behavior plans.
• Prior school-level special education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adapts lessons to implement IEP goals and address student needs.
• Evaluate student abilities and progress to inform placement and goals.
• Collaborates with school staff and community agencies to optimize outcomes.
• Develops and maintains Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Directs instructional assistants and volunteers to support students.
• Instructs students with special needs to develop academic and daily living skills.
• Manages student behavior to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Convenes MDT/IEP/Placement Team meetings and documents outcomes.
• Maintains student records and IDEA/state compliance.
• Prepares teaching materials and progress reports.

Skills

Motivate students

Clear explanations

Family communication

Direct support personnel

Bilingual English/Spanish (pref)

Education

Oregon Teaching License with Special Education endorsement

Job description

Hood River County School District invites applications for a Temporary Learning Specialist/Special Education Teacher at Hood River Middle School. This 1.0 FTE position is open for the 2026/27 school year, starting mid-October 2026, with open until filled.

The role emphasizes implementing IEPs, SDI, collaboration with general and special education staff, and documenting student progress. Inclusion, MDT/IEP processes, and IDEA compliance are emphasized; related duties may include health-related