Learning Specialist/Special Education Teacher - TLC Program (1.0 FTE) May Street Elementary School

Young World Physical Education; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 60,294 - 101,831; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Learning Specialist/Special Education Teacher for the Therapeutic Learning Center at May Street Elementary, starting August 24, 2026. This role focuses on instructing students with social, emotional, and behavioral issues.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Oregon Teaching License with a special education endorsement and have experience in supporting students with special needs through individualized plans. A supportive atmosphere and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs in an MTSS/special education setting.
• Training and experience working with IEPs and behavior plans.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adapts lessons for the purpose of implementing the IEP goals.
• Evaluates student abilities and performance.
• Collaborates to develop and modify programs.

Skills

Experience with students with special needs

Bilingual English/Spanish skills

Skills to motivate students

Education

Oregon Teaching License with Special Education endorsement

Job description

Learning Specialist/Special Education Teacher - TLC Program (1.0 FTE) May Street Elementary School

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Position Type: Full Time-Regular

Salary: $60,294 to $101,831 N/A

Job Description

This posting will remain open until filled. This is a regular position and will begin with the 2026/27 school year.

The Learning Specialist/Special Education Teaching position is for the Therapeutic Learning Center at May Street Elementary, a self‑contained setting, instructing students with social, emotional and behavioral issues.

Job Purpose Statement: The job of “Teacher - Special Education” is to facilitate Special Education student success in academics, interpersonal skills, and activities of daily living through implementing district‑approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress, outcomes; addressing specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; maintaining IEP; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration.

Essential Job Functions

• Adapts lessons for the purpose of implementing the IEP goals and meeting the special needs of students.
• Evaluates student’s abilities and performance for establishing eligibility under IDEA and Section 504, setting educational goals, determining placement and evaluating progress.
• Collaborates with school personnel, agencies and community agencies to develop and modify the program to maximize student outcomes.
• Develops and maintains Individualized Education Plans (IEP) on each student served for compliance with IDEA and state regulations.
• Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides to provide an effective school program and address individual needs.
• Instructs students with individualized special needs to develop appropriate academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Maintains consistent and predictable attendance to meet district requirements and position needs.
• Convenes, chairs and documents the activity of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), IEP team and Placement Team to provide a free, appropriate public education and maintain compliance with IDEA and state regulations.
• Creates and maintains student special education files to maintain compliance with IDEA and state regulations.
• Prepares teaching materials and reports to implement lesson plans and document teacher and student progress.
• Reports incidents to maintain personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment and follow district and/or school policies.

Other Job Functions

• Administers medication, first aid, personal hygiene and/or health care requirements as may be required to care for medical conditions of students.
• Assists other personnel as required to support completion of work activities.
• Participates in various meetings for receiving and/or providing information and meeting credential requirements.
• Updates knowledge as needed by participating in in‑services and staff development offerings.
• Other related duties as directed.

Job Requirements - Qualifications

Experience Required

• Experience working with students with special needs in an MTSS/special education setting.
• Training and experience working with IEPs and behavior plans.
• Prior school level special education experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, and/or Abilities Required

• Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance, address student health care needs.
• Knowledge of special education disabilities, age‑appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework.
• Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform specialized tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative relationships.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

Oregon Teaching License with a Special Education endorsement.

The successful candidate will need to pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test and physical abilities assessment.

Valid Oregon Teaching License with a Special Education endorsement required.

Testing / Background Check

• Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified under the Federal Controlled Substances Act.
• Post‑offer physical abilities assessment.
• Nationwide criminal history verification for convictions directly related to duties.

Salary

The salary range listed above is for the 2026/27 school year, based on a 192‑day contract. Learning Specialists also receive a Special Education Stipend and a 2‑day extended contract.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387‑5016 for additional information. Speech or hearing‑impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1‑800‑735‑2900.

Contact Information

Adrienne Acosta, Principal
119‑May Street Elementary School
Phone: 541/386‑2656
Email: [e-mail]