TOSA - Inclusion Specialist

Gresham-Barlow School District 10J; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 53,165 - 110,484; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialty stipend $3,023

Multilingual stipend $2,000

Job summary

Gresham-Barlow School District 10J is seeking an Inclusion Specialist to implement Special Education programs across instruction, compliance, and behavior support. You will work with the Structured Skills Center Program Director to support staff and students district-wide.

Qualifications include an Oregon special education license, 3+ years of experience with students with disabilities, and knowledge of special and regular education law.

Qualifications

• Oregon teaching license with Special Education endorsement.
• Current First Aid Card.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• License or eligibility in Special Education by start date.
• Minimum 3 years experience with students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of Regular and Special Education Law.

Responsibilities

• Provide training for licensed and classified staff on inclusive instruction and behavior.
• Deliver specially designed instruction in behavior beyond building-level instruction.
• Facilitate Manifestation Determination Review, FBA, Safety Plans and related paperwork.
• Develop and maintain data collection for programs.
• Train staff on Behavior Intervention Plans and assist with paperwork.
• Support IEP writing and Synergy training for case managers.

Skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Time management

Problem-solving

Meeting facilitation

Education

Oregon Special Education license

Job description

1.00 FTE

Student Support Services Office

195/196 Contract Days

Permanent Contract

1.00 FTE

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Apply through gbsdjobs.com

Qualifications: State of Oregon Teaching License with Special Education endorsement and current First Aid Card.

Compensation: Salary and Stipends will be prorated based on FTE and start/end dates of the position.

• 2026-2027 Annual Salary Range $53,165 - $110,484 (195/196 Day Contract). Initial placement on the salary schedule is based on education and contracted licensed experience.
• This position is eligible to receive a specialty stipend of $3,023 for the 2026-2027 School Year.
• As a licensed employee, you are eligible to receive a specialty stipend of $2,000 if certified Multilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, American Sign Language, or Russian. Must pass a standardized proficiency test.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.

Position Summary

The Inclusion Specialist will work with the Structured Skills Center Program Director to implement Special Education Programs in the areas of instruction, compliance, and behavior support for all staff at the Structured Skills Center.

Minimum Qualifications

• License and evidence of insurability
• Current First Aid Card Required or to be obtained within the district.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Holds an Oregon special education teacher, social work, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, or school psychologist license, or has the potential of earning one by start date
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working with students with disabilities
• Knowledge of Regular and Special Education Law

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective and demonstrated skills in:
  • Communication, both in writing and orally
  • Conflict resolution
  • Interpersonal skills with individuals, teams, and groups (student, parent, educator, specialist, administrator, and support staff)
  • Working collaboratively with various groups within the school and in the community Providing curriculum and instructional strategy consultation
  • Presenting to small and large groups for staff development
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving and development of solutions
  • Planning and facilitating meetings

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Provide training for licensed and classified staff for the purpose of building capacity in the areas of instruction, compliance, and behavior, with a focus on inclusive strategies
• Deliver Specially Designed Instruction in behavior for students who have a need for a specialist beyond instruction provided at the building level
• Facilitate Manifestation Determination Review, Functional Behavior Assessments, Safety Plans, and Behavior Intervention Plans at the program level and complete the resulting paperwork
  • Develop and maintain individual and program data collection systems.
  • Train school staff on Behavior Intervention Plans
    • Track students placed on abbreviated day programs and assist teams in completing required paperwork and planning to increase the students' day
  • Assist in the ongoing monitoring of Special Education programs, processes, and documentation through the ODE Improvement Process
    • Support Case Managers in compliant IEP writing
    • Train and provide ongoing support for case managers with Synergy
  • May need to fill in for vacant positions
  • May need to design instruction for non-SPED licensed teachers
  • Attending special services team meetings in the program, as needed
  • Communicate adequately and effectively with parents of assigned students, other agencies, districts, and individuals on behalf of assigned students, as needed
  • Regularly communicate with the Program Director on assigned students, programs, and buildings
  • Have prompt and regular attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Talk and hear conversations
• Use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive movement such as keyboarding
• Reach for and handle objects
• Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Regularly focus on a computer screen
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 15-45 pounds may also be required on occasion

Workplace Expectations

• Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed
• Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to students, staff, and district operations
• Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting
• Exercising prudent judgment
• Work independently in the performance of routine duties
• Follow all District policies and work procedures
• Utilize the District's electronics systems and applications only for purposes related to the position
• Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position
• Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment

Note

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.