Virtual Teacher - Educational Specialist

Fossil Distance Learning Program • Albany, OR

6d • Remote

About The Position

Distance Learning Solutions, Inc. partners with Fossil School District 21J to provide educational services through the Fossil Distance Learning Program. The Educational Specialist provides instructional-related services to families and students in a virtual schooling program, including communication, skill development, expanding knowledge, and developing students’ ability to reason. The role requires independent judgment and decision-making when established rules, policies, or precedents do not apply.

This is a full-time, exempt position on a 9-month work calendar, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position is remote, and candidates must live in Oregon. The annual salary is $70,464.25, and the required start date is December 1, 2026. Significant outside employment is not feasible.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current State of Oregon Teaching License.
• Endorsements required by the Oregon Department of Education for assigned areas; Educational Specialists must hold the TSPC Elementary-Multiple Subjects endorsement or an equivalent license endorsement.
• One year of successful teaching experience in the subject area, or successful completion of an Oregon instructional internship program.
• Dedicated workspace free from distractions and consistent, reliable high-speed internet access for teleconferencing.
• Operational knowledge of the Internet and web-related technologies.
• Ability to meet legal requirements for performing the position.
• Ability to pass required background checks.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must reside in Oregon.
• Must be available to start on December 1, 2026.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide instructional plans based on individual student needs using a variety of curricula and virtual tools.
• Initiate, plan, and conduct regular and required parent and student meetings through technology platforms.
• Complete daily and monthly reports.
• Respond daily to student portfolio submissions, report cards, emails, texts, and phone calls.
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets of student and family data.
• Communicate and meet with the Special Education team as caseload requires.
• Attend and participate in required company and program virtual meetings.
• Plan and teach weekly virtual classes.
• Travel to and manage field trips at various locations.
• Give, receive, and incorporate feedback.
• Contribute to the continuous innovation required by the distance learning program.
• Use a variety of computer software, including Google Suite for Education and Microsoft Excel.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company pays 100% of the family premium for major medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer contribution of up to 15% of salary to the 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level