2026-2027 Grade 1 Teacher - Mt. Vernon Elementary School

Springfield Sd 19•Springfield, OR

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Grade 1 Teacher at Mt. Vernon Elementary School. To support this work, successful candidates will possess the following characteristics that support our vision of Every Student, Every Day and share our values: A belief that every student can and will learn; The desire to eliminate inequities in student achievement; The motivation to foster safe, healthy and engaging environments; A commitment to promote an inclusive culture that draws on the assets of students, staff and community.

Requirements

A valid state of Oregon teaching license, or the ability to get one, with an Elementary Multiple Subjects endorsement
Successfully pass fingerprinting, criminal, Oregon Department of Education, and TSPC background checks

Responsibilities

Knowledge and experience with elementary school-aged students
Strong understanding of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) for academics and social/emotional/behavior
Knowledge and experience working in a school or district that implements the concepts of Response to Intervention (RtI)
Knowledge of school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Demonstrated understanding of, and responsiveness to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize a K-12 school community in a manner specific to the position
Strong student relationship building skills and the ability to establish a sound system of classroom routines and management
Establishes effective, collaborative working relationships with diverse staff, student and community populations
Ability to effectively manage and supervise students and their work