Elementary School Teacher (2 Positions) -… at State of Oregon · Salem

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER (2 POSITIONS) - OREGON SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Location: Salem | ODE | Locust Street Initial Posting Date: 04/13/2026 Application Deadline: / Agency: Oregon Department of Education Salary Range: $59,604 - $107,604 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Elementary School Teacher (2 Positions) - Oregon School for the Deaf Job Description: This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We encourage interested candidates not to delay application. Position: Elementary School Teacher Location: Oregon School for the Deaf, Salem, Oregon Compensation: • Salary: $59,604 - $107,604 annually (based on education and experience) • Differentials: • Special Education: 5% above base rate • ASL Bilingual: 5% above base rate Minimum and Special Qualifications: • License: Oregon Teaching License/Certificate for teaching deaf/hard-of-hearing students, or the ability to obtain it by the start date. Out-of-state candidates may be eligible for emergency licensure. Contact Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission. • ASL Proficiency: ASLPI Level 3 or SLPI:ASL Intermediate or better upon hire, with certification required within 12 weeks of the start date. Application Process: To apply, click “Apply” and upload your resume. For questions, contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. About Us:   Our Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD), located in Salem, Oregon, provides direct 24-hour educational and residential services to approximately 130 students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, kindergarten through age 21.  OSD also acts as a resource to the entire state, providing special activities, consultation, and educational services to students, professionals, families, and the public.  All students enrolled at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) are entitled to the best education that our resources can provide. Each student is valued as a unique individual, to be treated with dignity, in an atmosphere where individual differences are accepted. The ideal candidates are committed to ensuring that students reach their maximum potential in ASL and English, while also supporting their individual communication needs.  Please enjoy a video from OSD Director, Sharla Jones: Welcome Message. What You Will Do: This position is crucial in preparing deaf and hard-of-hearing students for college and the workforce. Teachers are expected to provide services and instruction tailored to each student's needs, fostering skill development to the best of their abilities. The successful candidate(s) may teach various curriculum levels based on the specific requirements of assigned students each year. As a teacher at the Oregon School for the Deaf, you will be responsible for preparing students for higher education or the workforce through tailored services and instruction. This may involve supervising students during special activities, working with those facing emotional or behavioral challenges, and occasionally training teaching assistants, volunteers, college practicum students, or student teachers. Our Amazing Benefits: • Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members. Employees pay between 1%-5% of the monthly premium depending on plan chosen. • Additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses. • Paid Time off (Holidays, Personal Leave, Sick Leave) per the STEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. • Membership in Oregon PERS. • Option to enroll in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan, a deferred compensation program offering a wide variety of investment options. • A commitment to Wellness with lots of available resources. • Access to Employee Assistance Program. • Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.  • If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, please mention to us so that we may transfer in your sick leave balance upon hire! About Salem, Oregon:   Salem, Oregon’s state capital city, is located in the center of the Willamette Valley. This area, dotted with cities, farms, wineries, and forests, is considered one of the most livable in the country - offering a low cost of living, good schools, and year-round pleasant weather. Salem is located less than one hour from Oregon’s major metropolitan area, Portland, and is approximately an hour and a half from the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountain range, and beautiful Mt. Hood. Additional Information: • You will be represented by the State Teacher Education Association (STEA). • The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process. • Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply. • Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. • Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which includes a fingerprint-based records check, as a condition of employment. • Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference.  For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.  You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666. • Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3)  within three days of hire for employment verification. • If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Ariel Dickenson via email Ariel.Dickenson@ode.oregon.gov. Helpful links and contact information: • Subscribe to our jobs! • Learn more about the Oregon School for the Deaf • Help & Support webpage • Learn more about Oregon • For additional information, please e-mail ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.