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Bethel School District is seeking appropriately licensed candidates for a 1.0 FTE Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) – Elementary Student Support Specialist position at Malabon Elementary School through December. Elementary location to be determined for the remainder of the school year.
This newly created position is designed to strengthen school-wide systems of support for students and families through the implementation of:
- Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Restorative and trauma-informed practices
- Attendance and engagement supports
- Family outreach and connection
The Student Support Specialist will work collaboratively with administrators, teachers, educational assistants, counselors, specialists, families, and community partners to help create safe, inclusive, responsive, and joyful learning environments where all students thrive.
Candidates who are licensed or have the ability to obtain Oregon licensure through the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) by the start of the 2026–2027 school year are encouraged to apply.
Our Mission
To create relevant, responsive, and joyful learning communities where all students thrive.
Position Summary
The Elementary Student Support Specialist is a licensed Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) position focused on supporting students’ academic, behavioral, social-emotional, attendance, and engagement needs through school-wide prevention systems and targeted interventions.
This position provides leadership and coordination related to:
- MTSS and PBIS implementation
- Student engagement and attendance supports
- Restorative and trauma-informed practices
- Family outreach and partnership
- Behavioral and social-emotional interventions
- Positive school climate initiatives
The Student Support Specialist collaborates with school teams to identify barriers to student success and develop proactive, equitable, and culturally responsive systems of support for students and families.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Student Support & Intervention
- Collaborate with school teams to identify students needing Tier 2 and Tier 3 academic, behavioral, attendance, or social-emotional supports
- Coordinate and monitor targeted interventions and student support plans
- Facilitate or support student success meetings, attendance meetings, and intervention planning meetings
- Support students and families experiencing barriers related to attendance, behavior, housing instability, mental health, or school engagement
- Assist with re-engagement and transition planning for students returning from extended absences, behavior incidents, or alternative placements
MTSS/PBIS Leadership
- Support implementation of school-wide MTSS and PBIS systems and practices
- Model and support positive behavior strategies and classroom management practices
- Support restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices across the school environment
- Assist with implementation of social-emotional learning practices and positive school climate initiatives
Family Engagement & Outreach
- Build positive and collaborative relationships with families
- Increase family engagement through outreach, communication, problem-solving, and connection to resources
- Connect students and families with school and community-based supports as appropriate
- Collaborate with community partners and service providers to support student success
Staff Collaboration & Coaching
- Collaborate with counselors, administrators, teachers, educational assistants, and district staff to provide coordinated student supports
- Provide coaching, resources, and support to staff related to student engagement, behavior interventions, and social-emotional supports
- Support equitable, inclusive, and culturally responsive practices across the school environment
Data & Systems Coordination
- Review and analyze attendance, behavior, engagement, and intervention data to support decision-making
- Assist with tracking and monitoring student progress and intervention effectiveness
- Maintain accurate records and confidentiality in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements
School Climate & Culture
- Support supervision and student engagement during arrival, dismissal, recess, lunch, and transition times as needed
- Promote a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and student-centered school environment
- Support school-wide efforts to strengthen student belonging, engagement, and positive school culture
- Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal
Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions
Successful candidates will:
- Believe all students can learn, grow, and succeed
- Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Demonstrate culturally responsive and equity-centered practices
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Use data to support intervention planning and decision-making
- Support family engagement with empathy, professionalism, and persistence
- Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment
- Incorporate feedback and professional learning into daily practice
- Maintain a growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
Minimum Qualifications
- Possess an Oregon Teaching License valid for assignment by the start of the school year
- Experience working with elementary-aged students
- Ability to implement culturally responsive practices and strategies
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, and staff
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing student and school needs
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and prompt attendance
- Successfully pass fingerprinting, criminal, Oregon Department of Education, and TSPC background checks
Preferred Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in:
- MTSS, PBIS, SEL, restorative practices, and student support systems
- PBIS implementation and behavior intervention supports
- Attendance, engagement, and re-engagement interventions
- Trauma-informed educational practices
- Family outreach and partnership-building
- Supporting students experiencing behavioral, social-emotional, or mental health challenges
- Collaborative Problem Solving approaches
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Support Plans
- Using student data to inform intervention planning
- Working with multilingual students and families
Desired Experience
Highly desired experience includes:
- Bilingual and bicultural communication skills
- Experience working in diverse or high-needs elementary school settings
- Experience collaborating with community agencies and service providers
- Experience supporting inclusive and equitable school climate initiatives
- Experience coaching or supporting staff related to student behavior, engagement, or social-emotional supports
Applying
A cover letter is required with your application. Applicants should address:
- Experience supporting students through MTSS, PBIS, restorative, or trauma-informed practices
- Experience building positive partnerships with families and community organizations
- Experience using data to support student intervention planning
- Experience collaborating with school teams to improve student outcomes
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices
For information regarding this position please email, Nathan Bridgens, Principal at Malabon Elementary School.
To apply, please follow the link to TalentEd SchoolSpring
If you are an in-district employee and wish to be considered for this position, please complete the internal application through TalentEd SchoolSpring by 4:00 p.m., on November 23, 2026.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Bethel School District 52 complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws, such as the Fair Employment Practices Act, Title IX regulations, and Section 504 of PL93.112 in employment and educational programs and activities.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The Bethel School District, an equal opportunity employer, complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws, such as the, Fair Employment Practice Act, Title IX Regulations and Section 504 of PL 93.112 in employment and educational programs and activities.
The District is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act amendments of 1989.
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Remie Calalang, Assistant Superintendent, at (541) 689-3280 for additional information or assistance.
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Who's Hiring
- South San Francisco Unified School District11
- Oakland Unified School District5
- Magellan Health3
- Commonwealth Charter Academy3
- Mastery Schools2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in teacher on special assignment jobs.
- Valid state teaching license or credential in the relevant subject area or grade level
- Minimum three to five years of successful classroom teaching experience
- Experience designing or facilitating professional development for adult learners
- Knowledge of curriculum alignment frameworks and instructional best practices
- Strong data analysis skills to interpret student assessment results and inform instruction
- Experience working with diverse student populations including English learners and students with disabilities
Tips for Your Teacher on Special Assignment Job Search
Tailor your resume to district priorities
Teacher on Special Assignment roles sit between classroom teaching and administration, so your resume must show both. Highlight specific programs you led, teacher populations you coached, and measurable outcomes like participation rates or assessment score shifts from your initiatives.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists teacher on special assignment openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Document your instructional coaching hours
Many districts require a minimum number of documented coaching or mentorship hours before considering candidates. Pull together observation logs, professional development session rosters, and any formal coaching cycles you facilitated to present a clear record when applications ask for it.
Target postings tied to grant-funded initiatives
Many teacher on special assignment positions are created around Title I programs, literacy grants, or state improvement plans. Identifying the funding source in a posting tells you exactly which skills to emphasize and signals that the role may have a defined timeline tied to that funding cycle.
Prepare a portfolio of curriculum artifacts
Hiring panels for these roles often ask for work samples during the interview. Bring unit plans, professional development slide decks, or coaching protocols you authored so evaluators can assess your instructional design skills directly rather than relying solely on your verbal responses.
Ask about scope and autonomy in the interview
Teacher on special assignment roles vary widely from site-based support to district-wide leadership. Ask specifically whether the position is assigned to one school or multiple, whether you report to a principal or a central office director, and what decision-making authority you hold over curriculum or scheduling.
Teacher on Special Assignment Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most teacher on special assignments?
South San Francisco Unified School District, Oakland Unified School District, and Magellan Health are hiring the most teacher on special assignments right now, with openings concentrated in California, Pennsylvania, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Checking listings frequently helps since district hiring often opens and closes on academic calendar cycles.
How many teacher on special assignment jobs are remote?
About 0% of teacher on special assignment openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most coaching and curriculum roles. Sub-specializations like curriculum writing, instructional design for online programs, and district-level policy work tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How do you become a teacher on special assignment?
Start by earning a valid state teaching license and building several years of strong classroom experience. Seek out opportunities to lead professional development, mentor newer teachers, or coordinate a school-based program. Many districts also expect candidates to hold or be working toward a master's degree in curriculum, instruction, or educational leadership before they will consider an application for these roles.
Can you get a teacher on special assignment job with limited experience?
Most districts require at least three years of classroom teaching before hiring into a teacher on special assignment role, so direct entry is uncommon. You can build toward it by volunteering to lead grade-level teams, writing curriculum units for your department, or co-facilitating professional development sessions, all of which demonstrate readiness for the broader responsibilities the role carries.
What does the teacher on special assignment interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a written application screening, followed by a panel interview that includes district administrators and sometimes school principals. Candidates are frequently asked to deliver a sample professional development presentation or walk through a curriculum artifact they created. A second-round interview with central office leadership is common before a final selection is made.
Where can I find and apply to teacher on special assignment jobs?
You can find and apply to teacher on special assignment jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from districts and educational organizations across the United States. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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