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Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below. Position Title: Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) - Instructional Services - Content Specialist - REGIONAL MATH SUPPORTS
Department: Instructional Services
Location: WashingtonService Center (Hillsboro) -with travel required in four county area
Reports To: Program Administrator
Compensation: Per negotiated contract, Licensed Salary Schedule
Bargaining Unit: NWEA
FTE: 1.0 FTE
Work Days: 210 NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.
GENERAL DUTIES:
In alignment with the NWRESD's mission statement, this position is responsible for contributing to the development and execution of the Northwest Regional ESD's professional development system for educators across twenty component school districts and for ESD employees across four counties. The Teacher on Special Assignment will join a highly collaborative and innovative team of exceptional educators on the nationally recognized NWRESD Instructional Services Team. The successful TOSA is committed to working collaboratively with other members of the department as well as other professionals within the NWRESD. The successful TOSA is committed to educational equity and anti-racism, and uses best-practice research in designing adult learning activities and applying instructional coaching cycles, understands improvement science methodologies, is highly motivated to ensure that every child in our public schools has true access to relevant and rigorous educational opportunities, and brings a growth mindset to the work of pedagogical and systems improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regional Math Support Content Specialist
1. Bachelor's Degree in curriculum, instruction, counseling, or teaching
2. Valid Oregon TSPC Administrative License or ability to obtain license within timeline specifi ed by district, including Mathematics Endorsement, preferably Advanced Mathematics
3. Three (3) or more years of successful PK-12 teaching/educational experience
4. Three (3) or more years of successful experience planning and delivering effective professional development, including coaching.
5. Experience leading equity work.
6. Valid Driver's License; available transportation and proof of auto insurance.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
1. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
2. Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations
3. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
4. Proficient in the use of computer and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS Word)
5. Knowledge of current and emerging practices for effective adult learning.
6. Fluency in how K-12 schools and early learning environments are currently structured
7. Deep content knowledge of speciality area:
b. Regional Math Supports Specialist knows and understands:
i. Science of math
ii. Best practices in mathematics instruction
iii. Oregon's Mathematics Standards
iv. Best practice of implementation science
v. MTSS/data-based decision making 8. An understanding of, and willingness to grow in, principles of educational equity, antiracism, and social justice
9. Knowledge of best practices of implementation science
10. Experience coaching or mentoring teachers for the purpose of improving student learning and providing feedback in a non-evaluative manner. This includes modeling best learning practices for teachers for the purpose of helping teachers quickly implement best practices in their own instruction
11. Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups in meetings and workshop settings
12. Must possess excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills. Ability to express complex ideas with clarity and precision, both orally and in writing.
13. Ability to work with minimal supervision, communicate clearly, and prioritize and manage multiple projects.
Essential Functions: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following
tasks. Other Duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are not inclusive, but
characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.
A. Deliver and facilitate professional learning, including school coaching, to school teams in the 20 school districts in Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook and Washington counties and NWRESD employees.
B. Contribute to and support the development, coordination and implementation of a comprehensive networked learning model.
C. Build content knowledge by acting as a content area expert in an assigned area.
D. Engage in and facilitate reflective thinking while looking critically at instructional practices.
E. Introduce refinements for instructional practices through coaching conversations.
F. Support the successful implementation of professional learning based on the identified needs of districts.
G. Analyze feedback to guide future professional development priorities.
H. Work respectfully and effectively with people from a wide range of racial, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
I. Requires frequent travel to schools across our four-county region and flexibility in scheduling off-site training.
J. Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all organizational levels.
K. Requires travel to rural school districts, sometimes outside of the normal school day, including overnight stays.
W. Perform other job duties as assigned Note: The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.
Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900. FISCAL POSITION CONTROL CODE: 3610
JOB POST ID: 3427
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Northwest Regional Education Service District
May 09, 2026