5th Grade Teacher - 1.0 FTE - Parkdale Elementary School

5th Grade Teacher

• 1.0 FTE
• Parkdale Elementary School Hood River County SD 134-Parkdale Elementary School
• Mount Hood, Oregon This job is also posted in Hood River County School District Job Details

Job ID:

5713462

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 19, 2026 Job Description Open until filled. This is a REGULAR, full time position at Parkdale Elementary, beginning with the 2026/27 school year.

Application Process:

Current District Regular Employees:

Submit your interest letter in TalentEd/Recruit & Hire. External Applicants (Including Substitutes and District Coaches): Submit an electronic application through TalentEd/Recruit & Hire (link on District website or click here https://hoodriver.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx) Include a letter of interest, addressed to Nate Parson, Principal; Three (3) recent letters of reference; Current resume; Copy of License or proof of licensure.

Note:

Official college transcripts will be required upon hire. All materials need to be included in your TalentEd/Recruit & Hire application.

Job Purpose Statement:

The job of "Teacher

• Elementary" is done for the purpose of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

We are looking for an experienced Elementary Educator with 3+ years of classroom experience to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate is not just a teacher, but a community-minded leader eager to make a lasting impact within the Parkdale neighborhood and collaborate with a high-performing team of teachers and staff members.

Essential Job Functions:

Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment. Assesses student for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations, goals, etc. Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum. Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum. Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students. Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study. Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies. Maintains consistent and predictable attendance to meet the needs of the students and the expectations of the District.

Other Job Functions:

Assists other personnel as required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

Oregon Teaching License, endorsed to teach Elementary

• Multiple Subjects.

Experience using a variety of different instructional strategies. Experience working with English Language Learners. Bilingual ability in English/Spanish preferred. Skills, Knowledge and/or

Abilities Required:

Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance. Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred. Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code, appropriate instructional subjects. Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Meet attendance requirements. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/ field of vision. Licenses Required Valid Oregon Teaching License with an Elementary Multiple Subjects endorsement. Testing/Background Check Required Any offer of employment made by Hood River County School District to an external candidate is contingent upon satisfactory results of: Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed. Nationwide criminal history verification

• a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.

SALARY:

The salary range listed below is for the 2025/26 school year, for a 192-day contract. The salary schedule for the 2026/27 school year is being negotiated this spring.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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 Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.

Position Type:

Full Time-Regular

Salary:

$59,112 to $99,834 N/A