2026-2027: TOSA, Dean of Students @ Rocky Heights Elementary School

2026-2027: TOSA, Dean of Students @ Rocky Heights Elementary School Hermiston School District

ROCKY HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY

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HERMISTON SD 8

Job Details Job ID:

5651751

Application Deadline:

May 06, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Apr 22, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 1, 2026 Job Description Hermiston School District is seeking a full-time TOSA-Dean of Students. The successful candidate will be properly licensed or have the ability to obtain licensure prior to the start of the school year, and possess the ability to serve as the Dean of Students. Position begins August 2026. The TOSA Dean of Students will work and be paid for 10 additional days above the normal 193-day teacher work year contract.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience with increasing levels of responsibility in a school setting, elementary preferred Valid licensure through Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) Working knowledge of discipline procedures, education code, district policies Excellent command of oral and written English language Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for on-the-job travel Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds Maintain integrity of confidential information relation to students, staff, and district patrons

Desired Qualifications:

Interest in pursuing school administration and ideally has started coursework About our

Elementary Schools:

There are six comprehensive elementary schools (K-5) within the Hermiston School District, ranging in size from 460-600 students. Each elementary campus has the supports of a Principal, Dean of Students, School Counselor, an Instructional Coach, and a range of classified staff. Our goal is to support teachers in providing a premier education. About the

District:

The Hermiston School District is the largest district in eastern Oregon, exceeding 5,300 students in grades kindergarten through 12, with the mission of serving the needs of all students with rigorous and engaging program choices, mutual, respect, and high expectations. The school district includes a 9-12 senior high school, two 6-8 middle schools, and six K-5 elementary schools for students and families. The school district receives strong support from the Hermiston community. In 2019 voters approved an $82.7 million building project, which included replacement of Rocky Heights Elementary (opened fall 2022); construction of an additional elementary school, Loma Vista (opened fall 2022), and a multi-classroom annex of the high school (opened fall 2023); along with various district-wide renovations. Voters also approved a $69.9 million bond in 2008. The district employs over 630 full time staff that includes approximately 390 teachers and over 260 classified, support, and supervisory personnel, making it one of the largest employers in the city of Hermiston. A nationally recognized community that embraces its diversity, the district serves some 28,000 residents, where half of the population is Hispanic. The school district prides itself on the academic achievement of its students, successful athletic programs, nationally recognized club and activity organizations, and its exhaustive list of academic and elective opportunities available to students. The district's partnership with community organizations is central to its continued success, highlighted by support groups who have provided nearly a half a million dollars to assist students and programs through such venues as the Hermiston Sports Booster Club, Hermiston Education Foundation, Band Boosters, FFA Alumni, and the community sponsorship of the student homebuilding program, to name a few. About the

Community:

The city of Hermiston is a vibrant and growing community of almost 20,000 residents located at the crossroads of the Pacific Northwest, situated near the intersection of I-84 and I-82, just minutes from a Columbia River port and 30 minutes from the Tri-Cities in Washington. Hermiston and the entire Umatilla County area have excellent potential for growth in commercial, industrial, agricultural, as well as residential development. Hermiston boasts over 100 acres for community use, volleyball courts, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, children's play areas, barbeque and picnic areas and more. Located within 10 minutes of downtown Hermiston, both Umatilla and Echo have challenging golf courses. The Columbia River offers tournament level fishing, as well as many water sports including swimming, wind surfing, and boating. Other fishing waters include the Umatilla River, Cold Springs Reservoir and many ponds. Hat Rock State Park is nearby, and the Blue Mountains are within an hour drive, affording a wide variety of fishing, hunting, and camping activities. In the winter, the mountains are home to excellent snow skiing, tubing, snowmobiling, and sledding.

Salary and Benefits:

The Hermiston School District offers an extremely competitive salary and benefits package, which includes PERS retirement employer-paid pick-up, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive health and benefits package. A full-year contract consists of 193 days, which includes 3 paid holidays. The TOSA Dean of Students will work and be paid for 10 additional days above the normal 193-day teacher work year contract, which includes 3 paid holidays.

Application Procedures:

The applicant must supply the following items online through Applicant Tracking (formerly called Recruit & Hire), SchoolSpring https://hermiston.schoolspring.

com/:

Online Application form Cover Letter Professional Resume Letters of Recommendation (encouraged, but optional) It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure his/her application is complete. Only complete applications will be considered. The Hermiston School District is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Position Type:

Full-Time Salary:

$50,849 to $101,497

Per Year Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources , HR 305 SW 11th Street Hermiston, Oregon 97838

Phone:

541-667-6031

Email:

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