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Gresham-Barlow School District

Teacher - High School, Life Science (2025-2026) (Temporary)

Gresham-Barlow School District, Gresham, Oregon, United States, 97080

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Position Overview Position Type:

Certified/Licensed Teacher - High School Science Date Posted:

1/9/2026 Location:

Sam Barlow High School Date Available:

01/26/2026 Contract:

95 contract days, Temporary Contract 2025-2026 School Year Only, 0.50 FTE

Compensation Annual Salary Range: $13,065 - $25,877 (Based on 192/193 Day Contract). Initial placement on the salary schedule is based on education and contracted licensed experience. Specialty stipend: $494 for certified multilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, or Russian (subject to standardized proficiency test).

Applicant Information Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Apply through gbsdjobs.com

Qualifications State of Oregon Teaching License with Science endorsement and current First Aid Card.

Job Summary The job of "Teacher - High School" is to develop students' academic skills through academic courses of study and 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.

Essential Job Functions

Help each pupil develop competence in subject matter skills; motivate each pupil to apply understanding and skills in the solution of problems; develop good relationships with parents and with other staff members

Teach courses to secondary pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content

Instruct pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study common to all teachers, as specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district

Develop lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids

Demonstrate concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher‑prepared instructional aids

Provide opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil

Design learning activities that relate subject area to the physical world

Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment

Evaluate each pupil's progress in knowledge and skills, and prepare progress reports. May prepare letters of recommendation for scholarships, college applications, etc.

Perform basic attendance accounting and business services as required

May plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants, or other paraprofessionals

Communicate with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil's progress

Identify pupil needs, and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems

Supervise pupils in out‑of‑classroom activities during the assigned working day

Maintain professional competence through participation in in‑service education activities provided by the District, and/or in self‑selected professional growth activities

Prompt and regular attendance

Other Job Functions

Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

Participate 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

Select and requisition books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies and maintain required inventory records

Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school and/or on a District level. May teach under modular or flexible scheduling plans

Share in the sponsorship of student activities, and participate in faculty committees

Essential Job Requirements – Qualifications Experience Required:

Prior job related experience

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:

Skillsto motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance

Knowledgeof 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. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/field of vision

Education Required:

Bachelor’s Degree

Licenses, Bonding and/or Testing Required:

Teaching Credential for appropriate level of instruction and/or subjects

Highly Qualified Status for assignment

Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certificates

Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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