Elementary Learning Specialist
About the Employer
Job Title (for context): 2026-2027 Temporary Elementary Learning Specialist (Special Education Teacher) Job Pool - Full-Time (1.0 FTE) - Special Programs - 26/27 School Year Only
Posting Information
Posting opens: August 17, 2026
Posting closes: Open until filled
Salary & Benefits
The salary range is $47,588 – $103,098 (based on the 2026–27 SEA certified salary schedule), depending on education and experience, plus a generous benefits package. The salary will be pro-rated based on hire date if hired after September 1, 2026.
About Springfield Public Schools
Springfield Public Schools is located in Springfield, Oregon, in the heart of the Willamette Valley. We serve approximately 8,400 students across 185 square miles in Springfield and East/Central Lane County, just east of Eugene and the University of Oregon. We believe student success is our most important outcome – and that success is built through a shared commitment to support every student, every day.
Springfield Public Schools is committed to honoring the dignity of every student by creating just, equitable, and fully welcoming learning environments.
About the Position
Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for positions of temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE) Elementary Learning Specialist (grades K–5) for the 26/27 school year only. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives by providing specialized support that helps every learner access, engage in, and succeed within the core curriculum.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
A belief that every student can and will learn A commitment to eliminating inequities in student achievement The ability to foster safe, healthy, and engaging learning environments A dedication to building an inclusive culture that values the strengths of students, staff, and community.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Experience working with elementary-aged students;
Strong understanding of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) for academic and social/emotional/behavioral needs;
Knowledge of and experience with Response to Instruction & Intervention (RTI) frameworks;
Familiarity with Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS);
Demonstrated ability to support and respond to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in a K–12 school community;
Strong relationship-building skills with students and the ability to establish effective classroom routines and management systems;
Ability to build collaborative relationships with staff, students, and families;
Experience providing individualized, explicit instruction aligned to the core curriculum;
Ability to effectively manage and supervise students and their learning.
Minimum Qualifications
A valid Oregon teaching license (or ability to obtain one) with a Special Education: Generalist endorsement;
Ability to successfully pass fingerprinting, criminal, Oregon Department of Education, and TSPC background checks.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual/Biliterate (Spanish)
Equal Opportunity & Veteran's Preference
Springfield Public Schools is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation in admission, access, or treatment in its programs and activities, as required by state and federal law.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources at (541) 726-3203.
Veterans
We provide preference in employment to qualifying veterans and disabled veterans in accordance with applicable law.
Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following documentation at the time of application:
Disabled Veterans:
* Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215), showing character of service and
* Veteran's Disability Preference Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless included on the DD Form 214 or 215)