SOESD - School Improvement Specialist - SOREN

The role of the SOREN School Improvement Specialist is to partner with educators and leaders to advance the outcomes of the Regional Educator Network. This includes collaboration with district staff, community organizations, and higher education partners to strengthen aligned, regionwide efforts. Work is grounded in the assigned SOREN Professional Learning Plan(s), supporting implementation, continuous improvement, and coherence across sites. Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining communication routines with SOREN partners, facilitating and supporting professional learning, and contributing to networked improvement efforts. The position also supports the regional Aim through participation with the Coordinating Body, while managing records and coordinating with state agencies, SOREN districts, community partners, and contractors as needed.About SOESDSouthern Oregon ESD is located in the Rogue Valley, the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon, home to legendary snow-skiing, white-water rafting, kayaking, hiking, fishing, as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries, the Britt Music Festivals, the Ashland Independent Film Festival, and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.For more information on living in the Rogue Valley, please see:Education: http://vimeo.com/5495231Cultural Opportunities: http://vimeo.com/5702777Recreational Opportunities: https://vimeo.com/5734731Health Care: https://vimeo.com/5510082School Improvement Specialist - SORENPOSITION GOAL: Provide leadership, expertise, professional development and support for curriculum, instruction, and school improvement initiatives.Essential FunctionsSupport SOESD, schools, and districts in achieving their goals and in meeting Oregon requirements by developing and providing consultation, facilitation, and professional development services.Collaborate across programs, districts, and organizations to support implementation of federal, state, and local initiatives.Support curriculum, instruction, and assessment to meet content and performance standards.Support specific projects, such as traditional and digital instructional materials adoption, curriculum alignment, blended learning, teacher evaluation, mentoring, and work sample scoring.Assist with grant and contract applications, implementation, and evaluation.Serve as liaison and maintain communication with Oregon Department of Education and other state or private agencies regarding curriculum, instruction, assessment, and school improvement.Keep up to date on local, state, and national trends, rules, laws, and legislation related to schools, teaching, learning, curriculum, instruction, assessment, and school improvement.Participate in continuous improvement of knowledge and skills for effective teaching and learning by studying, attending classes and conferences, and participating in training.Make effective group presentations to diverse audiences and organizations, and facilitate consensus at meetings of diverse stakeholders.Use professional communication and conduct to communicate clearly and appropriately, and make professional decisions within established procedures.Establish and maintain high-trust relationships.Comply with SOESD and partner organizations' rules, policies and procedures.Perform physical requirements unaided or with assistance of some reasonable accommodation.Other duties as assigned.Minimum PrerequisitesValid Oregon Driver License.Valid Oregon Teaching License.Master's degree in education or related field preferred.Successful experience with continuous school improvement strategies and with curriculum, instruction, and assessment to implement adopted content and performance standards.At least five years' experience in public education as a classroom teacher preferred.At least two years' experience in providing professional development at a regional level preferred.The equivalent combination of experience, training, certification, education or degree that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be used as an alternative to prerequisites.LOCATION: In person at - SOESD District Office (5465 S. Pacific Hwy, Phoenix OR. 97535)LENGTH OF POSITION: 1.0 FTE/190 (academic year)SALARY: $62,576.96/hr - $107,893.12/hr Per the 2026-27 licensed collective bargaining agreementSUPERVISOR: Department AdministratorSOESD Benefits (For .50 FTE And Over)Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to 2182.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.9 paid holidaysA generous sick, vacation and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees. Health InsuranceOEBB MODAIncludes medical, dental, vision & prescription insuranceMonthly premium deducted pre-tax OptionsHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending Accounts medical, day-care expensesOptional Coverage for Additional Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity403(b)Mercy Flights MembershipPhysical RequirementsThe following physical requirements are essential functions of this position: Stand/Walk: 1-4 Hrs/Day Sit: 1-4 Hrs/Day Drive: 1-4 Hrs/Day Bending: Occasionally Squat: Occasionally Climb Stairs: Occasionally Single Grasping: Frequently Pushing: Occasionally Pulling: Occasionally Fine Manipulation: Frequently Repetitive Foot Control: Occasionally Lifting (less than 25 lbs.): Frequently Lifting (25-50 lbs.): Occasionally Lifting (50-75 lbs.): Limited Lifting (75-100 lbs.): LimitedNote: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws, including ORS Ch. 659, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.