Brixner Junior High School Science Teacher

Brixner Junior High School Science Teacher

Klamath County SD Brixner Junior High School - Klamath Falls, Oregon. Open in Google Maps

Job : 5560189
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 27, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

This job description applies to elementary, middle, and high school teachers, unless otherwise identified by a specific teaching assignment in an alternate job description. Additional responsibilities and qualifications may be added for a specific position by the supervisor.

Primary Function:
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program, as designated by the Klamath County School District, in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Physical ability to adhere to OSHA and district safety regulations. Work within the district’s communicable disease control plan (blood borne pathogens) and be aware of the existence and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals as identified on the MSDS sheets.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

DOMAIN 1:
Planning and Preparation

1a Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy

• Content knowledge
• Prerequisite relationships
• Content pedagogy

1b Demonstrating Knowledge of Students

• Child development
• Learning process
• Special needs
• Student skills, knowledge, and proficiency
• Interests and cultural heritage

1c Setting Instructional Outcomes

• Value, sequence, and alignment
• Clarity
• Balance
• Suitability for diverse learners

1d Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources

• For classroom
• To extend content knowledge
• For students

1e Designing Coherent Instruction

• Learning activities
• Instructional materials and resources
• Instructional groups
• Lesson and unit structure

1f Designing Student Assessments

• Congruence with outcomes
• Criteria and standards
• Formative assessments
• Use for planning

DOMAIN 2:
The Classroom Environment

2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport

• Teacher interaction with students
• Student interaction with students

2b Establishing a Culture for Learning

• Importance of content
• Expectations for learning and achievement
• Student pride in work

2c Managing Classroom Procedures

• Instructional groups
• Transitions
• Materials and supplies
• Non-instructional duties
• Supervision of volunteers and paraprofessionals

2d Managing Student Behavior

• Expectations Monitoring behavior
• Response to misbehavior

2e Organizing Physical Space

• Safety and accessibility
• Arrangement of furniture and resources

DOMAIN 3:
Instruction

3a Communicating With Students

• Expectations for learning
• Directions and procedures
• Explanations of content
• Use of oral and written language

3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques

• Quality of questions
• Discussion techniques
• Student participation

3c Engaging Students in Learning

• Activities and assignments
• Student groups
• Instructional materials and resources
• Structure and pacing

3d Using Assessment in Instruction

• Assessment criteria
• Monitoring of student learning
• Feedback to students
• Student self‑assessment and monitoring

3e Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness

• Lesson adjustment
• Response to students
• Persistence

DOMAIN 4:
Professional Responsibilities

4a Reflecting on Teaching

• Accuracy
• Use in future teaching

4b Maintaining Accurate Records

• Student completion of assignments
• Student progress in learning
• Non‑instructional records

4c Communicating with Families

• About instructional program
• About individual students
• Engagement of families in instructional program

4d Participating in a Professional Community

• Relationships with colleagues
• Participation in school projects
• Involvement in culture of professional inquiry
• Service to school

4e Growing and Developing Professionally

• Enhancement of content knowledge / pedagogical skill
• Receptivity to feedback from colleagues
• Service to the profession

4f Showing Professionalism

• Integrity/ethical conduct
• Service to students
• Advocacy
• Decision‑making
• Compliance with school/district regulations

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Position to begin in the 2026/2027 school year.

• 190‑day contract
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance
• 6% PERS paid by District
• $54,498‑99,598/Annual

Position Type: Full Time

• Travis Fast , Principal
• Brixner Junior High School
• Phone:
• Email: fastt.or.us