ID 6743- Learning Specialist - PATHWAYS - 1.0 FTE for 191 days/year

ID 6743- Learning Specialist - PATHWAYS - 1.0 FTE for 191 days/year JobID: 6743 Position Type: Student Services Date Posted: 7/16/2026 Location: Lake Oswego High School Date Available: 08/31/2026 Closing Date: 07/25/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide Learning Specialist - PATHWAYS 1.0 FTE for 191 days/year Lake Oswego High School JOB SUMMARY Position assists students eligible for special education and related services, and their classroom teachers, with helping students achieve their functional living skills, goals and objectives. Assesses each student's individual academic, functional, and behavioral needs, individualizes the regular K-12 curriculum to each student and develops IEPs as necessary. Activities and lessons reflect state standards, district curricula, lesson objectives, student academic achievement/functional academic goals, transition plans, behavior plans, 504 plans and/or IEPs. Maintains a safe and productive classroom/resource room environment. Consults with district behavioral staff and outside agencies to support school and transition goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties of this position include the following tasks. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned at any time. Provides specially designed instruction to students with a broad range of disabilities in a special class setting, general education classrooms, or other instructional settings. Adapts instructional activities and lessons for students to meet their functional academic goals, behavior plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Writes Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in conjunction with IEP teams. Monitors individual student progress towards IEP goals and requirements. Refers students who need additional services and support. Presents lessons and activities, individually and in groups, using a variety of visual and auditory methods and kinetic activities. Uses electronic devices and media is appropriate based upon student needs, abilities and maturity levels. Regularly uses oral, written and electronic communications to other staff members, administrators, students and parents/guardians regarding student behavior and student progress toward individual education objectives/goals. Communicates with outside agencies as necessary and as part of due process hearing procedures. Trains and monitors education paraprofessionals (SEAs) regarding student academic and behavioral goals, daily classroom activities, and specific recordkeeping requirements. Confers with classroom teachers and education paraprofessionals and provides information and appropriate instructional materials, as needed or requested. Provides technical assistance to building staff members as they implement building programs to meet the needs of disabled and non-disabled peers. Provides consultation to district staff regarding students who may be eligible for special education programs and services. Works in professional collaborative groups with other teachers on issues related to implementing effective content instruction and assessment. Communicates regularly with students and parents/guardians about academic performance. Participates as necessary in:Special Services team meetings; evaluation planning meetings; parent conferences; IEP meetings; placement determination meetings; transition plan meetings; manifestation determination meetings; and other meetings as determined or require Maintains all federal, state and district-required records and reports and ensures records and reports are accurate and contain required content. Helps students identify realistic academic, transition and vocational goals. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in applying conflict management and resolution techniques. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all district policies and procedures. Maintains consistent, daily and punctual attendance. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Non-essential duties of…