CAREERS.

Bus Driver Core Responsibilities 

• Share responsibility with a team of colleagues and parents to honor the mission and values of the school;
• Safely operates school bus for the purpose of transporting students over scheduled routes to and from school
• Operates District school bus in accordance with procedures and in compliance with all State of Oregon traffic laws and regulations regarding the operation of a school bus
• Appropriately and safely operates all devices associated with operating and inspecting a school bus, including but not limited to: electronic inspection devices; first aid kits; bodily fluid kits; fire extinguishers; emergency triangles; tire irons; car seats; safety vests; wheelchairs and wheelchair securements; wheelchair lifts; oxygen tanks; backpacks; securement straps; seat belts; and two-way radios.
• Support, manage and discipline students in a fair and consistent manner, using clear routines and expectations as well as school approved behavior support techniques;
• Regulates heating and ventilating equipment provided on bus for the comfort of passengers.
• Instructs, supervises, and assists students and other passengers in safely crossing roadways and the safe entry and exiting of the bus during regular and emergency situations. Twice each year instructs students and other riders on safe bus riding and bus evacuations as required by law.
• Performs designated pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned school bus in accordance with District procedures and laws of the State of Oregon. Undertakes inclement weather procedures as necessary, including chaining the bus when necessary.
• Cleans interiors and windshields of school buses for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance and sanitation of the vehicle in accordance with District procedures.
• Prepares all required reports, forms or other documents and maintains accurate records.
• Maintains confidentiality, with specific understanding of the privacy rights of students.
• Effectively communicates with students and parents to create an orderly and safe experience for student riders.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other members of the transportation staff, school personnel, students, and parents. Effectively works and communicates with students, parents, and staff from diverse cultures or backgrounds including those who speak limited or no English.
• Complies with all procedures outlined in the Code of Professional Conduct and Annual Notices for Education Practitioners, Teachers, Support Staff, Administrators, Substitutes Handbook; and the Employees Handbook; and all other District Policies and Procedures.

Bus Driver Required Qualifications

• Must be able to operate all student transportation vehicles.
• Must have successfully completed a Bus Driver Trainee program.
• Must possess a satisfactory driving record and an understanding of safe driving practices.
• Must read, speak, and write the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public.
• Must understand highway signs and signals in the English language.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to chain a bus.
• Must maintain a sound driving record.
• Must remain drug-free and will be subject to drug testing at various times: pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident and return to work.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Bus Driver Qualifications

• At least one or two years relevant experience working with children from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds.
• Experience working with children ages 5 to 11, preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage student behavior
• Willingness to learn about and adapt to KairosPDX culture
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets the standards in place by the District.
• At the point of hire, must be able to pass the Physical Capacity/Agility Test and must pass a
• DOT physical examination and drug test. Must attain and maintain a DOT Physical Card.
• At the point of hire, must be able to attain and maintain an Oregon Commercial Drivers’
• License and Oregon School Bus Driver Certification.
• Must possess and maintain a First Aid/CPR Card.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
• Must pass a Drug Screening Test.
• Must obtain all other necessary certifications and licenses necessary to operate a school bus in the state of Oregon including complying with new regulations that may be enacted subsequent to the first day of employment.
• Must possess a reaction time of 3/4 of a second or less from the throttle to the brake control.
• On a continuous basis, hearing must be not less than 7/15 in at least one (1) ear.
• On a continuous basis, vision must be with near acuity and far acuity of no less than 20/40 in each eye either with or without corrective lenses binocular acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in each eye with or without corrective lenses a field of vision of not less than a total of 140 degrees depth perception and color vision to distinguish red, green and yellow colors.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Dependent on qualifications
• Benefits include:  Up to three weeks of school closure breaks, paid sick/personal leave days, paid holidays, participation in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), employer contribution for health insurance, professional development opportunities.

Working Conditions

• This position works outside in all kinds of weather, and often in the dark.  Much of this positions work time consists of seated time in the driver’s seat of a school bus.  This position will routinely ascend and descend stairs, use leg and hand motions associated with the driving of a bus.
• This position will have potential exposure including, but not limited to, chemical, diesel, grease and oil fumes; fuel, grease and oil; blood-borne pathogens; heavy traffic patterns; cold and hot temperatures; and inclement and severe weather.

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KairosPDX is an equal opportunity employer. KairosPDX will not discriminate against any job application or employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation and/or gender identification.

School Nurse Core Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the health service programs of KairosPDX
• Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness
• Treat students and staff as needed
• Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions, chronic illnesses and disabilities
• Consult with educators, school administrators, special education and other school staff regarding student care
• Administer medication
• Participate in student IEP, 504 and Safety Planning & monitoring as needed
• Keep track of students’ vaccination records
• Educate students, staff and families on health procedures, healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene
• Support students who have disabilities
• Perform hearing, vision and other health screenings
• Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings
• Update students’ medical history
• Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)
• Write referrals for pediatricians and other health specialists
• Ensure compliance with national and local health laws
• Participate in professional development facilitating growth of each student, staff member and the organization
• Current Food Handlers Card
• Perform other related duties as assigned

School Nurse Qualifications

• Proper TSPC licensure to develop and deliver a comprehensive school health services, including current School Nurse Certification issued in the State of Oregon
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in public health nursing, community health nursing, school health nursing or pediatric nursing preferred
• Knowledge of many areas of health including mental health
• Knowledge of school laws and policies
• Ability to work independently or with others
• Ability to communicate well with others both written and orally
• Ability to assess situations and act quickly
• BLS/CPR certification
• Knowledge of state health regulations
• Ability to multitask
• Use a computer and various software applications.
• Willingness to learn about and adapt to KairosPDX culture
• Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must be able to keep discretion and confidentiality
• Share KairosPDX’s stance that excellent public education is a civil right of all children and families
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Dependent on qualifications
• Benefits include: Up to three weeks of school closure breaks, paid sick/personal leave days, paid holidays, participation in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), employer contribution for health insurance, professional development opportunities.

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KairosPDX is an equal opportunity employer. KairosPDX will not discriminate against any job application or employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation and/or gender identification.

Core Position Responsibilities:

• Work with a team of colleague to further the mission of the school;
• Teach and manage a classroom with children;
• Discipline students in a fair and consistent manner, using clear routines and expectations as well as school approved behavior support techniques;
• Interpret, plan and work toward the goals of the learning community;
• Plan and prepare the environment for the academic and non-academic needs of children; 
• Assess for progress in the academic, social, emotional and cultural domains of student development;
• Align curriculum, instructional strategies, and student assessment to the Common Core; 
• Co-plan instruction with grade team towards maximizing learning for all students in the grade
• Document and maintain educational records for each child in the classroom; 
• Utilize data to inform instruction; 
• Responsible for planning for and orchestrating academic, social, emotional and cultural identity growth outcomes;
• Work with a team of colleagues and families to provide a nurturing and positive climate that encourages student responsibility and intrinsic motivation; 

• Participate in continuous improvement practices including observation, reflection and collaboration;

• Communicate regularly with families concerning the school’s program and their child’s progress (including quarterly family conferences, and annual home culture visit); 

• Participate in professional development to facilitate growth of each student, staff member and the organization overall;
• Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events;
• Participate in supervising students during recess and other non-class times and
• Assist in planning and supervising field trips (both local trips and overnights).

Additional Responsibilities:

• Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events
• Participate in professional development to facilitate growth of each student, staff member and the organization overall
• Participate in continuous improvement practices including observations, reflections and collaborations 
• Perform other related duties as needed and assigned

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary Range: Dependent on experience
• Benefits include: Up to three weeks of building closure breaks, paid sick/personal leave days, paid holidays, participation in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), employer contribution for health insurance, professional development opportunity.

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Interested candidates please submit a cover letter and resume via email to: careers@kairospdx.org. Please state “Elementary Teacher application” in the subject line. In the cover letter please briefly describe your previous teaching experience, why you are interested in this position and what strengths you will bring to the job. Resumes will be accepted until the positions are filled. 

KairosPDX is an equal opportunity employer. KairosPDX will not discriminate against any job application or employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation and/or gender identification.

Core Position Responsibilities:

• Work with a team of colleague to further the academic mission of the school;
• Discipline students in a fair and consistent manner, using clear routines and expectations as well as school approved behavior support techniques;
• Interpret, plan and work toward the goals of the learning community;
• Plan and prepare the environment for the academic and non-academic needs of children; 
• Assess for progress in the academic, social, emotional and cultural domains of student development;
• Align curriculum, instructional strategies, and student assessment to the Common Core; 
• Co-plan instruction with grade team towards maximizing learning for all students in the grade
• Document and maintain educational records for each child in the classroom in a way that communicates student progress over time; 
• Utilize disaggregated data to inform differentiated instruction and plan for strategies to eliminate student disparities; 
• Responsible for planning for and developing the growth and achievement for academic, social, emotional as well as cultural identity outcomes;
• Work with a team of colleagues and families to provide a nurturing and positive climate that encourages student responsibility, leadership and intrinsic motivation; 

• Participate in continuous improvement practices including observation, reflection and collaboration;

• Communicate regularly with families concerning the school’s program and their child’s progress (including quarterly family conferences, and annual home culture visit); 

• Participate in professional development to facilitate growth of each student, staff member and the organization overall;
• Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events;
• Participate in supervising students during recess and other non-class times and
• Assist in planning and supervising field trips (both local trips and overnights).

Additional Responsibilities:

• Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events
• Participate in professional development to facilitate growth of each student, staff member and the organization overall
• Participate in continuous improvement practices including observations, reflections and collaborations 
• Perform other related duties as needed and assigned

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary Range: Dependent on experience
• Benefits include: Up to three weeks of building closure breaks, paid sick/personal leave days, paid holidays, participation in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), employer contribution for health insurance, professional development opportunity.

Apply Here!

KairosPDX is an equal opportunity employer. KairosPDX will not discriminate against any job application or employe on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation and/or gender identification.

Core Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for upholding classroom expectations and language as set by classroom teachers while providing supervision of children 
• Assist classroom teacher and support team with development and implementation of individualized academic and behavior supports by: 
  • Collaboration and communication of all observations and experiences while implementing support needs
  • Participating in professional development and training around trauma-informed care, and other therapeutic and culturally relevant practices 
  • Supporting individualized plans and providing consistent responses to daily behavior
  • Daily documentation in internal student databases
• Support Community Action Session (CAS) by assisting community partners with individual/group instructional support needs
• Participate in supervising students during recess and other non-class times
• Responsible for leading students in recess, park, nutrition breaks, transitions, lunch duty and community action sessions
• Assist classroom teacher with preparing the environment for the academic and non-academic needs of children 
• Assist classroom teacher with individual and/or small group instruction for children 
• Assist classroom teacher with facilitation of home/school information and relationship:
  • Responsible for the exchange of information between home and school ie: creation of flyers, conference reminders, etc.
  • Supporting classroom teachers to communicate with families regarding student behavior, needs and growth 
• Assist classroom teachers to develop culturally relevant instructional opportunities that engage and empower all students
• Distributing food during nutrition breaks in classrooms
• Tracking and maintaining first aid and safety supplies in classrooms
• Preparing materials and technology needs in support of learning
• Perform other related duties as needed by teaching staff
• Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events; and
• Assist in planning and supervising field trips (both local trips and overnights).

Salary and Benefits:

• Hourly Range: dependent on experience, ranging from $20.79 – $24.90
• Benefits include: Up to three weeks of building closure breaks, paid sick/personal leave days, paid holidays, participation in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), employer contribution for health insurance, professional development opportunity.

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KairosPDX is an equal opportunity employer. KairosPDX will not discriminate against any job application or employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation and/or gender identification.

Core Position Responsibilities: 

• Greetings families at drop off and pick-up; (Morning and Afternoon) 
• Maintain systems that support school leaders and families in meeting school culture goals;
• Conduct culturally specific outreach to support families with highest needs; 
• Manage assigned projects and paying close attention to detail, following up regularly, meeting deadlines, and producing high-quality work, improve efficiencies by: 

o System of Prioritization of Immediate, Short Term & Long-Term tasks; 

o System of finding family information (attendance, demographic, topics preferred, children 0 – 5; 

• Responsible for tracking ongoing communications with families, teachers and partners to enable consistent support for families collecting: 

o Types of families served (race, configuration, communication preferences, siblings etc.); 

o Touches per family; 

o Cohorts by geographic region; 

• Serve on Steering Committee of Family Council; 
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with partners, staff and community; organizations as needed; 
• Assist with grants management and contracts relating to family programing;
• Coordinate family involvement in programs and activities designed to engage families and alumni ensuring they are aware of all activities, family conferences and events; Support the distribution of information and materials i.e. tickets 
• Coordinate and support services that facilitate family education and support groups;
• Communicate regularly with appropriate staff in regards to parents’ and families’ ideas, needs and concerns for highest need families; 
• Support the development of an alumni network for continuous engagement of alumni with volunteer opportunities; 
• Represent KairosPDX in community partner meetings and external events where leaders are participating or an organizational presence is needed; 
• Coordinate internal staff events via the Joy Collective (off-sites, staff milestone/celebrations, care package and team engagement activities) to promote and enhance organizational culture. Serve on the Joy Collective to ensure employee milestones/ celebrations are carried out. 
• Support the recruitment and sign-ups of volunteers for organizational needs;
• Coordinate all Ambassador programming at KairosPDX. 

o Manage and tracking Ambassadors thru Help Counter and supporting all KairosPDX internal databases 

o Support registering Ambassador into Help Counter account 

o Manage ambassador database, tracking of all related ambassador information; o Support ambassador tracking: record keeping & tracking of the application process, background checks 

o Ensure that ambassadors & receive a formal orientation and are trained and able to perform the tasks required for their jobs; 

o Track all ambassador in kind donation and hours volunteered 

o Track implementation and data collection for ambassador program of all related communication via mailing, emails, fliers and phone calls 

o Develop and manage yearly ambassador evaluation and feedback process 

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events 
• Participate in professional development to facilitate the growth of each student, staff member and the organization overall 
• Participate in continuous improvement practices including observations, reflections and collaborations 
• Participate in all staff, department and team meetings and seminars 
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice. 
• Perform other related duties as needed and assigned 

Required Qualifications: 

• BA Preferred 
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience required 
• At least two years of fundraising/development experience (paid or unpaid) required. 
• Experience managing data entry and report generation with a CRM or donor database system. 
• Strong communications skills with internal staff, external corporate partners, donors, funders, volunteers, and vendors 
• Agility to work across multiple, simultaneous projects and meet deadlines with attention to detail and deadlines 
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Knowledge & Skills: 

• High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects 
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multiple constituencies including families and staff 
• Team-player attitude and strong customer-service orientation 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrated initiative, leadership, and tenacity; 
• Willingness to learn about and adapt to KairosPDX culture; 
• Commitment to culturally relevant practices; 
• Commitment to professional reflection and ongoing collaboration; 
• Current Food Handlers Card and CPR/First Aid Certificate required (cost paid by applicant); 
•  Ability to pass a criminal background check. 
• Ability to adhere to Governors Vaccination Requirements for Teachers and School Staff, note this applies to all KairosPDX non-Instructional staff. 
• Share KairosPDX’s stance that excellent public education is a civil right of all children and families; 
• Experience working with diverse populations, specifically people of color; and
• Passion for KairosPDX’s mission. 

Salary and Benefits: 

• Salary range: Dependent on qualifications 
• Benefits include: Up to three weeks of building closure breaks, paid sick/personal leave days, paid holidays, participation in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), employer contribution for health insurance, professional development opportunity. 

Core Position Responsibilities: 

• Run daily logistics and all operations of Community Action Sessions (CAS) program including; Monitoring and reporting on inventory of supplies and materials; 

o Collaborate with Partnership Coordinator to recruit partners; 

o Develop and implement CAS with partners; 

o Preparing materials and technology needs in support of CAS; 

o Support and manage CAS partnerships and classes (virtual and on site as needed); o Managing implementation and data collection throughout CAS program of all related communication via mailing, emails, fliers and phone calls; 

o Develop and manage yearly CAS evaluation and feedback process; 

o Evaluate CAS classes to ensure KairosPDX mission and vision; 

o Collaborate with Admin staff to curate, propose and complete grants related to supporting CAS; 

o Managing data related to grants supporting CAS; 

o Collaborate with grade level teaching teams to develop grade specific year over year experiences for students through CAS; 

• Coordinate all partnership at KairosPDX(learning academy, training academy, early learning network and policy/advocacy) programs; 

o Identify potential partnership for fit with KairosPDX mission and vision; 

o Maintain relationships and strategic opportunities thru virtual, in-person meetings, thorough documentation; 

o Coordinate and support partners through development and implementation; o Coordinate and manage partnership outreach to corporations, nonprofits, businesses and other organizations onsite or virtual to gain new partnerships and sustainable volunteer groups and investors; 

o Participate in community events related to partners; 

o Develop procedure to manage intake process for new partners and volume of partners; o Coordinate and manage partnership life cycle; 

o Identification, development, agreement, implementation and programming; o Engage partners to create deeper relationship within KairosPDX; 

o Work with Development team to track partnership investors and touchpoints; o Work with staff to coordinate the opportunities provided by partners and the distribution of information and materials i.e. tickets, field trips; 

• Manage partnership database, tracking of all related partner information; 

o Manage all partnerships and their involvement with the organization; 

o Develop and manage monthly report on current partner to director; 

o Manage all partnership in kind donation and corporate investments; 

o Collaborate with Grants Assistant to curate, propose and complete grants related to supporting partnership opportunities; 

o Managing data related to grants supporting partnership opportunities; 

o Relationship building and planning with key partners; 

o Collaborating to enrich instructional program through targeted partnership; o Screening potential partners for fit with KairosPDX mission and vision; 

o Managing the volume of partners to support needs of the school; 

o Managing implementation and data collection throughout the partnership process of all related communication via mailing, emails, and phone calls; 

o Develop and manage yearly partnership evaluation and feedback process; 

o Evaluate partnerships and activities on an on-going basis based by collecting feedback. 

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events; 
• Participate in professional development to facilitate the growth of each student, staff member and the organization overall; 
• Participate in continuous improvement practices including observations, reflections and collaborations; 
• Participate in all staff, department and team meetings and seminars; 
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice; 
• Perform other related duties as needed and assigned. 

Required Qualifications: 

• BA Preferred 
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience required 
• At least two years of fundraising/development experience (paid or unpaid) required.
• Experience managing data entry and report generation with a CRM or donor database system.
• Strong communications skills with internal staff, external corporate partners, donors, funders, volunteers, and vendors 
• Agility to work across multiple, simultaneous projects and meet deadlines with attention to detail and deadlines 
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Knowledge & Skills: 

• High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects 
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multiple constituencies including families and staff 
• Team-player attitude and strong customer-service orientation 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrated initiative, leadership, and tenacity; 
• Willingness to learn about and adapt to KairosPDX culture; 
• Commitment to culturally relevant practices; 
• Commitment to professional reflection and ongoing collaboration; 
• Current Food Handlers Card and CPR/First Aid Certificate required (cost paid by applicant);
• Ability to pass a criminal background check. 
• Ability to adhere to Governors Vaccination Requirements for Teachers and School Staff, note this applies to all KairosPDX non-Instructional staff. 
• Share KairosPDX’s stance that excellent public education is a civil right of all children and families; 
• Experience working with diverse populations, specifically people of color; and
• Passion for KairosPDX’s mission. 

Salary and Benefits: 

• Salary Range: Dependent on qualification 

Benefits include: Up to three weeks of building closure breaks, paid sick/personal leave days, paid holidays, participation in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), employer contribution for health insurance, professional development opportunity.

Interested applicants, please apply at Motus . 

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If you are a curent staff and interested in one of the positions, please send your updated resume and cover letter to careers@kairospdx.org.