TOSA Special Programs Coordinator (TAG, ELD, Higher-Dosage Tutoring)

Starting Date:

Aug 17, 2026

Job Description
District Focus

North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for the position of

TOSA Special Programs Coordinator (TAG, ELD, Higher-Dosage Tutoring)

for the 26'-27' school year.

This is a 200 day contract . We are very proud of our District and the teachers, administrators, and support staff that provide the best education possible for the children of our community. Thank you for seeking this opportunity to be part of our team.

District Mission:

"Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready."

The Gorge Lifestyle:

The phrase Gorge Lifestyle alone speaks volumes. Located along the banks of the mighty Columbia River, just 84 miles east of Portland, The Dalles is the eastern gateway to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Outdoor enthusiasts find the Gorge to be a perfect environment to pursue wind, snow, and whitewater sports, road and mountain biking, hunting, fishing, hiking, golf and more! Serving as a center of Native American trade for over 10,000 years and the end of the Oregon Trail, history buffs will find the area steeped in history and culture. The Dalles has a quaint and historic small town feel, with a population just over 13,000. Boasting a mere 14 inches of rain annually, The Dalles is home to bountiful agricultural products, including world-renowned cherries, grapes and wheat. It is home to Columbia Gorge Community College, which offers the first wind‑power training program in the Pacific Northwest, Google’s Data Center, numerous orchards, vineyards, wineries, craft breweries and a thriving business community.

NWASCO Online:

www.nwasco.k12.or.us

Application Process:

All application materials must be submitted electronically, as part of your TalentEd/Recruit & Hire application. Include the following supplemental documents:

Letter of interest

Current Resume

Three (3) recent letters of reference

Copy of your Oregon Teaching License

Copy of unofficial college transcripts

Salary:

$47,930–$95,933 (non-PERS)

$50,988–$102,055 (PERS)

Job Purpose Statement(s):

The Special Programs Coordinator provides strategic leadership, design, and oversight for key district programs, including English Language Development (ELD), Talented and Gifted (TAG), and High‑Dosage Tutoring in Early Literacy. This role ensures coherent, equitable, and high‑quality implementation across all schools, including elementary, middle, high, alternative, and virtual settings. The Coordinator is responsible for program design, cross‑site alignment, data analysis, and resource management. This position does not serve as the primary instructor but instead builds the systems, structures, and supports that enable educators to deliver impactful programming to students.

This is NOT a supervisory position and DOES NOT include evaluation of colleagues.

Job Qualifications & Licensure:

BA/BS or higher degree (required) with a major in one or more of the following areas: Curriculum, Elementary Education, Reading, Early Childhood Education, Secondary Content Area, or similar

Valid Oregon Teaching License

Experience in program leadership, instructional coaching, or district‑level coordination

Strong understanding of systems design, data analysis, and continuous improvement

Demonstrated commitment to equity and closing opportunity gaps

Experience working across multiple schools or diverse educational settings

Ability to lead through influence, collaboration, and relationship‑building

Essential Job Functions:

Program Design and Coherence

Develop and refine a clear vision and framework for each program aligned to district priorities

Ensure vertical alignment (K–12) and horizontal alignment (across schools and settings)

Identify and leverage connections across programs (for example, college and career readiness, enrichment, intervention, and acceleration)

Establish clear implementation guidelines while allowing for site‑specific adaptation

Implementation Support and Alignment

Collaborate with site leaders and program staff to ensure consistent, high‑quality implementation

Facilitate cross‑school collaboration and shared learning among program staff

Monitor fidelity of implementation while supporting continuous improvement

Support onboarding and ongoing development of staff involved in each program

Data, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement

Design and maintain a system for collecting and analyzing program data

Monitor student access, participation, and outcomes across all programs

Use data to identify disparities and drive equitable improvements

Provide regular reports and recommendations to district leadership

Lead continuous improvement cycles across programs and sites

Equity and Access

Ensure equitable identification, access, and participation across all student groups

Identify and remove systemic barriers to participation and success

Align programs to support historically underserved students, including those in alternative and virtual settings

Monitor and report on equity metrics across programs

Resource and Fund Management

Manage budgets and funding streams associated with each program

Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements

Allocate resources strategically to maximize impact across schools

Seek and support grant opportunities where applicable

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage time and resources appropriately.

Create a positive atmosphere that promotes cooperation with administration, parents, co‑workers, and students.

Disaggregate and analyze academic achievement data to target instruction, enhance student learning, and inform teacher practice.

Be available for consultation with parents of ELs, EL students, administration, and peers outside the school day, as needed.

Workplace Expectations:

Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.

Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting.

Have regular and punctual attendance.

Confer regularly with other licensed staff and immediate supervisor.

Follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority.

Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague or District patron.

You must be:

Citizen, resident or work visa required

Position Type:

Full‑Time (1.0FTE)

Job Categories:

Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

Contact Information

Allie Ivey, Director of TLA

District Wide

Email: allie.ivey@nwasco.k12.or.us

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