Project Based Learning Teacher Jobs in Portland, OR

Civics Learning Project (CLP) is seeking three Regional Program Managers (RPMs) to join our team, one in each of three locations across Oregon. As civics education becomes increasingly recognized as essential to a thriving democracy, CLP adopted an ambitious strategic plan to deepen our impact and engagement with civic leaders and organizations across the state.

Our ideal candidates will bring prior experience with classroom teaching, experiential learning, community organizing, movement building, and a knowledge of civic institutions in your region. They will use their experience and relationships to implement pilot programs in which community organizations and leaders build opportunities with schools to engage students in experiential, project-based and place-based learning. Ideal candidates will already have strong ties to their region’s education and civic landscape—especially schools and school districts—and will know how to motivate local leaders to collaborate with schools and teachers to create hands-on opportunities in which students learn how they are connected to and can positively impact their communities.

Moving beyond traditional program maintenance, you will act as a civic and educational connector, fostering robust partnerships between civics teachers, students, and community leaders. The content and specific activities of the pilot program will be community-driven, ensuring they are relevant to local issues and leverage local resources. You will connect classrooms with their communities, facilitating experiential learning opportunities that are shaped by local issues and ensure that civics education serves as a unifying force for your region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Classroom & Community Partnership Building

Build Non-Partisan Ecosystems: Ground civics education in local communities by recruiting local leaders to engage students and support teachers. Facilitate community leaders, policymakers, and legal professionals to serve as content experts and volunteers.

Regional Representation: Serve as the "face" of CLP in the region, representing the organization at public events and within regional civic organizations. This includes delivering presentations, facilitating workshops, and providing community visibility.

Stakeholder Communication: Draft and distribute engaging regional e-newsletters to share program updates and opportunities with educators, volunteers, and partners.

Pilot Program Leadership & Iteration

Launch & Manage Pilots: Lead the implementation and facilitation of a regional pilot program that tests community-rooted methods of teacher-student-community collaboration.

Resource Development: Collaborate with educators and CLP's Director of Education to identify effective teaching tools and curate the best local practices for potential iteration across the state.

Data-Driven Refinement: Create, collect and track program evaluations and participant feedback, entering relevant data into CLP’s CRM to support continuous improvement and organizational learning.

Event Facilitation: Coordinate and grow student-centered programming in the region, including tours and conferences that bring students together to explore legal, civic, and political issues alongside community leaders.

Educator Support & Program Delivery

Needs-Based Program Design & Implementation: Based upon the needs of the region, in collaboration with CLP’s Education Team, design and implement programming to further student-centered learning via experiential civic engagement. (e.g., Community Action Projects, Mock Trial, Courthouse Tours, etc.)

Resource Development: Facilitate regional cohorts of civics teachers as they implement CLP teacher training and other components of SB 513.

Experiential Learning: Facilitate and support teacher and school implementation of CLP's evidence-based programs tailored to regional school contexts.

Direct Support: Provide direct support to teachers, including in-classroom assistance, volunteer matching, and curricular consultations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications*

• At least five years of experience in K–12 classroom teaching.
• Strong knowledge of interactive, experiential, and project-based learning strategies. 
• Excellent communication skills across diverse audiences, including facilitation and program delivery
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects with attention to timelines, budgets, and details. 
• Familiarity with Oregon’s K–12 education system, including school districts and ESDs. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team and across sectors using shared systems. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. 
• Residence in the region with reliable transportation. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Teaching experience in civics, government, and/or social studies.
• Experience with CLP programs or similar student-centered civic education initiatives. 
• Experience in community organizing, partnership development, communications, and/or advocacy that is demonstrated by established network within regional education or civic communities.
• Experience in legal, judicial, or policy-making settings.
• Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management systems (Virtuous) as well as Vomo, Canva, Asana, and Slack. 

*Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At CLP we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the candidate we’re looking for! 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT & COMPENSATION:

Salary Range: $65,000 - $72,000 annually, negotiated based on experience.

Status: Full-time (40 hours p/week) exempt employee.

Schedule: Work is generally between 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday. But exact hours are flexible to meet the needs of education and civic partners. Some evening and weekend hours will be necessary to connect with teachers and community members and lead and support events.

Each position will be based in one of three locations, all with frequent regional travel:

1) Portland, 2) Southern Oregon, and 3) Eastern Oregon. Hybrid work environment if based in Portland metro area; remote work if based outside of Portland metro area.

Reports To: Director of Education & Director of Civic Engagement 

Start Date: Summer 2026

Benefits: Competitive benefits package including full medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee; long-term disability and life insurance; and a 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer contribution after six months of continuous employment.

Requirements: Contingent upon background check, employment eligibility, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.

Civics Learning Project adheres to a non-discrimination policy with respect to employment, educational programs, and activities. Civics Learning Project does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap or disability, sexual orientation, or marital status and has a firm commitment to promote the letter and spirit of all equal opportunity and civil rights laws.

TO APPLY

Please submit: 

• A cover letter that reflects how your interests and experience qualify you for the RPM position. Please be sure to specify which region you are applying to (Portland, Southern Oregon, Eastern Oregon); 
• A resume that clearly details experience relevant to this position; and
• Three professional references, at least one (preferably two) of which must be from a former or current supervisor.

Send via email to employment@civicslearning.org as a PDF with “RPM [Region]” in the subject line. All inquiries will be handled confidentially. The position is open until filled.

Preference will be given to applicants who submit applications by Monday, June 22. If selected for further screening, you will be contacted by CLP’s hiring team in July.