School Program Manager Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Classified/Classified
Date Posted:
6/5/2026
Location:
Therapeutic Classrooms (Heron Creek)
Date Available:
August 2026
Closing Date:
06/19/2026
Lead Therapeutic Intervention Coach, Therapeutic School
Location: Bolton Primary School, 5933 Holmes St, West Linn, OR 97068
Schedule: 8 hours per day / 5 days per week / Instructional School Year Calendar
FOR 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR
Clackamas ESD strives to infuse equity in all our programs and bodies of work by maintaining an inclusive, barrier-free environment in which everyone participates and fully benefits.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources at hr@clackesd.k12.or.us to discuss your application.
Find your "why" with Clackamas ESD
At Clackamas Education Service District, our mission is to lead, serve and innovate for learning. Clackamas ESD provides services in early learning, special education, technology and teacher/staff support to Clackamas County school districts. We ensure students and families in all of our communities -- big and small -- have access to equitable education services. Learn more about CESD here.
About the program:
Our therapeutic schools programs provide therapy, social-emotional support, and communication services as part of a strong educational experience for students. By creating individual support plans based on each student's specific needs and goals, we help students and their families build the skills they need to move to a less restrictive school setting when they are ready. Close collaboration with families, school districts, and other service providers ensures supports are coordinated and centered on each child. We encourage and support students, families, staff, and community partners to do their best. By recognizing different learning styles, focusing on transition skills, and offering different diploma options, Heron Creek helps students graduate prepared for life beyond school.
About this position:
The Lead Therapeutic Intervention Coach (Lead TIC) supports students in therapeutic settings from kindergarten through age 21 who have educational and emotional disabilities. The position is responsible for coordinating TICs and Educational Assistants in their work in therapeutic settings, including collecting behavioral data, monitoring the effectiveness of behavioral interventions and disseminating behavioral data to classroom teams, school district personnel, program managers and other stakeholders as appropriate. The Lead TIC provides training for program staff on behavioral data collection processes and troubleshoots questions as they arise throughout the year. The Lead TIC, in consultation with the program manager, will make adjustments to the system and structure of data collection based on feedback from stakeholders. The Lead TIC works to ensure the collection of timely and relevant information for behavioral strategy development, as well as to maintain standards of evidence-based practices. The Lead TIC has the required experience and ability to fulfill the position functions and to train others in each of these areas across various settings and student populations, building capacity in districts and schools.
Essential functions:

• Supports implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) in a school setting
• Supports collection and utilization of student behavioral data, including training others in concepts and practices, monitoring the effectiveness of interventions and disseminating information to appropriate stakeholders
• Works with referred students and their teacher for the purpose of modifying inappropriate behavior using PBIS and other behavioral interventions as needed
• Consults with and assists related service staff, school staff and parents/guardians in implementing student therapeutic interventions
• Coordinates and monitors the collection of incident reports, safety plans, restraints, seclusions, suspensions and searches
• Supports and participates in debriefing meetings with relevant staff
• Schedules and leads Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) trainings
• Trains Therapeutic Intervention Coaches and Educational Assistants in data collection and classroom behavior management
• Supports, organizes and implements training for individual support plans, safety plans and Functional Behavior Analysis data compilation
• Compiles data for the End of Year Report

Minimum qualifications:

• Associates degree (AA) in a related field from an accredited University. A combination of coursework and five (5) years of experience in a behavioral classroom or program may be accepted in lieu of an AA degree.
• Five (5) years of experience as a coach, lead coach or para-assistant trainer in a behavioral classroom or program
• Ability to not personalize threatening behavior by students (verbal and physical)
• Ability to work effectively with therapists and teachers to form interventions based on behavioral data and to help put those interventions into practice
• Ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing
• General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, contract management and database software, e-mail and the Internet
• Ability to complete and maintain appropriate Oregon State approved behavioral intervention training, such as Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) in order to carry out therapeutic interventions and provide training to others on CESD's adopted system.
• Ability to complete and maintain a tier 1 and tier 2 CPS certificate program within 18 months of hire date
• Possesses knowledge and demonstrates competency in applying and teaching therapeutic approaches in the de-escalation continuum
• Ability to coach staff in CESD & Heron Creek approved programming
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid CPR card and First Aid card
• Ability to obtain and maintain Type 10 vehicle certification
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding information about students and staff
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions
• Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited University
• Bilingual. Bilingual candidates must pass a language proficiency assessment at an intermediate high to advanced level per CESD guidelines to be eligible for bilingual salary placement

Salary: The 2026-27 salary schedule is still being determined. For reference, the 2025-26 salary schedule is below:
Range 25- 26* of the classified salary schedule. New hires are eligible to start at up to Step 4 depending on experience, per the Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Bilingual candidates for eligible languages (Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Mandarin, ASL) will be paid an additional 1 pay range step.
Step 25 Starting Salary:

• Between $38.54 - $42.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Step 26* (Bilingual) Starting Salary:

• Between $40.45 - $44.17 per hour, depending on experience.

CESD Classified Salary Schedule 2025-26
Range
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
25
$38.54
$39.20
$40.58
$42.00
$43.50
$45.03
$46.67
$48.28
26* (Bilingual)
$40.45
$41.19
$42.62
$44.17
$45.66
$47.27
$48.86
$50.62
*Range 21 is for bilingual candidates who pass a language proficiency assessment at an intermediate high to advanced level in any of the major languages of our service communities (Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Mandarin, and American Sign Language)
Benefits:

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous district-paid contribution (most employees pay $0 out of pocket to maintain health insurance coverage)
• Paid time off, including paid holidays, sick leave, and other personal leave
• Opportunities to grow with us with generous professional development expense reimbursements
• Clackamas ESD covers the full cost of fingerprinting for new employees, saving you $82.50 - a benefit not offered by most other districts
• Read more about our benefits here

How to apply:
Submit your application at https://www.applitrack.com/clackesd/onlineapp/. Applications for this position must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the listed closing date.
Clackamas Education Service District is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce along with the students and families that we serve.
Clackamas ESD policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law.
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Attachment(s):

• Lead Therapeutic Intervention Coach Job Description