Who We Are

WHO WE ARE:

At Heart of Oregon Corps, 16–24-year-old local young people with barriers to success, improve their own lives while gaining job skills on projects that improve the community.  In Heart of Oregon's YouthBuild program, local young people improve their lives while improving their community. Participants complete their Diploma or GED while completing pre-apprenticeship training in construction trade skills while building affordable housing in the community, or while completing a childcare and youth development certification and gaining work experience with local non-profit aftercare centers. Heart of Oregon YouthBuild partners with local school districts and COCC. Learn more at www.heartoforegon.org.  

POSITION AND ORGANIZATION INFO:

We’re seeking a licensed Teacher to join our dynamic alternative education team serving 16–24-year-olds. The Teacher will coordinate and deliver holistic instruction focused on core academic subjects (focused on Language Arts/Social Studies), GED preparation, and college and career readiness. Academic content may vary (all Teachers may be required to teach all subjects at times) and includes both core subjects and electives aligned with student interests and interdisciplinary program themes—such as Sustainable Building, Issues in Affordable Housing and Childcare, and other project-based, vocationally relevant learning experiences grounded in real community issues.

This full-time position incorporates differentiated instruction, blended learning strategies, and vocational integration to meet the diverse needs of students. Candidates should be passionate about working with young people that have limited access to resources and services and capable of building strong mentoring relationships that foster academic and personal growth.

In addition to delivering classroom instruction, the Teacher will develop and adapt curriculum, support GED testing logistics, track student progress, and work closely with a collaborative team of educators, case managers, and vocational trainers. They will also help support students in identifying and pursuing post-secondary goals.

The program is located just outside of Sisters, Oregon and in Redmond, Oregon. A consistent work location schedule will be assigned. The position requires driving students to GED tests or service projects (in Heart of Oregon vehicles) and may involve teaching at construction or community worksites throughout the Central Oregon region. The Teacher reports to the Program Director and works as part of a staff team of 12, including one other teaching staff. Heart of Oregon Corps is a large regional non-profit that operates 5 youth training programs. The 12-month program schedule includes 3-5 weeks of non-student time each year (academics are delivered in the summer).

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in curriculum and lesson planning, experience developing individualized education plans, familiarity with assessment tools, and the ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary, team-based settings. Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment are essential.

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree and an Oregon State teaching license with endorsements in Language Arts or Social Studies at the high school level is required. Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus. Two years of teaching experience preferred, but we are open to applications from first-year licensed teachers.

Physical Requirements: light duty work in an office setting. Some walking, standing, stooping and occasionally carrying/lifting of items under 25 pounds. Driving regular passenger vehicles. Field trips and services projects may present highly varied physical conditions, but not all field trip or service project duties are essential.

BENEFITS:

The starting wage for this position is $26.34-27.66/hour, DOE, firm. The higher range is reserved for candidates with multiple subject, special education, or EFL endorsements, multiple years of teaching experience, and/or bilingual skills.  Raises are considered annually.   

This is a year-round, hourly staff position, with employee health, dental, and vision benefits paid 100% by the employer. Time off is generous with 12 paid holidays (which includes 6 days while the offices are closed over the winter holidays), plus 80 hours (2 weeks) paid vacation and 40 hours paid sick time/year. Vacation leave benefits increase to 3 weeks after one year of service.

HOC’s values-driven culture also includes periodic all-team trainings and retreats, and annual mission-focused community service and youth celebration events. See http://heartoforegon.org/who-we-are/careers.html for a full benefits summary.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

If you are interested, please submit the following to hr@heartoforegon.org.

-A Cover Letter (in an email is ok)

-A Resume

As long as this position is posted, we are accepting applications.

Final candidates will need to complete an interview, additional paperwork, provide references, and complete a post-offer background check. Valid driving license and good driving record required, drivers must complete a DMV check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.  All applicants will be contacted by phone or email regarding your application results by the end of the process. We strive to respect the time and effort required to apply.

Thank you for your interest!

Heart of Oregon Corps is an equal opportunity employer; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Alternative formats are available upon request by contacting hr@heartoforegon.org. As a recipient of Federal financial assistance, Heart of Oregon Corps is prohibited from discriminating on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, and against any beneficiary of programs on the basis of the beneficiary’s citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States.

Position Announcement:

WHO WE ARE: 

At Heart of Oregon Corps, 16-24 year old local young people with barriers to success improve their own lives while gaining job skills on projects that improve the community. Heart of Oregon Corps trains tomorrow’s workforce today. The Program Coordinator works with our non-residential conservation corps programs, where local Opportunity Youth learn employability and leadership skills while protecting and improving public lands in Central Oregon. Learn more at www.heartoforegon.org. 

POSITION AND ORGANIZATION INFO: 

This dynamic position primarily supports the operations of the conservation programs at Heart of Oregon Corps. Starting with recruitment, this position supports outreach efforts in the tri-county area, member enrollment, and facilitates orientation and onboarding. This person will lead case management and be a point of reference for external supportive service referrals. Additionally, this role is vital in the creation and implementation of soft-skills training sessions for youth participants. While youth success and engagement is a key part of this position, there are also substantial administrative and clerical responsibilities related to grant management. For example, file management, attendance tracking, timesheet processing, and data entry and management are regular tasks. Furthermore, supporting program logistics, such as ordering uniforms, coordinating program volunteers, and establishing member schedules, will be regular duties. Lastly, in collaboration with other staff, this position will support youth management, discipline, with a special emphasis on coaching and helping participants progress in their individual development plans (IDPs). 

This position is primarily based out of our Bend, Oregon office with weekly scheduled time also spent at our satellite office in Prineville, Oregon. Please note the organization is moving to its new Redmond Central Campus in June of 2026. The position works primarily in an office environment, but also conducts regular outreach to external partners, and occasionally provides youth transportation. This position will also visit project sites in an effort to support youth development in the field. While rare, the Program Coordinator may also support crew coverage on projects. The position is supervised by the Program Director and is a part of a larger program team of 8 conservation staff. Heart of Oregon Corps is a large regional non-profit that operates 6 youth training programs. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of demonstrated experience working with transitional-aged youth, providing social services, or program coordination. A Bachelor’s Degree (or directly related equivalent experience) is required. A combination of the following other qualifications is preferred, but not required: general understanding of youth development practices, trauma informed care, clerical and file management, career development and soft skills building. Additionally, it is highly preferred this position is held by someone with bilingual (Spanish) skills. A good sense of fun and humor is also welcomed and desired! A strong commitment to respecting the ideas and intelligence of young people and ability to relate to and support people of all backgrounds is critical. A successful candidate will have flexibility, adaptability, and problem solving skills to balance a multi-dimensional role in a rapidly changing environment. 

BENEFITS: 

Starting wage for the position is $25.25/hour (firm). Future wage adjustments and performance increases are considered annually at fiscal year start (Oct 1st). 

This is a full-time, year-round, hourly staff position, with employee health insurance, dental and vision benefits paid 100% by the employer. Time off is generous, with 12 paid holidays (which includes 6 days while the offices are closed over the winter holidays), plus 80 hours paid vacation and 40 hours paid sick time/year. Vacation leave benefits increase after 1 year of service. Vacation leave benefits increase to 120 hours after 1 year of service. 

HOC’s values-driven culture also includes periodic all-team trainings and retreats, and annual mission-focused community service and youth celebration events. 

See http://heartoforegon.org/who-we-are/careers.html for a full benefits summary. 

PROCESS: 

If you are interested please submit the following to Human Resources: 

-A Cover Letter (in the body of an email is ok) 

-A Resume 

Send to: Email hr@heartoforegon.org 

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Heart of Oregon Corps, PO Box 279, Bend OR 97709 

As long as this position is posted, we are accepting applications. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, starting as early as 10/5/25. 

Final candidates will need to complete an interview, additional paperwork, provide references, and complete a post-offer background check. Valid driving license and good driving record required; drivers must complete a DMV check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All applicants will be contacted by phone or email regarding their application results by the end of the process. We strive to respect the time and effort required to apply. 

Heart of Oregon Corps is an equal opportunity employer; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Alternative formats are available upon request by contacting hr@heartoforegon.org. As a recipient of Federal financial assistance, Heart of Oregon Corps is prohibited from discriminating on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, and against any beneficiary of programs on the basis of the beneficiary’s citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States.