High Desert ESD celebrates all cultures and languages and is committed to creating a diverse environment, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Title: Alternative Learning Options Coordinator

FTE: .5 - 20 hrs/week, 201 days - for the 26/27 School Year

Salary Range: $48,257 - $57,000 / year, depending on experience - The current salary range listed is for the 25/26 school year. This position's salary will be based on the bargaining agreement for the 26/27 salary schedule/ and depending on experience and education. Benefits include a pro-rated family insurance package, sick leave, paid holidays, and a generous PERS contribution.

Location: High Desert Regional Education Center

Position Start Date: 07/01/2026

Posting Length: Open Until Filled - Screenings will begin on June 5th, and applicants are encouraged to apply before this date.

Alternative Learning Options Coordinator

Employee Value Statement:

At the heart of the breathtaking landscapes of Central Oregon, where snow-capped mountains meet lush forests and vibrant communities, lies an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. The High Desert ESD believes that every student, educator, and community member deserves a voice and a place to thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances. Our commitment to equity and inclusion is woven into everything we do, from the programs we develop to the partnerships we cultivate. We strive to create a culture where diverse perspectives are valued and where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Position Summary:

The Alternative Learning Options (ALO) Coordinator provides a consistent and objective/independent evaluation of the Contract and Charter Schools (ALOs) sponsored by the school districts in Crook and Deschutes counties. Additionally, the Coordinator serves as an information resource for ALOs and keeps local school boards apprised of any new/changing rules/regulations regarding ALOs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Provide a written evaluation to each K-12 district board of directors for each of their Alternative Learning Options sites with recommendations for improvement/change.
Provide information and other support for ALOs to improve student outcomes.
Facilitate Regional ALO leadership meetings.
Communicate regularly and appropriately through both in-person and electronic correspondence.
Exhibit regular attendance, as demonstrated by not more than an average of one day per month absent unless on a protected statutory leave.
Be punctual and present for all required duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful experience in K-12 education leadership position.
Understanding of current best practices and methods of instructional practice and student support.
Valid Administrative TSPC license.
The ability to perform significant reaching, bending, stooping, crouching, and lifting 50 pounds is expected. Must have access to reliable transportation and consistent attendance is required.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to: talk, hear, walk frequently, sit, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hand dexterity for computer work, handle items, reach with hand and arms, lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds and see close and at a distance, have peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Workloads are heavy and timelines may be unreasonably short at times. Requests and issues are often received which require immediate attention and conflict with other priorities.

Terms of Employment:

Salary, benefits, and vacation are established by policy and contract.

Alternative Learning Options Coordinator - 26/27 School Year (.5 FTE, 20 HRS/WK)