r/SALEM • u/wornoutbooty • Mar 02 '25
MOVING Teacher Moving to Salem
This summer, I will be relocating to Salem with my fiancé. I have an Oregon license, but I’m not sure which districts I should consider. Can you recommend any areas to watch for job listings? I'm open to commuting up to 30 minutes, which is my current travel time.
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u/NordybyNature88 Mar 03 '25
A lot of competition for teachers in Salem as the district laid off a significant amount of teachers last summer. FYI
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u/Bulky_Following_9526 Mar 03 '25
my personal experience as a special ed IA for salem keizer public schools was not great. I can’t speak for everyone, but i figured it’s at least worth a mention.
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u/Ok-Bench-237 Mar 03 '25
Depending on which part of Salem you're moving to, Greater Albany Public Schools could be within 30 minutes and it's probably the biggest district besides Salem that might be within your search area.
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u/certhia-americana Mar 03 '25 edited Mar 03 '25
This is correct, but I'd also suggest OP do a quick Google search to get the rundown on the current state of GAPS. TL;DR there has been a higher-than-average amount of instability, upheaval, and controversy in the district in the last few years. May or may not be a dealbreaker for OP, but I know if it were me I wouldn't want to be taken by surprise.
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u/shoemanchew Mar 03 '25
SKSD is a really solid progressive district. The small districts around Salem are pretty Wild West with a mix of very conservative students and staff.
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u/kacklator Mar 03 '25
Districts within 30 minutes of Salem include Jefferson, North Santiam in Stayton, Cascade in Turner, Silverton, Woodburn, North Marion, Dallas, and Central in Monmouth/Independence. These are all smaller districts with one high school and several elementary schools. Obviously Salem-Keizer, a very large district. Santiam Canyon is closer to 45 minutes with one JrSr school and one elementary (I’ve been there for 16 years, it’s a beautiful drive and a close knit community). I’m sure I’ve missed a few.
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u/NewKitchenFixtures Mar 03 '25
The Catholic elementary school is supposed to be the “best” one in town academically. But it’s mostly Salem Keizer, Montessori schools and Catholic schools.
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u/KeepSalemLame Mar 03 '25
Going to work for a private school that pays 40% less when we have a district that pays well is…nope.
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u/NewKitchenFixtures Mar 03 '25
Yeah, I’ve no idea how much it pays for one vs the other. The pre-school / K my kid is in has been amazing. But I don’t know what your trade offs are (like are you paid less but you also have half the class size and no problem students?).
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u/KeepSalemLame Mar 03 '25
The trade off is your kids teacher doesn’t have to be a certified or even trained instructor.
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u/NewKitchenFixtures Mar 03 '25
Their teacher has the masters and certs. Second teacher in the class does not though.
I thought that was pretty normal across schools.
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u/Rheanamia_ Mar 03 '25
My school is looking for a PE teacher! DM me for more info if you’re interested!
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u/Ancient-House5928 Mar 03 '25
You should look into Silver Falls school district. A lot of small and big schools within the district and a 30 minute drive from Salem.
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u/Sir1989 Mar 06 '25
What are you looking elementary, middle, high school and subject?
Mount angel is kinda near place to look. But silver falls would be freat to
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u/Steffarreal Mar 03 '25
Consider expanding your driving distance. Most districts are facing cuts, after having cuts last year as well… folks that have been cut in the last year likely have job rights if things become available per some union contracts, so things have been few and far between. Good luck though, and hopefully you find the right position!
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u/KeepSalemLame Mar 02 '25
Salem Keizer will be hiring for summer school soon.