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A great workplace combines exceptional people with the opportunity to serve others.
SPS serves nearly 10,000 students from across our community, and we are looking for individuals who are passionate about education and have a desire to serve. If this describes you, we invite you to browse current openings and consider becoming a part of the SPS community.
Springfield Public Schools is committed to recruiting and cultivating exceptional talent to serve in the education of our community. Our commitment to our employees extends beyond the classroom to include professional development opportunities, training and achievement recognition.
The Human Resources Department serves more than 1,700 Springfield Public Schools employees, including:
- Administrators (principals, district leadership, managers, supervisors and confidential secretaries).
- Licensed teaching staff (teachers, counselors, nurses, school psychologists, speech therapist).
- Classified staff (custodial, educational assistants, maintenance, nutrition services, office staff, and transportation).
- Substitute employees (licensed and classified).
Learn more about how to join our team and make a difference for the students of Springfield.
Career Opportunities at SPS
Work for a district you'll love!
Join the team making a difference, one student at a time.
Meet Our People
Ivy McClain
Kinder Teacher at Page Elementary
9 years working at SPS
"I started my teaching career as a sub, and started at Page nine years ago. I have taught Kindergarten since! I am very lucky to have been a Page Panther for my entire time in Springfield. My favorite thing about Page is my collaborative team, our House system, and other fun school traditions. Kindergarten has been a learning experience that is equal parts chaos and fun. I started teaching one year after the full day Kindergarten switch, so those earlier years of figuring out how to build stamina with young students was tricky. I thrive on routines and consistency, and I have seen how much it benefits our youngest students too. My advice for new teachers is to start small, give yourself patience and grace, and find things within your teaching that bring you joy. We can't ask ourselves to learn and "do it all" when we start out. Picking out one goal or area to better my skill-set in each year has been helpful. Kindergarten is a foundational year, and I am honored to create lasting memories, skills and habits for our youngest Panthers!"
Chris Smith
Foreman and Supervisor
One year working at SPS
"My career in construction started when I was 9 years of age. I would work weekends with my step father while he did side jobs to make ends meet. My wife and I moved to Eugene back in 1998, which is when we started our business in the construction and home inspection industry. One of the things I enjoy about being a foreman for SPS is that projects change from day to day. Here at the Maintenance Center we work with individuals who are looking to extend their careers and grow within the district. My greatest joy would have to be when we hire a new employee and set them onto their future career path. As a supervisor of 58 full-time custodial staff, five part-time custodians, four carpenters, two painters and one mechanic, trying to facilitate and manage them can get complicated. At the end of the day, if tasks are completed, staff are healthy, schools are clean and no accidents have occurred, I consider that a win!"
Keith Manring
Assistant Principal at Mt. Vernon Elementary
4+ years working at SPS
"After serving as a Marine officer, my wife and I spent four years teaching in Morocco. It was an incredible experience, but when we came back to the U.S. I decided to put my journalism degree to work. I started what would be a 15-year career in daily newspapers at the Gazette-Times in Corvallis, eventually working at papers in California and Indianapolis. Then three events unfolded to pull me back to education: students I had taught more than a decade before began reaching out to thank me for making an impact on their lives; the world of print journalism began to implode and the Institute for Citizens and Scholars began recruiting people to switch careers and become teachers. I love walking through our halls and not only greeting staff and students, but knowing a little bit of their backstory. Seeing how much our students grow has been a new experience for me--that insight gives me a sense of optimism and hope about our work, as well as patience."
Wendy Zacharias
Counselor at Academy of Arts and Academics
18+ years working at SPS
"I grew-up in Eugene and graduated high school and college from schools in Eugene. I started my education career at Sheldon High School, then transferred to Creswell High School and was the counselor there for eight years and then for the last 18 years, I have been at A3. I know it sounds cliché, but I enjoy working with our Principal Ame Beard—she is an amazing administrator. I love to witness the Student Led Conferences, Mid and End of the Year Reviews, it is a wonderful way to see growth in individuals. Our Confluence and Artabration events are an extraordinary time to see our students shine. Parents are required to attend reviews, which is a great way to celebrate and connect with their child. Every year, I get really excited to work with seniors on college applications, scholarships and grants to help pay for college. It is an honor to be a part of the A3 community."
Our Benefits
Whether it's affordable healthcare options for employees and their families, the access to beneficial retirement programs, paid time off,
or the professional development offerings, Springfield Public Schools employment goes beyond just a paycheck.
Pathways in Education Program
The Lane Education Service District Pathways Program provides scholars with tuition scholarships ranging between
$2,500 and $15,000 to attend Bushnell University, University of Oregon, Pacific University, or Lane Community College.
In addition, scholars receive personalized academic support throughout the program, from application to licensure.
Technical Assistance for New Employees
Human Resources Team
Dustin Reese
Director of Human Resources
Lydia Fabian
Assistant Director of Human Resources
Betsy Frost
Recruitment and Hiring Specialist
Joni Balli
HR Technician
Ryan Williams
HR Technician
Linda Bridges
Administrative Secretary