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At the heart of our mission is a commitment to the belief that everyone belongs. This foundation empowers us to build a stronger, innovative organization that effectively serves the community. With a team of more than 300 full- and part-time professionals—including administrative, licensed, contracted, and classified staff—we provide vital services that enhance student achievement for all children
. Our comprehensive services include special education, nursing, speech and behavioral support, early learning programs, educational services, technology services, and administrative support. Douglas ESD operates under the guidance of a seven-member Board of Directors, elected by regional citizens for four-year terms. Five board members represent geographical zones, while two are elected at-large throughout the county. We are accountable to the Douglas ESD Board, the public, component school districts, and the State Board of Education. Collaboration is a key value—component districts actively participate in shaping the services and programs we offer. Additionally, we partner with area-wide organizations to further support youth and families. Our component districts vary widely in size, ranging from 200 to nearly 6,000 students, reflecting the communities we serve.
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03/30/2026
Helping parents earn while children learn. In Douglas County, childcare plays a much bigger role than many people realize. It helps parents work, supports local businesses and ensures our community has the workforce it depends on—from healthcare to skilled trades. For many families, childcare is not just a convenience—it is what makes earning a paycheck, continuing education and building a stable future possible. Programs like Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) help make that possible. Find out more: https://www.douglasesd.k12.or.us/about-douglas-esd/news/default-board-post-page/~board/news/post/parents-earn-while-children-learn
03/13/2026
Looking for meaningful work with room to grow?🌲
You’re invited to Douglas ESD’s Open House: Become a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
▪️Monday, March 30, 2026
▪️4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
▪️1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd. Roseburg – South Umpqua Room (Virtual option available)
Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) help students build communication skills, grow confidence, and succeed in school.
Come learn what the job is like, how to get started, and what support and training options are available.
We love celebrating educators and students! At Yoncalla Elementary School and Yoncalla High School, attendance is more than a metric, it’s a shared commitment rooted in relationships and purpose. From preschool through graduation, the district has focused on creating places where students want to be.
📸 Thank you to Yoncalla School District for contributing the fantastic "outside" photos.
02/26/2026
📣 Days Creek Charter School is excited to invite you to apply for the position of Superintendent / Secondary Principal to lead a district where schools are the heart of the community and leadership truly makes a difference! 🌟
If you are interested, please learn more at the link below or reach out to us with any questions.
Douglas ESD is hiring a Program Coordinator – Department of Early Learning and Care / Early Learning Hub Director.
We're seeking a strategic leader who thinks big, leads with clarity, and brings partners together to strengthen early learning across South-Central Oregon. In this role, you'll align systems, steward public funding, build cross-sector partnerships, and help shape outcomes for children and families.
Salary: $89,900–$102,177 per year (DOE)
Apply by: March 6, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
We love celebrating educators and students. 🎉Across Oregon, conversations about low reading proficiency have put a spotlight on the importance of early literacy and the districts working hard to make real progress. In South Umpqua School District #19, that commitment shows up every day in their classrooms and is translating into exciting student growth.
From managing chronic conditions and responding to emergencies to providing health education and supporting families, school nurses play a vital role in student success. At Douglas ESD, our nursing team helps keep students healthy, safe, and ready to learn across local school districts.
Is school nursing right for you?
If you love nursing but not nights, weekends, or overtime, this could be a great fit:
▪️Day-shift schedule
▪️No weekends or holidays
▪️Predictable school-year calendar
▪️Time to build meaningful connections with students and families
Know a nurse who would be perfect for this role? Please like and share to help us reach them. Your share could help shape the health and success of students in our community.
🎉 We are excited to offer this opportunity as a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive health services to the students and communities of the Douglas ESD!🥰
If interested, please learn more at the link below or reach out to us with any questions.
APPLY HERE: https://tinyurl.com/nhj66we6
01/28/2026
📣 We are excited to offer this opportunity as an Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant to provide indirect, relationship-based consultation to early childhood care and education providers.
If interested, please learn more at the link below or reach out to us with any questions.
APPLY HERE: https://tinyurl.com/mry6tydw
01/13/2026
Childcare providers: The small businesses powering Douglas County families
More than two-thirds of local childcare spots are offered in home-based settings and over 85% of sites and centers are run as small businesses. Whether in a center or in a home, licensed providers create safe, warm learning environments that help prepare children for school while also filling the role of business owners. Even though these providers run small businesses, childcare depends on a mostly female workforce that is often underpaid. Their dedication helps fill the gaps in a system that is still fragile for both families and providers.
🥳 Community members often ask how they can help support childcare. You can donate to the Childcare Provider Support Campaign through the Greater Douglas United Way, speak up for policies that increase childcare access, join the Douglas County Childcare Coalition or share messages that highlight childcare as essential. Those interested in getting involved or becoming a provider can find out more at childcareis.org
Oregon teachers change lives! ✨ Nominations for the 2026-27 Regional Teacher of the Year are now open through February 11. Anyone can nominate a teacher! Recognize and appreciate the dedication of licensed public school teachers (grades PreK-12) by nominating a teacher for this prestigious award. 🎉 Regional winners will receive a $1,000 cash award and the chance to become Oregon Teacher of the Year and National Teacher of the Year. To nominate a teacher, please visit https://oregonteacheroftheyear.org/nominate/
Nominate TOY
Have a great teacher in your life? Recognize them with a nomination for Oregon Teacher of the Year. Show you care today!
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