Forest Management - Instructor - SATELLITE CAMPUS 7086
Forest Management - Instructor - SATELLITE CAMPUS 7086
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SATELLITE CAMPUS located atthe Excelsior Building 1401 39th St Washougal WA 98671
1.0 FTE
This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 04/14/2025.
This is a Continuing Position
Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:
- Medical dental vision basic longterm disability basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).For additional information clickEPS Benefits Information.
- Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA DCAP HSA FPFSA (w/HDHP) and other supplemental benefits.
Employees may be eligible for employeremployee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off including but not limited to sick vacation personal religious and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave optionscan be found inthe associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)for this positionEvergreen Education Association.
Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule such as but not limited to TRI pay InService days and Extended Contracts all in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) as negotiated.
We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise training and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints. Click here forFingerprinting Services.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
STANCE STATEMENT:
Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities access resources and support they need to be successful. With this in mind our goal is to recruit hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local national and global community.
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
We are seeking a teacher with experience in the forest management industry. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to support the delivery of instruction based upon best available research and practices in teaching and learning to support student and business/industry engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forestry science practical field experience and a dedication to teaching and mentoring students in both classroom and field settings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Teach the Forest Management program in alignment with state approved course frameworks.
- Develop and deliver engaging curriculum on forest management silviculture ecological conservation and forestry operations.
- Instruct students in fieldwork techniques including tree identification forest measurements and land assessment.
- Provide handson training in sustainable forest management harvesting methods and wildlife habitat conservation.
- Guide students in conducting independent research and practical applications of forest management principles.
- Model lab and industry safety and hold students accountable to safety requirements.
- Maintain safe orderly and clean lab facilities/equipment.
- Incorporate the worksite learning component into the program. Supervise and support student workbased learning opportunities through job shadows and internships.
- Manage related CTE Dual Credit articulation agreements.
- Work with the appropriate advisory committee(s); attend all meetings and implement advisory committee recommendations.
- Work cooperatively with other staff to align program competencies and expectations with district approved program standards and state approved frameworks.
- Be an advisor and provide opportunities for all students to participate in student leadership activities within the leadership component of the program. May require hours outside the regular school day.
- Teach and assess safety within the curricular program.
- Motivate and instruct students of all ability levels with emphasis on providing for their individual learning styles.
- Maintain a positive productive learning climate in the classroom as well as with parents and colleagues.
- Maintain open communication with parents students staff and administration.
- Participate in the development of curriculum and incorporate technology into the instructional process.
- Maintain program budget and participate in annual program planning.
- Coordinate ordering and enforcing professional attire for industry standards.
- Integrate business and community partnerships to enhance student learning.
- Be flexible and cooperative in schedule changes and accommodating changes in facility use.
- Follow Cascadia Techs calendar including first and last days of school all holidays and breaks Professional Days Learning Improvement Days if available conference dates half days early releases late starts weather delays and cancellations professional days etc.
- Use/learn computer technology i.e. Word Excel and PowerPoint electronic grading and attendance communication by email and ability to implement computer skills into daily classroom instruction.
- Implement the requirements of IDEA Section 504 and ADA in the education of students with disabilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess a Washington State Career and Technical Education Teacher Certificate with an endorsement in Forest Management (V030101 or meet qualifications to obtain one. A requirement for certification includes a minimum of 6000 hours of work experience in the forest management industry.
- Current or recent experience in the forest management industry.
- Knowledge of applicable Washington State and federal rules and regulations
- Implement and practice principles and practices of the forest management industry:
- Current state laws related to worksite and industry related safety skills and professionalism
- Strong knowledge of forest ecology silviculture and land management.
- Proficiency in GIS remote sensing and forest inventory software.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrains.
- Ability and willingness to develop and promote the Forest Management program.
- Ability and willingness to develop and implement a workbased learning internship program with local community.
- Current First Aid Card.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Evidence of experience working with community partners preferred.
- Experience working with high school aged students preferred.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:
- Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
- Nurtures a positive school environment that celebrates respects and values diversity where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
- Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
- Models instructional leadership and demonstrates a strong commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
- Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
- The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race gender physical limitation sexual orientation or religious belief with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.
- Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with diverse instructional support services and administrative staff including perceiving the needs and concerns of others; assisting others in resolving conflicts; motivating others; and designing programs to assist others in meeting organizational goals.
Notice of Nondiscrimination:
Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Coordinator
Cale Piland
Director of Student Services
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone:
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Cate Winters
Health Services Manager
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone:
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Tracy Thompson
Senior Director Human Resources
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
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Employment Type
Full-Time
