Applied Medical Sciences Instructor (8828)

2026 - 2027 School Year

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 05/04/2026.

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 long-term 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 employer-employee 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 In-Service 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:

Instruct high school juniors and seniors in skills and knowledge leading to entry-level employment or further education in health depth instruction will include two sessions of two and one half hours of instruction per day in theory and clinical activities. The instructor will work closely with the Skills Center administrative staff and the program advisory committee to continually upgrade the program curriculum and skills competences (outcomes) needed by the students. The instructor will be integrally involved in both on and off-site student laboratory placements including hospitals medical clinics and long-term care facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage and teach two sections of Applied Medical Sciences depending on enrollment.
• Assume student supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
• Implement the Applied Medical Science Careers curriculum and evaluate daily instruction units to reflect current clinical methods and practices.
• Promote and supervise student leadership (professional development) activities as an integral part of the curriculum.
• Attend all Applied Medical Science Advisory Committee meetings. Actively seek consultation and advice from the advisory committee about prevailing practices equipment and facilities necessary for maintaining an up-to-date competences (outcomes) and an up-to-date instructional program.
• Evaluate student classroom and clinical experiences maintain appropriate student records and report student progress to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a positive learning environment; safe and pleasant classroom atmosphere and effective classroom management and discipline procedures while maintaining good instructor/student communication and rapport.
• Organize manage and appropriately maintain the instructional facility equipment and resources which will serve as a positive model to students and provide a safe working environment.
• Work with related instructors in the sending high schools and at the community college to maintain program articulation a good working relationship and a positive Skills Center image.
• Be an active team member of the Skills Centers cooperative decision making process.
• Work in cooperation with the Skills Center administration and staff to positively promote the Skills Center the Applied Medical Sciences and all Skills Center programs for student recruitment.
• Participate in in-service activities conducted by the Evergreen School District and the Skills Center Director.
• Keep current professionally by taking related courses maintaining involvement in professional organizations and working in the Applied Medical Science occupation during summers.
• Develops cultural competence and a commitment to equity in outcomes and opportunities for adults and students.

1. Leads for equity towards college and career readiness.
2. Nurtures a school environment that celebrates respects and values diversity where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
3. Publicly draws attention to all equity gaps that exist for various groups of students with plans to address their elimination.
4. Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a current WA State Registered Nurse (RN) Certificate or a Licensed Practical Nurse certificate.
• One-year long term care experience within last three years REQUIRED.
• Minimum of seven years of RN/LPN nursing experience.
• Experience working with nursing assistants in a supervisory or instruction environment.
• Knowledge of the nursing and health careers profession.
• Prefer prior teaching and/or supervisory experience.
• Ability to effectively present and teach nursing assistant and health careers skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of an instructional team.
• Demonstrated ability in positive human relations.
• Demonstrated organizational ability.
• Preferred training and/or experience or willingness to take course work to increase knowledge and use of the following instructional and management strategies to include:
  • Familiarity with the basic concepts of Glassers works in Control Theory Reality Therapy and Quality Schools.
  • Anti-bias multicultural education.
• Qualifies for a Washington state Secondary Vocational Teaching Certificate.
• Qualifies for a Type II Drivers License
• Ability to respond to and engage with a diverse multi-cultural and multi-racial community and to work side by side and foster strong positive relationships with parents staff students and the public.
• Must have regular consistent attendance.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

1. Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
2. 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.
3. Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
4. Models instructional leadership and demonstrates a strong commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
5. Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
6. 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.
7. 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.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

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:

Required Experience:

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