FREEMAN HIGH SCHOOL                                                                 

CTE Metals and Construction Teacher/SkillsUSA Advisor - 1.0 FTE Continuing

Position open until filled.  

SUMMARY: Directly responsible for providing quality instruction for the state approved CTE metals, construction, and/or CAD classes. Responsible for Advising SkillsUSA Career & Technical Student Organization.  

SUPERVISOR: Principal and/or CTE Director

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Current Washington State CTE teaching certificate in endorsed areas or willingness to obtain CTE Conditional certificate
• Current First Aid/CPR certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching at the secondary level
• Experience as a CTE Metals and Construction teacher at the high school level
• Experience leading SkillsUSA after school leadership program or willingness to learn
• Experience working with students, families, and staff
• Experience working with community advisory committees
• Knowledge and/or experience using Computer Aided Drafting software or willingness to learn
• Knowledge of school operations
• Knowledge of database, spreadsheet, publishing, and graphics software
• Knowledge of FERPA laws and procedures

SPECIFIC JOB-RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and prepare lesson plans and instructional materials for metals/welding and construction/woods classes. Deliver engaging lessons to diverse groups of students.
• Teach to construction and welding approved curriculum frameworks and district established goals. 
• Assign, correct, grade, and give feedback on classwork, homework, and tests.
• Track student progress by maintaining accurate, complete, and timely records of student grades.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues regarding student progress and student needs.
• Maintain inventory of all supplies and equipment.
• Attend and participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings.
• Maintain and demonstrate professionalism in appearance, actions, decisions, and overall performance at all times.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom and common areas by enforcing school rules and procedures.
• Monitor student attendance.
• Participate in in-service and professional development opportunities as assigned by administration.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly classroom and shops.
• Maintain CTE curriculum frameworks and program approval information.
• Maintain First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Attend Program Advisory Committee meetings.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
• Run an after-school SkillsUSA leadership program for enrolled students (stipend).
• Organize and prioritize work while being flexible in regards to job duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to consistently:
  • Work positively with a wide variety of people both inside and outside of the organization.
  • Work with colleagues, teams, and administration in a collaborative manner.
  • Meet deadlines and multiple demands in pressure situations while maintaining high levels of quality work.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Deal with the public, other agencies, and district employees in a positive and productive manner.
  • Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, including publishing, webpages, and social media.
  • Work with minimal supervision and be flexible.
• Assist in student recruitment and promotion of CTE program of study.
• Identify and order instructional supplies and maintenance of supplies and equipment assigned, including, but not limited to, inventory of supplies and equipment, supervising the use of supplies and equipment, instruction in the proper use of supplies and operation of equipment and the preventative maintenance and repairs of assigned supplies and equipment.
• Promote college credit courses, apply to teach dual enrollment if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the high school administration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Current Washington State CTE teaching certificate in endorsed areas or willingness to obtain CTE Conditional certificate
2. Preference given to candidates with an endorsement for assignment.
3. Must favorably pass the Washington State Patrol/FBI background check.
4. Demonstrate mature behavior and ability to use sound judgment in communicating with students, parents, staff, and community.
5. Demonstrated success by training/experience which recognizes all children as learners.
6. Preference given to quality current references.
7. Must submit a complete application packet.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret appropriate curriculum materials. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from parents.  Ability to effectively present information to colleagues, parents and administrators.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to classroom applications.

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Salary: $52,690.00 - $104,643.00 per year; placement based on experience and level of education
• Length of Contract: This is a 1.0 FTE continuing contract beginning with the 2026-2027 school year; 182 days plus professional development and CTE extended days
• Leaves/Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year; additional benefits may include sick leave, personal days, and holidays

CLEARANCES & TRAINING

• Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance                                             
• CPR/First Aid Certificate                                                                              

Freeman School District 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 employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights, Title IX, and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator:
Randy Russell, rrussell@freemansd.org, 509-291-3695, 15001 S Jackson Rd. Rockford, WA 99030