The ideal candidate will not only be knowledgeable and experienced with carpentry and manufacturing involving wood and metal, but will also be a dynamic teacher. Candidates must be willing to partner with local organizations for student opportunities, collaborate with school and district colleagues, and create strong ties with the community.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide supportive and effective classroom management for students
• Plan effective and appropriate daily lessons and unit plans incorporating industry as well as school wide initiatives (i.e. reading and writing across the curriculum).
• Effectively collaborate with district PLC.
• Teach occupational knowledge and skills in the areas of safety, machine processes, metal fabrication, welding, heat treating, cutting, communications, career preparation, and woodworking/fiber technology.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
• Follows specified standards, policies, and procedures of the building and district.
• Actively participates with Southern Oregon Education Service District and Regional CTE Director
• Actively partners with Community College(s) to create seamless transitions for students.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
• Develop, implement and maintain a system to track and maintain tools and equipment (loss prevention and continued maintenance)
• Maintain a budget with a positive balance and maintain and turn in all associated records in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain a robust and energetic advisory committee and meet with them no less than once per semester.
• Be willing to serve as a CTSO advisor and attend district sectional, state and national student competitions as an advisor.
• Selects and requisitions required instructional equipment, supplies, and materials
• Ensures that all classroom, shop, and storage facilities are maintained, secured and safe.
• Pursue continuous professional growth.
• Participates cooperatively in school, area, district-wide, and state activities.
• Adhere to all Oregon Administrative Rules related to licensed educators.
• Adheres to all standards established by Teachers Standards and Practices Commissions for Competent and Ethical Educator.
• Maintain appropriate licenses and training hours as required.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly organized and strong communicator.
• Ability to create and maintain community ties.
• Effective at promoting self-discipline through classroom management strategies.

PERSONAL TRAITS:

• High ethical and professional standards; firm in personal values and direction.
• Enthusiasm and passion for working with adolescents.
• Collaborative spirit, ability to work well with a team of strong colleagues.

Extra-curricular advising and coaching opportunities available.
Physical ability to adhere to OSHA and district safety regulations.

COMPENSATION:

• 190 day contract
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance
• 6% PERS paid by District
• $44,337 base salary 2021/2022 (2022/2023 salary dependent upon contract negotiations)