111-CRT-04-26

Ag Science Teacher

Wenatchee High School

1.0 FTE continuing contract

Begins the 2026-2027 School Year

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Knowledge and ability to design curriculum to meet established competencies regarding OSPI-approved Agricultural Science and Agricultural Mechanics Curriculum Frameworks.
Collaborate with the departmental team to update curriculum, career pathways, State Approved Equivalencies, and Industry Recognized Certificates (IRC’s), with an emphasis on CASE curriculum, along with incorporating Work-Based Learning activities in all classes.
Provide active guidance to students in Agriculture Pathways, potentially leading them to internship, mentorship, or apprenticeship opportunities in our community.
Provide active leadership and direction for the Agriculture Department Advisory Committee and the development of the Agricultural Science four-year plan
Provide active leadership, guidance, supervision, and Advisor teamwork in the FFA Program.
Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement.
Demonstrate effective teaching practices.
Recognize individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs.
Provide a clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum.
Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment for all students.
Use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning.
Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community.
Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning.
Assist in establishing and maintaining Dual Credit articulation agreement(s) between WVC and the Wenatchee HS Agricultural Science Department.
Extracurricular coaching/activities assignment outside of CTE will be approved on a case-by-case basis due to additional days and CTE FFA extracurricular work that is required of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement(s): Career & Technical Education Certificate in Agriculture and/or Natural Resources and/or skilled & technical sciences. Commitment to the education profession as evidenced by participation in curriculum development projects, District or building-level committees, professional organizations, and by evidence of continuing education. Previous teaching experience in Ag Science, Ag Mechanics, or Skilled and Technical Education preferred. Ability and willingness to work effectively with peers in a professional learning community (PLC). Ability and willingness to work with high school-age students are essential. Willingness and flexibility to teach courses as assigned within Ag Science, Ag Mechanics, and/or the Skilled and Technical Sciences umbrella of offerings.

SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

UNION AFFILIATION: This position is represented by the Wenatchee Education Association.

BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits

Professional growth reimbursement, $1000/year for qualified expenses.

Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.

https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements

Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.

The Wenatchee 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, gender 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(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, HIB Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools, Anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161

You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of your district’s nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it online here: Policy 3210 and Procedure 3210P

El Distrito Escolar de Wenatchee no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión de género, identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de supuesta discriminación: Coordinador de Derechos Civiles, Oficial del Título IX, Coordinador de la Sección 504, Coordinador de Escuelas Inclusivas de Género y Cumplimiento de HIB: Eric Anderson, Director Ejecutivo de Escuelas, anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161

Puede denunciar la discriminación y el acoso discriminatorio a cualquier miembro del personal de la escuela o al Coordinador de Derechos Civiles del distrito, mencionado anteriormente. También tiene derecho a presentar una queja (ver más abajo). Para obtener una copia de la política y el procedimiento de no discriminación de su distrito, comuníquese con la escuela o la oficina del distrito o véala en línea aquí: Política 3210 y Procedimiento 3210P

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111-CRT-04-26 Ag Science Teacher (1.0 FTE) @ WHS