Position

Classroom Instructor of the White Salmon Academy (WSA) Alternative School This full-time teaching and coaching position supervises up to 20 at-risk students in the morning and 20 different at-risk students in the afternoon while operating in an alternative learning environment. The WSA is located adjacent to the Columbia High School campus. CHS students may be placed in the program for credit retrieval courses if approved by the counselor and principal. A full-time instructional aide is available during the school day to assist students and to help with paperwork.

Location

Columbia High School

Duties at the WSA include:

• Develop Individual Learning Plans for students while working in conjunction with the high school counselor
• Remain knowledgeable about regular curriculum in grades nine through twelve.
• Grade all work not scored by the OdysseyWare software
• Attend a training class on the various OdysseyWare academic software packages which include: English, Mathematics, History, Science, and some electives
• Demonstrate success with non-traditional learners and at-risk students
• Communicate regularly and pro-actively with parent/guardians regarding student progress, attendance, and behavior
• Establish a discipline management plan that follows all White Salmon Valley School District guidelines.

Type

Certificated

Contract

182 day basic contract

Salary

White Salmon Schools use Washington State's salary schedule for certificated positions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurances are available from district-approved plans

Closing Date

June 26, 2008 or until filled

Personal Attributes

• Valid Washington state secondary teaching certificate or out-of-state teaching certificate transferable to Washington
• Maintain a positive attitude and productive learning environment for all students in the WSA
• A strong desire to help all students succeed, to "make a difference" in a student's life
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff
• Uphold and enforce all White Salmon Valley School District rules and policies