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Biology Teacher - Health Services Program

Organization: 
Willamette Education Service Department
Closing date: 
Monday, April 21, 2025

**General Information

Willamette Education Service District is accepting applications for a full-time (40 hours per week) Biology Teacher position; bilingual Spanish preferred. This position requires a valid Oregon TSPC license or the ability to obtain one. Previous experience in teaching anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and/or other related courses preferred. Experience in allied health or other health professions preferred. Successful candidate will work as a member of the Willamette Career Academy, part of the Seondary Partnerships Department, and will follow a 190-day calendar. This position will be based at the Willamette Career Academy in Salem, OR and will begin August 22, 2025.

**Duties & Responsibilities

The Health Services program teacher will work in concert with a nurse to establish effective
instruction in the health services program. Students in this program will gain opportunities for
job shadows, have hands-on lab experiences, build industry connections, earn dual/college
credits, explore specific jobs, and have the opportunity to earn certifications such as Certified
Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA, medical assisting), basic life support, etc., as they prepare
for a career in health services.
The Willamette Career Academy in Salem OR is a regional CTE where students choose to
spend half days at the WCA, and half days at their home school as they work towards
graduation and industry certifications.
Equity & Inclusion: This position requires commitment to and demonstration of equitable and
inclusive practices in education and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to reducing
academic disparities among students that exist because of race, gender, ethnicity, disability,
sexual orientation, or family income.

Please review the job description for specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position.

**Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) licensed position represented by Willamette Valley Education Association.
Placement on the Willamette ESD licensed salary schedule, $52,645 - $98,397, will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, experience, and prorated according to start date. Salary and benefits shown are based upon full-time employment (1.0 FTE) for the entire school year contract period.
Willamette ESD supports payment for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for eligible employees. Employer-paid PERS, holidays, sick leave, and personal days are also provided to eligible employees. To view a summary of benefits, please click here.

**Application Process

Applications must be submitted online at https://willamette.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Applicants must submit a completed application with a resume and a letter of introduction. Applications missing these items are considered incomplete and will not be considered.
Copies of transcripts and license(s) must be uploaded to the application for all licensed positions. Successful applicants to Licensed positions will be required to provide official transcripts to Human Resources before completion of the hiring process.
If you require assistance with the application or interview process due to a disability, please call Director of Human Resources at (503) 385-4752. Alternate formats are available upon request.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $52,645 to $98,397 Per Year