What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Occupations Teacher (.5 FTE) -Klamath Union High School Starting the 2025-2026 School Year position at Klamath Union High School Klamath Falls, OR?
Salary: Currently $49,638.36-$92,138.12 (DOE), prorated based upon FTE, still being negotiated for 2025-2026
Insurance: Generous Health, dental, and vision contribution from the district, currently up to $2202 (based upon family coverage), prorated based upon FTE, TBD for 2025-2026
PERS Retirement: The district assumes and pays the 6% average employee contribution to the Oregon PERS system.
Benefits to working at KFCS:
- Student loan forgiveness for those who qualify.
- Teacher mentoring program for teachers new to the profession.
- Opportunity to work with a diverse student population.
- District-supported child care is available.
- Work in a highly supportive environment
- Access to classroom technology including interactive white board, document cameras, and chromebooks
- Ongoing Professional Development opportunities
Position Overview:
Klamath Union High School seeks a dynamic, energetic Health Occupations Teacher to continue grow our CTE program. This role involves planning and teaching Health Occupations courses, collaborating with the local medical community, and offering students real-world work-based learning experiences. The ideal candidate will bring industry experience, a passion for education, and a commitment to student success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach Health Occupations courses in alignment with Oregon CTE standards.
- Collaborate with local medical providers to ensure curriculum relevance and provide work-based learning opportunities.
- Advise the Health Occupations Student Association (HOSA) program.
- Establish high standards for academic performance, professionalism, and employability.
- Work closely with district colleagues and local health professionals to build a robust, community-oriented program.
Qualifications:
- Experience or college training in health sciences or healthcare-related fields (required).
- Recent health occupations industry experience (preferred).
- Oregon CTE Health Occupations Teacher License or ability to obtain post-hire (required).
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage classrooms effectively and promote student self-discipline.
- Experience networking with community organizations to create field experiences (preferred).
Other Details:
- Work hours: 7:45 am to 11:50 am (class from 8:05 am to 10:55 am).
- Focus on teaching health occupations classes that align with local community needs and teacher expertise.
Pre-employment requirements:
Employment for this position is contingent on clearance of the following:
__X__ Background Investigation
The district prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status, or because of the perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status of any other persons with whom the individual associates.
Salary : $49,638 - $92,138
