The Hermiston School District is seeking a qualified, personable, and dedicated candidate to fill the position of Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Instructor. Full-time, school year position, begins August 2024.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Noncommissioned Officers who have separated/retired within the past 5 years with a minimum of 10 years cumulative honorable service in the grades of E-6 through E-9.
  2. Officers who have separated/retired within the past 5 years with a minimum of 10 years cumulative honorable service in the grades of W-1 through W-5 or O-3 through O-6.
  3. ARNG and USAR (Actively Serving/TPU)- will fall under the same requirements mentioned above. In addition, Letter of Recommendation from current Commander and current DA Form 5016 or NGB 23A, is required.
  4. Valid Oregon license with appropriate subject endorsement and authorization level (if applicable).
  5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets the scope and responsibility of Teachers, Oregon Administrative Rule 584-210-0020, and standards for Competent and Ethical Performance, Oregon Administrative Rules 584-020-0000 – 584-020-0045.  The following are examples of principle duties; however, any one position may not cover all duties listed and examples may not cover all duties an employee is expected to perform.


Instructs Cadets in the JROTC curriculum during the school year. 

  1. Develops short and long range plans for achieving curriculum goals, gathers appropriate materials, establishes clear objectives for lessons, and formulates appropriate lesson plans.
  2. Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and the personal growth of students.
  3. Evaluate student progress and counsel cadets on their performance within the JROTC program. 
  4. Motivates and encourages students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for becoming a responsible citizen.
  5. Monitors student movement to ensure a safe and orderly environment. JROTC instructors will maintain a robust community service program for JROTC students. Organizes, supervises, and participates in extracurricular activities for JROTC cadets to include color guard, drill teams and other special activities. 
  6. Maintain JROTC student records and required by the Department of Army regulations and local policies. 
  7. Complies with Army and Hermiston School District safety guidelines when instructing and supervising. 
  8. Maintains supply accountability in strict compliance with Army security regulations.
  9. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media. 
  10. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. 
  11. Attends staff development programs, department meetings and other professional activities. 
  12. Sets an example and models positive attitudes, knowledge, and skills for cadets. 
  13. Maintains a working knowledge of new instructional methods, technology, and equipment. 
  14. Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor. 

About the District:

The Hermiston School District is the largest district in eastern Oregon, exceeding 5,600 students in grades kindergarten through 12, with the mission of serving the needs of all children with rigorous program choices, high expectations, mutual respect, and excellence.  The school district includes a 9-12 senior high school, two 6-8 middle schools, six K-5 elementary schools, and a robust online learning program option for students and families.

 

Support for the school district has been strong from the community. In 2019 voters approved an $82.7 million building project, which includes replacement of Rocky Heights Elementary (opened fall 2022), construction of an additional elementary school, Loma Vista (opened fall 2022), and a multi-classroom annex of the high school, along with various district-wide renovations. The voters also approved a $69.9 million bond in 2008. which served to replace Armand Larive Middle School, West Park Elementary, and Sunset Elementary schools. 

 

The District employs over 630 full time staff that includes approximately 365 teachers and over 265 classified, support, and supervisory personnel, making it one of the largest employers in the city of Hermiston. A nationally-recognized community that embraces its diversity, the district serves some 28,000 residents, where one-third of the population is Hispanic.

 

The school district prides itself on the academic achievement of its students, successful athletic programs, nationally-recognized club and activity organizations, and its exhaustive list of academic and elective opportunities available to students. The District’s partnership with community organizations has been central to its continued success, highlighted by support groups who have provided nearly a half a million dollars to assist students and programs through such venues as the Hermiston Sports Booster Club, Hermiston Education Foundation, Band Boosters, FFA Alumni, and the community sponsorship of the student homebuilding program, to name a few.

 

About the Community:

The city of Hermiston is a vibrant and growing community of approximately 18,000 residents located at the crossroads of the Pacific Northwest, situated near the intersection of I-84 and I-82, just minutes from a Columbia River port and 30 minutes from the Tri-Cities in Washington.  Hermiston and the entire Umatilla County area have excellent potential for growth in commercial, industrial, agricultural, as well as residential development.  Hermiston boasts over 100 acres for community use, volleyball courts, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, children's play areas, barbeque and picnic areas and more.  Located within 10 minutes of downtown Hermiston, both Umatilla and Echo have challenging golf courses.  The Columbia River offers tournament level fishing, as well as many water sports including swimming, wind surfing, and boating.  Other fishing waters include the Umatilla River, Cold Springs Reservoir and many ponds.  Nearby is Hat Rock State Park, and the Blue Mountains are within an hour drive, affording a wide variety of fishing, hunting, and camping activities.  In the winter, the mountains are home to excellent snow skiing, tubing, snowmobiling, and sledding.  

   

Salary and Benefits: The Hermiston School District offers an extremely competitive salary and benefits package which includes PERS retirement employer-paid pick-up, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive health and benefits package.  A full year contract (August-June) consists of 193 days, which includes 3 paid holidays. 

 

Application Procedures:

The applicant must supply the following items online through Applicant Tracking (formerly called Recruit & Hire)  https://hermiston.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx :

 It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure his/her application is complete. Only complete applications will be considered.


The Hermiston School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer