Leave Replacement position through 06/17/2026 ONLY

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy (NCTA), part of the Skagit/Whatcom Consoritum
and hosted by the Mount Vernon School District, is seeking a dynamic and experienced
Criminal Justice professional to instruct high school juniors and seniors in foundational and
advanced topics within the law enforcement field. The ideal candidate will integrate real-world experience with a strong understanding of instructional practices to help students gain the skills necessary for post-secondary education and careers in criminal justice, law enforcement, and related fields.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least three years of recent and relevant industry experience in law enforcement, corrections, or a related criminal justice field (one year within the last six).
• Must be eligible for or possess a Washington State Career and Technical Education (CTE) teaching certificate with endorsement in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement Services.
• Knowledge of state and federal law enforcement standards, constitutional law, and police procedures.
• Strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with the ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to integrate academic concepts such as civics, law, reading, writing, and communication into technical instruction.
• Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification and meet all OSPI program approval requirements.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching or training experience in a school, military, or police academy setting.
• Fluency or background in another language, preferably Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, or Mixteco.
• Knowledge of SkillsUSA Career Readiness Curriculum (CRC) or other leadership development frameworks.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned to the Criminal Justice Framework, covering:
• Criminal law and procedures
• Constitutional law and civil liberties
• Court systems, ethics, and public safety
• Patrol procedures and traffic enforcement
• Crisis intervention, communication, and conflict resolution
• Physical training
• Develop and assess performance-based learning activities such as mock trials, scenario simulations, oral board interviews, and Socratic seminars.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment, including physical drills, radio operation, and safety procedures.
• Support career and college readiness, including resume writing, portfolio development, mock interviews, and articulation for dual credit or certifications.
• Foster industry connections and invite guest speakers or law enforcement and realated fields professionals for student engagement.
• Use appropriate technology tools for instruction, student assessment, and communication.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives, team meetings, and professional development.
• Attending all relevant professional development and training opportunities to accomplish the objectives of the position.
• Complying with supervision and evaluation procedures.
• Complying with District policies and the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintaining consistent attendance and conforming to regular work hours specified under contract.
• Fulfilling other duties as assigned by the supervisor