The Vancouver Education Association is seeking applicants for the position of Executive Director – Chief Administrative Officer.  A detailed job description can be found via this link. This position is anticipated to begin August 1, 2021.

Click Here to access the Application Form

A completed VEA application is required. Applications should include all pertinent information which will be useful in determining the candidate’s qualifications for the position, and should minimally include:

• Cover Letter to include how you will support the mission of VEA as well as actions you have taken to support these values.
• Updated résumé reflecting qualifications for this position.
• Signed VEA application form that includes:
  • A statement demonstrating history and/or experience working with communities of color and/or with historically underrepresented groups to enhance civil rights; experience with union activism and/or political engagement on behalf of civil rights issues.
  • A list of three additional professional references (names, address, and phone).
• Two samples of applicant’s written communication skills (any documents are acceptable (e.g. letters, newsletters, flyers, event arbitration briefs, solely authored by the applicant); and
• Two written professional reference letters (at least one of these should be a letter from your current employer if possible).

Applications may be obtained via the VEA website (www.vancouverea.org), email cbrown@washingtonea.org or by contacting VEA at (360) 695-3397.  The deadline for receipt of the application and requested supporting documents is on or before 5:00 PM on March 31, 2021.

The application and supporting documents may be submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail to:
Vancouver Education Association
2509 Broadway Street
Vancouver, WA 98663
Phone:  360-695-3397
Fax: 360-694-8337
cbrown@washingtonea.org

 The Vancouver Education Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the desire of the Vancouver Education Association to interview applicants from an applicant/interview pool that reflects the diversity of the greater community for each vacancy as it occurs.

Do you know someone who would be a great addition to the (Vancouver Public Schools) VPS team?

VPS is hiring substitute employees in the following areas:

• Substitute Teachers
• Substitute Paraeducators (instructional and special education)
• Substitute Bus Drivers

To view a complete job posting and apply, visit the district website; www.vansd.org, select VPS Jobs.

If you need assistance, please contact Human Resources (hrdesk@vansd.org or (360)313-1080). Vancouver Public Schools is an equal opportunity district in education programs, activities, services and employment.

Resources:

VPS – Food pantry, lunches, and support for students and families:  https://vansd.org/

Health Care Authority – Coverage & FAQs:  https://www.hca.wa.gov/information-about-novel-corona-virus-covid-19

PESB – Professional practices/certification:  https://www.pesb.wa.gov/about-us/covid-19-resources

OSPI 2020 Guidance on Inclusionary Practices During School Closures

OSPI 2020 Supporting Multilingual/English Language Learners During School Closures

Aug 7 OSPI 20-21 TPEP Guidance

Oct Revised TPEP Student Growth Goals

Office of the Governor:  https://www.governor.wa.gov/issues/issues/covid-19-resources

Career Connect is a public-partnership with industry leaders and professionals launched by Gov. Inslee to provide students across Washington an opportunity to explore options for their future.  For a schedule and info on access to CareerConnect@home programs, visit www.careerconnectathome.org

Department of Retirement Services:  https://www.drs.wa.gov/

VEA Members:  You should be receiving COVID-19 updates via home email and text.  Contact Cindy @ VEA if you are not receiving them.  COVID-19 newsletters are posted under the “Newsletter” tab.

VPS & Community Child Care Resources:

• Hudson’s Bay Early Learning Center.  Priority for VPS employees & child care needs
• 28th Street ECE Center – School age child care program
• Distance Learning Day Camps
• Unionized Childcare Timeslots

Professional Development for Members:

•  WEA Suggested On-line PD Options for Educators.  Many are free.  Note: this list will be updated so check it frequently  Click Here
• PD Enroller offers low/no cost courses for educators.
• Climetime Webinar Schedule
• Courses on TPEP, STEM, and Inclusionary Practices.  WEA Education Support Center will post new course offerings each Wednesday.

ALERT!  Fraudulent Unemployment Claims  – District Guidance. 

Reopening Guidance for 20-21.  VEA will continue advocacy following the guidance from WEA, OSPI, DOH, L and I  and the Governor.

• OSPI Guidance
• WEA FAQs
• 10/28 Department of Health
• 10/27:  Ventilation Guidance
• Labor and Industries
• 12/16  Governor Inslee’s Proclamation
•   12/16:  DOH School Testing Guidance
•  1/25/21  DOH Updated Guidance
•   1/28/21 Employer Health and Safety Requirements for School Scenarios
• 3/25/21 DOH Updated Guidance – 3-foot distancing, Performing arts update, and removal of previous metrics and toolkit.
• 3/26/21 Governor Inslee’s Amended Proclamation (Children and Youth Mental Health Crisis)

Cases in the community and Decision Tree for reopening:

• Governor’s Risk Assessment Dashboard by County.  Open the summary tab to see cases per 100,000 and positivity rates.
• Aug 4:  Department of Health Decision Tree for in person learning K-12 (see update Dec 16)
• Current COVID-19 cases:  Clark County Public Health
• Oct 14:  Clark County Public Health COVID cases in School Website
• Updated Dec 16:  Decision Tree for in  person learning K-12
• Governor Inslee Guidance for in person learning K-12

Returning to the worksite:

• Oct 1:  L&I Health and Safety Guidance for Schools
• Oct 1: WEA interpretation of L&I Health and Safety Guidance
• Oct 1: Worksite Safety Checklist
• Oct 1:  Addressing Workplace Concerns Guide
• Oct 5:  Workplace Safety and Health Hazard Log
• Oct 15:  WEA Q and A Regarding PPE
• Oct 26: Return for Kindergarten Students ESD112 Announcement

Through ongoing conversation with our VEA Equity Team and Executive Board, VEA is eager to share a specific CALL FOR RACIAL JUSTICE in VPS, presented to VPS School Board Directors and Superintendent Webb via email on June 11th.

VEA looks forward to collaborating with VPS, alongside other key stakeholders, through intentional dialogue and transparent communication moving forward. Thank you to VEA members for your sharing the commitment to doing better for Vancouver students, colleagues, and our greater community!

The mission of the VEA Equity Team is to empower educators and students to dismantle systemic barriers and injustice in the VEA, our schools, our community, and our profession. We will replace them with policies and practices that ensure all students have access to the instruction and support they need to succeed. We will strive for safe, welcoming and affirming schools for all educators,  students, and families, inclusive of family background and identity.

VEA National Board Candidate Support Cohort Program

2020-21 VEA will provide facilitated support for candidates going through the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certification process. Candidate support is optional for teachers completing their National Boards; however, teacher candidates who are part of a support program show a significantly higher passing rate.

As part of a cohort, candidates receive support, instruction, and feedback from their trained facilitators who are VEA colleagues. Examples include: “unpacking” the National Board component prompts, finding evidence of National Board standards, and ensuring alignment.  To participate in the cohort, please complete the survey monkey found under “news flash” AND the registration form found under the documents tab above.   Clock hours will be available.

Details on the 2020-21 cohort:  Click Here

The Freedom Foundation (previously called the Evergreen Freedom Foundation), a known anti-union group, is trying to put a wedge between members. They have been contacting members to encourage them to drop their union membership. This is not a coincidence. They are funded by groups that are not for public education. And who is the largest advocate for public education? The Union!Read More

The preeminent purpose of the Vancouver Education Association shall be to work for the improvement of the schools of the state and nation in general, and particularly for the improvement of the Vancouver public schools to the end that these institutions become progressively better places for the students and teachers to carry out the educational activities that are necessary for the attainment of a quality education of the children they serve.