Educator–Industry Matchmaking: Connecting Classrooms & Careers
At the heart of this initiative is a regional directory that makes it easy for educators to identify and connect with professionals across key industries. This tool will spark new collaborations, give students authentic real-world insights, and help build meaningful ties between schools, careers, and community.
By fostering these connections, we:
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Enrich classroom learning with authentic industry expertise
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Create interactive career exploration opportunities
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Strengthen awareness of essential employability skills
Leila Kaneda
Owner & Principal Consultant
Please contact kwurster@cgesd.k12.or.us for a STEM Hub introduction.
Kaneda Consulting
AI Strategic Consulting to help companies, small businesses, and nonprofits understand and implement the best ways to leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve their operations or products.
Job description:
High School (9-12), Middle School (6-8)
Preferred audience:
Engineering, Science & Research
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Co-Teach a Lesson, Conduct Mock Interviews or Skills Assessment, Guest Speaker, Participate in CTE Advisory Committee, Project-Based Collaboration
Alex Wolfe
Production Recruiter
Oregon Air National Guard
Production Recruiter for the Oregon ANG
Job description:
High School (9-12)
Preferred audience:
Agriculture, Architecture & Construction, Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications, Business, Distribution & Logistics, Education & Training, Engineering, Food & Natural Resources, Government & Public Administration, Health Science, Hospitality & Tourism, Human Services, Information Technology, Law & Legal Services, Management & Administration, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales & Service, Science & Research, Transportation
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Career Fair Participation, Co-Teach a Lesson, Conduct Mock Interviews or Skills Assessment, Host Job Shadow, Participate in CTE Advisory Committee, Project-Based Collaboration, Virtual Guest Speaker
Jim Raffensperger
Machine Shop Manager
Zepher
Manage Machine Shop, engineer job methods, outside processes, quality control, quote parts, and many other roles.
Job description:
High School (9-12)
Preferred audience:
Engineering, Manufacturing
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Co-Teach a Lesson, Conduct Mock Interviews or Skills Assessment, Guest Speaker, Participate in CTE Advisory Committee, Project-Based Collaboration
Mary Biden
HR Manager
ANPC
Recruiting and HR support
Job description:
High School (9-12)
Preferred audience:
Engineering, Manufacturing
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Career Fair Participation, Host Job Shadow, Host an Intern, Project-Based Collaboration
Questions?
Contact Kate Wurster: kwurster@cgesd.k12.or.us