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Occupational Therapist – Long Term Substitute

Occupational Therapist – Long Term Substitute

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JOB GOAL: To evaluate children with disabilities; provide treatment and consultation services for and on behalf of children that qualify for occupational therapy services; and communicate with education personnel, parents and community agencies. School-based occupational therapy is designed to enhance the student’s ability to fully access and be successful in the learning environment. The Occupational Therapist helps students restore or maintain function, foster normal development and where feasible, prevent further disabilities through the selection of purposeful activities. The Occupational Therapist facilitates improvement of the student’s physical, emotional, sensory and/or perceptual deficits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Screening or evaluation of a student’s current performance in areas of concern, the modifications or attempts that have been made to solve the problems, and results of those attempts.
2. Collecting information regarding a child’s performance using various methods from multiple settings and sources determining a child’s current functional abilities in performance areas (activities of daily living, work/productive activities and play/leisure activities) as compared to the expected performance.
3. Determining a child’s current functional abilities within performance contexts, including temporal context and physical, social, and cultural environmental contexts, as compared to the expected performance.
4. Developing goals related to academic and nonacademic performance and recommend OT service delivery when educationally necessary (IEP).
5. With other members of the team, write objectives that reflect the student’s needs in the educational setting (IEP).
6. Developing an OT intervention plan.
7. Planning for and delivering OT services according to the frequency and duration listed on the IEP. Developing and implementing a plan of data collection to provide objective basis for decision making.
8. Provide intervention that enhances the child’s functional abilities.
9. Make recommendations for altering intervention plans as indicated by a child’s performance.
10. Lead meetings, conferences, and informal interactions as requested.
11. Document child’s performance, phone calls, meetings, and such in child’s OT record.

Teacher- Art (.50 FTE)

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.50 FTE

JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Teacher- Art (.50 FTE)

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.50 FTE

JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Associate Director of Technology

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Summary:
The Associate Director of Technology will play a key role in advancing the school district’s technology initiatives, assisting in managing the day-to-day operations of the technology department, and ensuring the seamless integration of technology into the educational experience. This position reports directly to the Director of Finance and Technology and collaborates with various stakeholders, including administrators, teachers, and IT staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Oversee the ongoing planning processes for technology uses in the district, including, data, video, voice and physical security systems
Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the school district’s network infrastructure.
Develop and execute a comprehensive network strategy aligned with the district’s goals.
Ensure the security and integrity of the network through regular monitoring, maintenance, and updates.
Troubleshoot network issues and coordinate with vendors for resolution when necessary.
Manage the procurement, deployment, and maintenance of hardware and software assets.
Evaluate and recommend new technologies that align with the district’s educational objectives.
Ensure that all hardware and software installations comply with relevant licensing and security standards.
Implement and enforce data security measures to protect sensitive information.
Stay informed about the latest trends and threats in cybersecurity, implementing measures to mitigate risks.
Work closely with the others to ensure adherence to data privacy regulations.
Collaborate with the Director of Technology in the development and management of the technology budget.
Monitor expenditures, negotiate contracts, and seek cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
Serve as district authority for Federal E-rate application filing and responder for SLD inquiries
Educate district staff regarding policies related to copyright, network security, data privacy to help ensure that they are successfully followed
Assist Director with the annual planning, procurement, installation, updating, and disposal of technology related equipment
Other related duties as assigned.

Facilities and Grounds Manager

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General Definition of Work:
Plan and manage the facilities, grounds and health and safety programs of the district, as required by federal, state and local mandates. Provide coordination for facility and site improvements projects and processes by working closely with district personnel, professional consultants and contractors. Utilize district operation standards and policies to ensure projects are completed in a quality manner, on time and within budget. The Facilities and Grounds Manager has responsibility for overseeing all aspects of facilities management in conjunction with the department director, including personnel within the department.

Essential Functions

  • Assist the department director in establishing, implementing and evaluating effective policies and procedures, budgets and procedures for increasing facilities, grounds and health and safety efficiency to build a positive environment for achieving educational outcomes.
  • Oversee assigned construction projects to ensure budget and schedule are adhered to, maintain complete audit files, as well as ensure quality of materials and workmanship are utilized.
  • Coordinate the district’s emergency management and reunification process; maintain technology, policies, maps and communications with local police, fire and sheriff departments.
  • Coordinate district work order system; assign work orders to department staff, approve work orders, monitor progress of work orders and inspect completed work orders.
  • Ensure proper record keeping including collection, organization, processing and archiving of documents such as permits, change directives, pay applications, warranties and all other project related documents.
  • Develop and present training programs and presentations as necessary.
  • Ensure all SDS manuals are up to date.
  • Monitor and communicate department progress with committees, administrators and staff.
  • Assist the department director in coordinating the Facilities and Health & Safety committees; lead committee meetings as needed.
  • Analyze department data collected from various records to help determine effective goals and processes.
  • Serve as a member of various building teams and act as a liaison; assists staff, students and families in understanding building and district policies, procedures and requirements.
  • Recommend the hiring, promotion, discipline and/or dismissal of building engineers, maintenance and custodial employees.
  • Foster an attitude of support and teamwork among all parties associated with the facility improvement process, workers comp, emergency management, and facility security.
  • Maintain flow of all invoices, PO’s, and receipts.  Ensure timely payment of all liabilities.
  • Stay current with best practices research and strategies.
  • Respond to alarms, emergencies and personnel at all hours of the day and night.
  • Other duties may be assigned.