KCU Special Ed Leader

JobID: 12332 Position Type: Short term Contracts-Teaching/STC-T Date Posted: 2/4/2024 Location: Various Locations Date Available: TBD SUMMARY: Oversees all sites of Kids on Course University’s 7 week summer program focused on the needs of those students enrolled with IEP’s.
This position will also oversee behavior techs.
This person has a track record of moving students who experience barriers in learning and behavior.
Helps to identify learning and behavioral needs, develops and coaches plans for staff at the sites to implement.
Leader develops and provides professional development to staff.
Communicates with all stakeholders.
Works closely with Site Leaders and Program Director to ensure access and equity for all students.
This position requires about 20 hours of planning work in the months of April and May.
June will require 20 hours of planning and implementing of professional development! SITE LOCATIONS: Cedar River Academy @ Taylor Elementary Kenwood Leadership Academy West Willow Elementary ENDORSEMENTS: BA in Education, preferably with reading endorsement K-5 Elementary Education K-5 Reading EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: BA in Elementary Education Two years of teaching experience CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Iowa Teaching Certification with an endorsement SUMMER PROGRAM: Program: June 17th – July 31st.
(no classes on June 19th or July 4th or July 5th) Mandatory Training: June 13th & 14th (8-12) Student hours will be 8:00 – 12:00 Lead Teacher hours are 7:30AM – 12:30PM.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Duties must be performed on site.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned.
Oversees one site of Kids on Course University’s 7-week summer program similar to a principal during the school year Has a track record of moving students who experience barriers (IEP, ELL, F/R lunch) forward.
Coordinates student transportation with CRCSD busing department.
Helps select staff for KCU at the site, including classroom teachers, librarian, health secretary and enrichment leader.
Coordinates daily behavior plans and provides positive interventions along with coordinating needs with site leader and teachers.
Communicate with AmeriCorps workers and provide feedback to director.
Oversees IEPs of students who are attending and communicates needs to site leader.
Creates a culture of equity for all, having a growth mindset, and setting high expectations for all students.
Works closely with the Program Director to ensure the daily activities grow student learning as effectively as possible.
Leader of an innovative summer learning program that aims to serve children who need academic support most in the Cedar Rapids School District Managing the budget, procurement of materials, and tracking expenses in compliance with CRCSD policies Provides active communication and positive relationships with parents and community members.
Assists and collaborates with the principal, teaching staff, parents and students on matters pertaining to academic achievement goals.
Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing Ability to organize and manage details in a thorough manner.
Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data.
Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations.
Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff.
Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students.
Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions.
Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve problems effectively.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
REQUIRED DISPOSITIONS: 1.
Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.
2.
Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and his/her own performance.
3.
Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.
4.
Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.
5.
Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.
6.
Won’t shy from today’s educational challenges.
7.
Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
8.
Has a track record of success.
9.
Works with great integrity.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational Goals of the District.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear.
The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches.
The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items.
The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, and boxes.
The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 7:30 a.
m.
to 12:30 p.
m.
workday.
The employee will frequently work in different areas of the classroom including in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor activities, etc.
The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work outdoors or when supervising students outside of the classroom.
The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.
D.
A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
HR contact: Haley Resewehr 319.
558.
CRHR (2747) Contact: Leicha Scranton KCU Program Director lscranton@crschools.
us JobID: 12332 Position Type: Short term Contracts-Teaching/STC-T Date Posted: 2/4/2024 Location: Various Locations Date Available: TBD SUMMARY: Oversees all sites of Kids on Course University’s 7 week summer program focused on the needs of those students enrolled with IEP’s.
This position will also oversee behavior techs.
This person has a track record of moving students who experience barriers in learning and behavior.
Helps to identify learning and behavioral needs, develops and coaches plans for staff at the sites to implement.
Leader develops and provides professional development to staff.
Communicates with all stakeholders.
Works closely with Site Leaders and Program Director to ensure access and equity for all students.
This position requires about 20 hours of planning work in the months of April and May.
June will require 20 hours of planning and implementing of professional development! SITE LOCATIONS: Cedar River Academy @ Taylor Elementary Kenwood Leadership Academy West Willow Elementary ENDORSEMENTS: BA in Education, preferably with reading endorsement K-5 Elementary Education K-5 Reading EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: BA in Elementary Education Two years of teaching experience CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Iowa Teaching Certification with an endorsement SUMMER PROGRAM: Program: June 17th – July 31st.
(no classes on June 19th or July 4th or July 5th) Mandatory Training: June 13th & 14th (8-12) Student hours will be 8:00 – 12:00 Lead Teacher hours are 7:30AM – 12:30PM.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Duties must be performed on site.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned.
Oversees one site of Kids on Course University’s 7-week summer program similar to a principal during the school year Has a track record of moving students who experience barriers (IEP, ELL, F/R lunch) forward.
Coordinates student transportation with CRCSD busing department.
Helps select staff for KCU at the site, including classroom teachers, librarian, health secretary and enrichment leader.
Coordinates daily behavior plans and provides positive interventions along with coordinating needs with site leader and teachers.
Communicate with AmeriCorps workers and provide feedback to director.
Oversees IEPs of students who are attending and communicates needs to site leader.
Creates a culture of equity for all, having a growth mindset, and setting high expectations for all students.
Works closely with the Program Director to ensure the daily activities grow student learning as effectively as possible.
Leader of an innovative summer learning program that aims to serve children who need academic support most in the Cedar Rapids School District Managing the budget, procurement of materials, and tracking expenses in compliance with CRCSD policies Provides active communication and positive relationships with parents and community members.
Assists and collaborates with the principal, teaching staff, parents and students on matters pertaining to academic achievement goals.
Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing Ability to organize and manage details in a thorough manner.
Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data.
Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations.
Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff.
Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students.
Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions.
Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve problems effectively.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
REQUIRED DISPOSITIONS: 1.
Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.
2.
Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and his/her own performance.
3.
Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.
4.
Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.
5.
Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.
6.
Won’t shy from today’s educational challenges.
7.
Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
8.
Has a track record of success.
9.
Works with great integrity.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational Goals of the District.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear.
The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches.
The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items.
The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, and boxes.
The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 7:30 a.
m.
to 12:30 p.
m.
workday.
The employee will frequently work in different areas of the classroom including in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor activities, etc.
The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work outdoors or when supervising students outside of the classroom.
The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.
D.
A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
HR contact: Haley Resewehr 319.
558.
CRHR (2747) Contact: Leicha Scranton KCU Program Director lscranton@crschools.
us