Guidance Instructional Specialist, Senior - Kastner Intermediate School, In House Only (Substitutes May Not Apply), 2024/25 SY

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SUMMARY To assist the site administrator in the organization and administration of the school. To assist district administration in key leadership projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assumes appropriate designated duties in collaboration with and in the absence of the site administrator(s). Assists the site administrator(s)in the organization, management, and administration of the school in the following areas: a. Implementation of the school and District’s instructional program(s). b. Determination of school and community needs as they relate to the instructional program. c.Coordination of all auxiliary services within the school. d.Supervision, counseling, and discipline of students. e.Coordination of any additional school activities assigned by site administrator(s). Assists the site administrator(s) in establishing effective interpersonal relationships among the members of the school community, staff, and student body. Assists the site administrator(s) in communicating school and District goals, procedures, and objectives to the community, staff, and student body. Assists the site administrator(s) in obtaining the involvement of staff, students, parents, and community in establishing school goals. Assists the site administrator(s) in providing leadership and guidance in adjusting the school’s program and procedures to the requirements of the individual student’s needs. Assists the teachers in effective methods of motivating good behavior and maintaining discipline. Provides student guidance services as needed. Maintains preventative discipline, attendance, guidance, and academic files as appropriate. Screens Student Study Team referrals and initiates appropriate action as needed. Assists with the development, coordination, and supervision of student activities. Confers with student, parents, teachers, and agencies as needed. Assists with early intervention strategies for students with special needs. Assists the site administrator(s) in conducting informal and formal classroom observations of teachers. Assists the site administrator(s) in preparing and administering performance appraisals of classified and certificated staff. Assists the site and District administration in key leadership projects including curriculum development, assessments, data analysis, personnel, budgets, and staff development. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the site and/or District administrator(s). QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and Skills: Requires knowledge of organizational principles and practices. Must have knowledge of laws, Board policies, rules, and regulations that pertain to student discipline, attendance, and transfers. Must demonstrate strong organizational skills, principles, and practices. Requires knowledge of appropriate grade level curricula, resources, and instructional practices. Requires knowledge of appropriate classroom management strategies. Must demonstrate knowledge of State testing requirements and procedures. Requires knowledge of guidance and counseling objectives, principles, and procedures. Abilities: Requires the ability to implement the school instructional program. Must be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, students, parents, and the public contacted in the performance of duties. Requires the ability to identify and determine the basic nature of students’ problems and needs, evaluate their relative urgency, and take action to alleviate the problems. Must be able to supervise the work of subordinate personnel and develop and conduct appropriate staff development meetings. Must be able to conduct informal and formal classroom observations of teachers. Must be able to speak clearly to articulate a message to both small and large groups. Requires the ability to write effectively to produce letters, documents, and newsletter articles,. Must be able to assist site and District administration in additional administrative duties related to key leadership projects. Education and Experience: Requires a Bachelors Degree and demonstrated leadership qualities and potential through participation in such activities as school management, student discipline, committee work, and/or special projects outside of the classroom. Three years of successful public or private teaching experience and/or equivalent service is required. Licenses and Certificates: A valid California K-12 teaching credential, a valid Administrative Services Credential, and a valid California Drivers License are required. A Masters Degree is desired.

Requirements / Qualifications

Applicants interested in the position must possess or be eligible for a California Public School Administrative Services Credential. If applicant is not in possession of a valid Administrative Credential, a Plan to Complete Preliminary Administrative Form must be attached with this application. A link to the Plan to Complete Preliminary Administrative Credential Form can be found on the right hand side of this posting. Additional Qualifications: - At least five (5) years public or private classroom teaching experience or equivalent Applicant must also, electronically, attach the following minimum requirements: - An online EdJoin application - Three (3) current Letters of Recommendation dated within 18 months of application date - Philosophy of Education Statement - Copy of Administrative Credential, Certificate of Eligibility or Plan to Complete Preliminary Administrative Credential Form - Current resume - Copy of transcripts (unofficial are accepted) - Copy of CTC Certificate of Clearance (COC) - CUSD employees must submit credentials and transcripts not currently on file **CELL PHONE PHOTO COPIES ARE NOT ACCEPTED**

Comments and Other InformationThis school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sex orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made.

This school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sex orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made.