ED Jobs Newsletter Vol. 11 Issue 28

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And discover more available programs with FREE Information from Online Universities - Online Degree Directory. http://www.educationworld.com/OnlineDegree2.shtml   =========================================================================== Volume 11, Issue 28 July 23, 2008 **************************************************************************** EDUCATION JOBS SUMMARY **************************************************************************** Teaching Position - Nationwide * Early Childhood Teaching Position - Ohio * Special Education Teaching Position - Michigan * Special Education Teaching Position - Arizona * Music   *************************************************************************** FULL LISTINGS ***************************************************************************   School: Children's Literacy Initiative Email: HR@CLIontheweb.org Category: Teaching Position Deadline: Until Filled Job Title: Early Childhood Description: Flex Hours Opportunity to participate in the professional staff development of elementary school teachers in the use of CLI's Comprehensive Balanced Literacy concepts in the classroom through modeling, observing and coaching teachers in the application of innovative and effective literacy strategies, techniques and programs. Promote learning by conducting educational workshops and presentations. Guide teachers in setting up child centered, literacy rich classroom environments. Identify grade level learning objectives and create/prepare educational materials to use in support of those learning objectives. Make recommendations to teachers on content development and classroom management. Observe, model, and co-teach and plan with teachers on effective lessons utilizing CLI's "Best Practice" comprehensive literacy strategies and methodologies in the classroom. As a member of our collegial team of educational professionals, you share ideas on enriching children's learning experiences and creating enthusiasm for literacy as the building block for learning throughout their lifetime. CLI provides an excellent training program including an initial orientation and three day Institute complimented with extensive training materials and quality books followed up throughout the school year with "Developing the Professional Developer" workshops, seminars and regional meetings. Institutes and training are held in CLI's state-of-the-art Conference Center at headquarters in center city Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED ~ Master's Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education or Reading ~ At least 5 years teaching experience in Pre-K to 3rd grade classrooms ~ Application of core/advanced Comprehensive Balanced Literacy concepts in Pre-K to 3rd grade classrooms ~ Ability to conduct and deliver effective, professional development workshops and presentations ~ Strong interpersonal skills ~ Reliable transportation ~ Desire to make a difference HOURS Part-time, flexible, DAYTIME SCHOOL HOURS, Monday through Friday according to your schedule as an Independent Contractor. LOCATIONS Positions are available in Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, White Plains, NY, New York City, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC. CONTACT INFORMATION For consideration, E-mail cover letter including hourly rate requested (a must to be considered) and Word or PDF format resume to HR@CLIontheWeb.org. Please note that phone calls cannot be accepted. Equal Opportunity Employer Please visit our website at www.CLIontheweb.org Contact: For consideration, E-mail cover letter including hourly rate requested (a must to be considered) and Word or PDF format resume to HR@CLIontheWeb.org. Please note that phone calls cannot be accepted. Equal Opportunity Employer Please visit our website at www.CLIontheweb.org Region: Nationwide Country: USA   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back to top   School: Winterfield Venture Academy Email: mycareer@heritageacademies.com Category: Teaching Position Deadline: Until Filled Job Title: Special Education Description: Position: Special Education Teacher Location: Toledo, Ohio Application Instructions: To apply, please fill out the online application on our website at www.heritageacademies.com/career Duties: This role will provide specifically designed instruction to individuals with disabilities in a resource room setting; adapting and developing materials to match the special needs of each student. The Special Education Teacher will identify students with special needs, organize student caseloads with an effective IEPC system, and establish and implement strategies to deal with disabilities. Accountabilities: Teachers will be held accountable for the student achievement and growth in their classroom, establishing relationships with both students and parents, and participating in all aspects of class and school planning. Candidates should be self starters with effective classroom management skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for education. Certification and Experience: Candidates should have experience working with Special Education students. A Bachelor's Degree in Special Education and a valid K-12 Ohio teaching license for Special Education is required. National Heritage Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact: Visit our website at www.heritageacademies.com/career to fill out an online application. Region: Toledo, Ohio Country: USA Comments: Applications are not accepted at school locations - only via our website. Thank you!   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back to top School: Saginaw Intermediate School District Email: esparzat@sisd.cc Category: Teaching Position Deadline: July 31, 2008 or Until Filled Job Title: Special Education Description: POSITION TITLE: Inclusion Specialist-Teacher Consultant (CI) REPORTS TO: Program Supervisor NUMBER OF OPENINGS: One, full-time position, 187 days for the 2008-09 school year. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Shall assist in the identification, evaluation, educational placement, and training of pre-school and school-aged children with mental impairments. 2. Shall satisfactorily meet the expectations of all local district constituents utilizing services as provided by this position through the SISD. 3. Shall attend IEP meetings for referred students and caseload students. 4. Shall serve as a resource person for the teacher working with low incidence children within the general school setting or cross-categorical program. 5. Shall work on behalf of a student who, because of his/her impairment, is having difficulty adjusting to general school setting or cross-categorical program. 6. Shall assist the teacher in acquiring special materials or equipment that will contribute to the education of the mentally impaired child. 7. Shall be responsible for writing and monitoring the goals and objectives of selected students. 8. Shall assist the staff in making classroom accommodations to the curriculum. 9. Shall assist school in creating and implementing behavior intervention plans. 10. Shall assist the family of a low incidence student in understanding the student's educational, emotional, and vocational needs through phone calls and contacts. 11. Shall train paraprofessionals working with the impaired student in the general school setting or cross-categorical program. 12. Shall keep local school administration informed as to the status of the included student within the district. 13. Shall serve in a highly flexible manner, dependent upon the stated needs and requests of the constituent school districts. 14. Shall be willing to receive additional training to improve job skills. 15. Shall be willing to produce materials for teachers that may not be readily available through commercial means. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. To provide a monthly report to supervisor. 2. To use proper phone etiquette at all times. 3. To provide data for needed reports. 4. Other duties assigned by the Director and or supervisor as deemed necessary and appropriate which are in accordance with contractual rules and legal guidelines. MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1. The requirements as outlined under R 340.1790 of the Revised Administrative Rules for Special Education effective June 6, 2002, for either full or temporary approval. A. Special Education teacher approval (CI). B. Master's Degree. C. Three years experience (at least two years in special education). D. Knowledge and/or experience with mentally impaired or other low incident children. 2. Knowledge or experience with general education curriculum preferred. 3. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 4. Must have conflict resolution skills. 5. Leadership skills to work effectively with staff, school administrators, and outside agencies in the delivery of special education services. 6. Ability to work well and communicate effectively with staff, students, parents, school administrators, the community and advocacy groups. 7. Ability to function in a total organizational context. 8. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. 9. Ability to keep all student, parent, and staff information confidential. 10. Ability to work in a site-based decision-making system that utilizes teams and collaborative decision-making processes. 11. Ability and/or willingness to learn and utilize basic keyboarding computer skills. 12. Must have dependable transportation. 13. Must have good references. 14. Must have good attendance record. Contact: Tracie Esparza Personnel Assistant Saginaw ISD 6235 Gratiot Road Saginaw MI 48638 Region: Michigan Country: USA Comments: FRINGE BENEFIT PACKAGE: Competitive fringe benefit package that offers health, dental, vision, life, and long term disability insurance. Excellent alternative programs in exchange for health insurance. Professional development training is provided. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and copies of transcripts. Please send to: Director of Personnel, Saginaw ISD, 6235 Gratiot, Saginaw, MI 48638. An application may be obtained on line by going to the SISD web site at: www.sisd.cc ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back to top School: Greasewood Springs Community School Email: lrbegay@greasewood-inc.net Category: Teaching Position Deadline: Until Filled Job Title: Music Description: Exciting, rewarding, unique, professional position for a music teacher.  Four Navajo P.L. 100-297 grant schools, providing services for children in grades K-8, have joined in a collaborative effort to procure a highly-trained, innovative, professional music teacher to provide services to the four schools.  This position will require an independent, self-motivated, highly-organized professional who will enjoy the challenge of creating and developing music programs at the four schools and providing services to each school on a rotating basis.  These schools are located in a beautiful, rural area of Northern Arizona and will provide a positive professional challenge to the right person.  If you are that person, please contact us so that we may share our vision with you and hopefully join with you in a partnership to achieve that vision. Contact: Lorraine Begay lrbegay@greasewood-inc.net HC 58, Box 60 Highway 15 Ganado, AZ 86505 Phone (928) 654-3331 Fax (928) 654-3397 Region: Arizona Country: USA Comments: Please send, email or fax resume.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back to top   *************************************************************************** NEW! FROM EDUCATION WORLD *************************************************************************** Each week, Education World spotlights books of interest to educators. This week, read a brief summary of two more of our "top 50 books for educators." The Teacher's Calendar Chase's famous Calendar of Events -- that huge book journalists use to help them develop filler material for their newspapers by doing funny little stories on National Hog Calling Day -- has many spin-offs, and one is this extraordinarily useful annual calendar for teachers. 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