Extended Learning Opportunity Teacher (Gifted) for 24/25 School Year

Job Title: Extended Learning Opportunity Teacher for 2021-22 School Year

Experience: Job related experience is desired

Education: Bachelor`s degree in job-related area

Certificate/License: KSDE Approved Licensure

Status: School Year Term – Benefit Eligible

Salary: Certified Salary Schedule__Determined by qualifications and experience

Report to: McCSEC Assistant Director and/or Building Principal

FSLA Classification: Exempt                   

Purpose Statement

The job of Teacher-Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) is done for the purpose(s) of providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibility for facilitating instruction of gifted students; supervising gifted students within the classroom and other assigned areas; coordinating enrichment activities; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers- professional staff- and administrators in addressing instructional and classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students` parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

Essential Functions

• Assesses student progress towards objectives- expectations- and goals for the purpose of providing feedback to teachers- students- parents- and administration.

• Collaborates with instructional staff- appropriate school personnel- and parents in a variety of activities (e.g. enrichment activities- intellectual peers interactions- clubs- concurrent enrollment- etc.) for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student achievements.

• Counsels students- parents- and legal guardians for the purpose of communicating expectations- student achievements- developing methods for improvement- and reinforcing classroom goals.

• Demonstrates innovative pedagogical approaches that engage learners for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.

• Differentiates classroom work (e.g. instructional methods- materials- content- etc.) for the purpose of providing students with instruction that address individualized education plans.

• Facilitates student learning for the purpose of engaging learners in intellectual enrichment.

• Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual records (e.g. assessments- IEPs- grades- etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and providing reliable information. 

• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. IEPs- general education intervention meetings- preassessment teams- etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information required to perform job functions

• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. student IEPs- grades- attendance- anecdotal records- progress reports- lesson plans- etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress- meeting mandated requirements- and communicating information to other parties.

• Reports incidents (e.g. fights- suspected child abuse- suspected substance abuse- bullying- etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students- providing a positive learning environment- and adhering to the law and school policies as a mandated reporter.

• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers- parents- administrators- etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues- providing information- and direction.

• Serves as a student primary provider for the purpose of ensuring each student is receiving services and all IEPs are in compliance.

• Supervises and evaluates paraeducators (e.g. training- scheduling- supporting- etc.) for the purpose of monitoring performance and ensuring standards are achieved.

• Supports classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and individual student plans.

• Travels to multiple work sites for the purpose of providing enrichment services to students and supports to staff.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties- as assigned- for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills- Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple- highly complex- technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and conducting meetings.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information- write technical materials- and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes- policies- regulations- and laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; methods of instruction and training; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities- meetings- and/or events; gather- collate- and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; exhibiting tact and patience; demonstrating flexibility and creativity; organizing tasks; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; and communicating with diverse groups.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives; directing other persons within a department- large work unit- and/or across several small work units; monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job`s functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job`s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting and carrying up to twenty (20) pounds- some pushing- and/or pulling- some stooping- kneeling- crouching- and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting- 60% walking- and 10% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

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