QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure:

1. Bachelor's degree
2. Valid Teaching license preferred
3. Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
4. Clear and valid Tennessee commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements (optional)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

1. Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
2. Knowledge of Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) and Tennessee Middle School Athletic Association (TMSAA) rules
3. Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
4. Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical (If bus driving duties are required)
5. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

1 year of experience as coach or participant in sport assigned

REPORTS TO

Principal and Athletic and Activities Director

JOB GOAL

To provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned sport(s). Contribute to the education program as a whole and to gthe growth of students involved in athletics. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Instruction

1. Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned. 

2. Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. 

3. Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes. 

Program Management

1. Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis. 

2. Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance of sport. 

3. Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.

4. Work with the athletic and activities director to schedule competitions and plan season activities including practices, special events, and tournaments. 

5. Coordinate with the transportation department for travel arrangements to out-of-town events (Drive bus to transport students to out-of-district competitions [optional]).

6. Ensure compliance with all TSSAA and TMSAA rules.

7. Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation. 

8. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the coaching program and make changes based on findings.

Student Management

1. Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
2. Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
3. Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
4. Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Administration

1. Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
2. Compile, maintain, and file all budgets, reports, records, and other documents required.
3. Initiate and approve purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
4. Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment and maintain a current inventory of all equipment and fixed assets within the program.
5. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
6. Other duties as assigned by the school principal.

Supervisory

1. Assign and oversee completion of the work of assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED); operate school bus

Posture:          Prolonged standing; kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping; frequent driving; moderate grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching

Pushing and/or pulling

1. Climbing

2. Stooping and/or kneeling

3. Reaching

4. Talking

5. Hearing 

6. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to dealing with students

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decision based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to understand instructions and underlying principals and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of works and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the hands easily and manipulate small objects with the fingers

5. Form Perception: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures

6. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades of other values of the same color 

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Completes annual training requirements based on current Federal standards                                                                         

REPORTS TO

Nutrition Manager

JOB GOAL

Works in a safe, sanitary, and time efficient manner to produce meals for students and completes duties as assigned by the manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Cups all fruit/desserts on menu for the day

2. Assists with salad bar preparation

3. Assists with wrapping meats/sandwiches on menu for the day

4. Assists with preparation of breakfast items for the next day

5. Monitors lunch line during lunch service and serves when needed

6. Assists with replenishing food as needed on the line

7. Works in dishroom as scheduled

8. Cleans up assigned work area:  sweeps, mops, wipes down work tables

9. Other duties as assigned by manager

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to lift 40 pounds without assistance and on occasion repetitively.  Work in a fast paced environment and stand for extended periods of time. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Talking

2. Hearing

3. Seeing

4. Walking

5. Pushing

6. Pulling

7. Carrying

8. Stooping

9. Kneeling

10. Bending

11. Reaching

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility of the direction, control or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instruction

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Data Perceptions: Ability to understand and interpret information which may be presented in the form of graphs, charts, or tables

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment and moderate exposure to extreme temperature changes

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so assigned.                                                                                     

TITLE                  NUTRITION TECHNICIAN Part-Time (up to 5.5 Hours Daily)

QUALIFICATIONS

Completes annual training requirements based on current Federal standards

REPORTS TO

Nutrition Manager

JOB GOAL

Works in a safe, sanitary, and time efficient manner to produce meals for students and completes duties as assigned by the manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Cups all fruit/desserts on menu for the day

2. Assists with salad bar preparation

3. Assists with wrapping meats/sandwiches on menu for the day

4. Assists with preparation of breakfast items for the next day

5. Monitors lunch line during lunch service and serves when needed

6. Assists with replenishing food as needed on the line

7. Works in dishroom as scheduled

8. Cleans up assigned work area:  sweeps, mops, wipes down work tables

9. Other duties as assigned by manager

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to lift 40 pounds without assistance and on occasion repetitively.  Work in a fast paced environment and stand for extended periods of time. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Talking

2. Hearing

3. Seeing

4. Walking

5. Pushing

6. Pulling

7. Carrying

8. Stooping

9. Kneeling

10. Bending

11. Reaching

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility of the direction, control or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instruction

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Data Perceptions: Ability to understand and interpret information which may be presented in the form of graphs, charts, or tables

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment and moderate exposure to extreme temperature changes

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so assigned.                                                                                      

QUALIFICATIONS

1. CDL class B license with AB, P and S endorsements
2. Annual DOT physical examination
3. High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
4. Meets health and physical requirements; pass DOT Drug Screen
5. Meets requirements in accordance with Tennessee state law, rules and regulations
6. Vocational preparation may include: vocational education, apprentice training, on-the-job training, and essential experience

REPORTS TO

Director of Operations

JOB GOAL

To safely transport students over specified routes to and from Cleveland City Schools.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Be familiar with and abides by all local, state, or federal traffic laws, rules and regulations
2. Transports students over specified routes according to a time schedule
3. Promotes safety when students are on the bus and reports any student misconduct to the school administration through the use of conduct procedures
4. Performs daily mechanical checks on oil, gas, tires, lights, doors, and performs pre-trip as well as  post-trip inspections
5. Reports needed repairs to the transportation office
6. Cleans his/her bus each day as needed to keep it in a neat and safe condition
7. Reports all accidents promptly and completes required reports
8. Transports only authorized students and/or personnel of Cleveland City Schools
9. Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job
10. Checks the bus at the end of every run to ensure that all students have left the bus
11. Shall not use profanity or tobacco in any form on Cleveland City School property
12. Performs other duties as assigned in a prompt and professional manner

TITLE                         SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER (9-12)

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid Tennessee teacher’s license with appropriate endorsement

2. Strong written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills

3. Meets health and physical requirements

4. FLSA exempt

REPORTS TO

Building Level Principal

JOB GOAL

To teach one or more subjects to students and lead them toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Instructs students in subject matter, using various teaching methods, and uses technology and other materials to enhance presentation

2. Prepares teaching outline for course of study in conjunction with current state standards, and appropriate feedback for homework assignments

3. Administers tests to evaluate progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of students’ progress

4. Keeps accurate attendance records

5. Maintains discipline in classroom and during extended learning opportunities

6. Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops

7. Encourages students to maintain standards of classroom behavior

8. Prepares for class and shows evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor

9. Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day

10. Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, board policies and administrative regulations

11. Develops and maintains a classroom conducive to learning

12. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated

13. Represents the school and the community in a positive manner

14. Performs other work-related duties as assigned by administration

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 25 lbs., with frequent lifting and/or carrying of object weighing up to 10 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing

3. Stooping and/or kneeling

4. Reaching

5. Talking

6. Hearing 

7. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to dealing with students

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decision based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to understand instructions and underlying principals and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of works and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the hands easily and manipulate small objects with the fingers

5. Form Perception: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures

6. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades of other values of the same color 

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Meets the Federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) qualifications including an associate’s degree or 48 hours of college credit or have passed the ParaProfessional Praxis test
2. Meets the health and physical qualifications

REPORTS TO

Principal

JOB GOAL

To provide assistance to teachers and help students become proficient in reading and/or mathematics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides small group and/or individual instruction in reading and/or mathematics in grades K-8

2. Writes lesson plans for small group reading instruction

3. Delivers lesson plans according to specified techniques

4. Administers screening and survey-level assessments under the guidance of the Response to Intervention Facilitator

5. Administers running records under the guidance of the Instructional Facilitator

6. Keeps accurate records of student work, attendance, and intervention

7. Works with Response to Intervention Facilitator to monitor student progress

8. Manages the behavior of a small group of students

9. Uses personal computers and/or tablets and software applications for determining and monitoring student progress

10. Attends training as needed

11. Performs other work-related duties as assigned by the Principal 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs., or more.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing

3. Stooping, kneeling and/or crawling

4. Reaching

5. Talking

6. Hearing

7. Seeing

VOCATIONAL PREPARATION

The required vocation preparation may come from any of the following:

1. Vocational education

2. Apprentice training

3. On-the-job training

4. Essential experience in other jobs

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to dealing with students

3. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of works and the ideas associated with them

3. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities of differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color

4. Form Perception: Ability to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shading of figures

5. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of the principal so assigned.

TITLE                  BUS MONITOR

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or other qualification as deemed appropriate by the Director of Schools

Meets health and physical requirements

REPORTS TO

Director of Operations

JOB GOAL

To monitor and assist the driver on the school bus in a positive manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Manages students during transportation services, referring behavior problems according to established guidelines

2. Communicates effectively with students and staff in a positive and professional manner

3. Circulates as needed to assist students who need assistance on buses

4. Follows instructions and completes tasks efficiently and at a sufficient pace

5. Assists with the cleanliness of the bus

6. Dismisses the bus in an orderly manner at the scheduled locations

7. Encourages good bus behavior

8. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 25 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to ten lbs.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing

3. Stooping and/or kneeling

4. Reaching

5. Talking

6. Hearing 

7. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to deal with people

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria 

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence:  Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal:  Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them

3. Form Perception:  To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures and widths and lengths of line

4. Motor Coordination:  Ability to coordinate the eyes and hands or fingers rapidly and accurately in making precise movements with speed

5. Color Discrimination:  Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in color or in 

6. Manual Dexterity:  Ability to move the hands and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly or accurately

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment; may not always be a quiet place to work

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.   They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Meets the Federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) qualifications including an associate’s degree or 48 hours of college credit or have passed the ParaProfessional Praxis test
2. May be employed on a part time or full time basis
3. Meets the health and physical qualifications

REPORTS TO

Principal

JOB GOAL

To provide assistance to teachers, administrative assistants, and clerical personnel when needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students

2. Facilitates student interventions with the guidance and support of a classroom teacher

3. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes

4. Distributes and collects technology, workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction

5. Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips

6. Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work as assigned by the teacher

7. Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills

8. Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job

9. Checks and records attendance

10. Arranges bulletin boards

11. Types and duplicates tests, worksheets, and supplementary materials

12. Assists in supervising the children in lunchroom, playground, and bus loading

13. Assists the teacher in assimilating materials for class displays

14. Performs other duties as assigned 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs., or more.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing

3. Stooping, kneeling and/or crawling

4. Reaching

5. Talking

6. Hearing

7. Seeing

VOCATIONAL PREPARATION

The required vocation preparation may come from any of the following:

1. Vocational education

2. Apprentice training

3. On-the-job training

4. Essential experience in other jobs

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to dealing with students

3. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of works and the ideas associated with them

3. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities of differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color

4. Form Perception: Ability to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shading of figures

5. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of the principal so assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS                         

1. Able to read, write, speak and understand English, perform basic arithmetic, and demonstrate ability to perform basic computer skills

2. High school diploma or equivalent

3. At least five (5) years of  verifiable experience as an Industrial HVAC and Refrigeration Technician with one (1) year of a recognized HVAC trades education program with a diploma.

4. Meets the necessary health and physical qualifications

REPORTS TO 

Director of Operations

JOB GOAL

To work in a team environment to maintain the buildings and equipment in a condition of operating excellence so that full use of them may be made at all times 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Must have EPA 608, Universal Certification for handling and working on refrigerant systems.

2. Must have experience trouble shooting, servicing, installing, and maintaining water source HVAC equipment, water loops, water pumps, boilers, energy management systems, frequency drives, gas package systems, gas equipment, duct work, centrifugal systems, walk-in refrigeration, commercial refrigeration, and restaurant equipment.

3. Inspect buildings and machinery for defects.

4. Repair and maintain machinery, plumbing, physical structures, and electrical wiring of fixtures in accordance with building codes.

5. Install electrical equipment and repair or replace wiring and fixtures.

6. Perform air conditioning and refrigeration repairs.

7. Perform preventive maintenance to buildings and equipment.

8. Care for the tools, equipment, and material under their supervision, seeing that they are stored properly, clean and in good repair.

9. Know and follow all safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job. 

10. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects weighing up to 100 lbs., with lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 75 lbs.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing and/or balancing

3. Stooping, kneeling and/or crawling

4. Reaching

5. Visual ability required for performance of position.  All positions involving electrical circuits require the visual perception of color differences.  

6. Sufficient hearing to use audio devices and communicate

VOCATIONAL PREPARATION

The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:

1. Vocational education

2. Apprentice training

3. Essential experience

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances, or standards

3. Adaptability to deal with people

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS 

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence:  Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Spatial:  Ability to comprehend forms in space and understand relationships of plane and solid objects

3. Form Perception:  Ability to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings

4. Manual Dexterity:  Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully

WORK CONDITIONS

The working environment lends itself to:  odors, fumes, dust, lubricants, chemicals, varied temperatures, and uncomfortable physical conditions.

General Operations Department Task and Scheduling

It needs to be stated that regardless of an employee’s “Skill Level” designation or position, all employees of the maintenance area of the Operations Department are to perform all types of work they are qualified to perform when called upon.  Every employee of the Operations Department must be able to work an “on call” schedule and be called upon to do the most menial of work task.  There is no one in the maintenance department that is above any task we may have to perform to keep the schools operating.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid teacher’s license with appropriate endorsement

2. Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills

3. Meets health and physical qualifications

4. FLSA exempt

REPORTS TO

Principal

JOB GOAL

To provide academic and behavior intervention in specific skill deficit areas to students with disabilities (SWDs.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Maintains all special education paperwork in a timely manner including Instructionally Appropriate Individual Education Program (IAIEP)

2. Prepares progress reports for each grading period and sends report to parents

3. Administers tests and monitors students’ progress on a regular basis

4. Uses EasyIEP for the development of IAIEPs and other reports

5. Attends and chair IAIEP and S-Team meetings as well as consults with parents, administrators, school psychologists, and other professionals

6. Works with assigned educational assistants in classroom and provides direction/support/guidance

7. Implements individualized academic intervention in skill deficit areas, adaptive skills, communication, social skills, behavior intervention and pre-vocational skills

8. Completes Reevaluation Summary Report, observations of students, and other forms for school psychologists to review

9. Works collaboratively with Behavior Interventionists and teachers and follows recommendations in the Behavior Intervention Plan for SWDs’ behavior

10. Assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the classroom

11. Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other materials, considering factors such as individual needs, abilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of the students

12. Attends required Professional Development trainings

13. Establishes student behavior and expects students to maintain standards of classroom behavior

14. Keeps classroom work environment organized and order/manage materials and supplies

15. Knows and follows all safety rules and procedures

16. Prepares for assigned classes and shows evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor

17. Maintains order in classroom and schoolyard

18. Reports to the principal when one knows or reasonably suspects that a student’s health or welfare has been or appears to have been harmed as a result of abuse or neglect

19. Represents the schools and the community in a positive manner

20. Performs other work-related duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary school, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing and/or balancing

3. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling

4. Reaching, handling

5. Talking

6. Hearing

7. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to deal with students

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty. 

1. Intelligence:  The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal:  Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical:  Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Manual Dexterity:  Ability to move hands easily and manipulate small objects with the fingers

5. Color Discrimination:  Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working conditions

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

TITLE     EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT/PARAPROFESSIONAL

               RAIDER READY TRAUMA AND BEHAVIOR PROGRAM

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Associate Degree or passing score on paraprofessional test
2. Ability to communicate effectively with students and school personnel
3. Ability to maintain a cooperative, harmonious relationship within the school setting which fosters recognition and respect for every individual

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

JOB GOAL

Assists with the implementation of strategies to meet the needs of students within the Trauma and Behavior Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Requires regular, reliable, and punctual in-person attendance at the assigned work location

2. Assists with student instruction to meet the goals/objectives of established plans

3. Provides support for the Trauma and Behavior (TAB) teacher and others assisting with the program

4. Attends to the personal needs and other tasks and activities of students as assigned by the supervising TAB teacher

5. Maintains student confidentiality, as mandated by both State and Federal law, at all times

6. Refers all inquiries or concerns from parents, teachers or other staff members regarding student(s) to the school administrator or supervising teacher

7. Assists with student management

8. Under the supervision of the TAB teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher

9. Assists student(s) in math, reading, and other curricular tasks, as directed by the supervising teacher, guiding and helping, but never assuming the role of the teacher

10. Assists students who participate in general education classes for all or any portion of the day, as directed by the supervising teacher

11. Accompanies the student(s) to whom assigned to various points about the school and campus as directed by supervising teacher

12. Operates and cares for equipment and materials used in the classroom for instructional purposes

13. Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, play periods, field trips, and other school-related activities

14. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher or appropriate administrator

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary school, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing and/or balancing

3. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling

4. Reaching, handling

5. Talking

6. Hearing

7. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to deal with students

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty. 

1. Intelligence:  Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal:  Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical:  Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Manual Dexterity:  Ability to move hands easily and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly and accurately

5. Form Perception:  Ability to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures 

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working conditions

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Meets the Federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) qualifications including an associate’s degree or 48 hours of college credit or have passed the ParaProfessional Praxis test
2. Meets the health and physical qualifications

REPORTS TO

Principal

JOB GOAL

To provide assistance to teachers and help students become proficient in reading and/or mathematics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides small group and/or individual instruction in reading and/or mathematics in grades K-8

2. Writes lesson plans for small group reading instruction

3. Delivers lesson plans according to specified techniques

4. Administers screening and survey-level assessments under the guidance of the Response to Intervention Facilitator

5. Administers running records under the guidance of the Instructional Facilitator

6. Keeps accurate records of student work, attendance, and intervention

7. Works with Response to Intervention Facilitator to monitor student progress

8. Manages the behavior of a small group of students

9. Uses personal computers and/or tablets and software applications for determining and monitoring student progress

10. Attends training as needed

11. Performs other work-related duties as assigned by the Principal 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs., or more.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing

3. Stooping, kneeling and/or crawling

4. Reaching

5. Talking

6. Hearing

7. Seeing

VOCATIONAL PREPARATION

The required vocation preparation may come from any of the following:

1. Vocational education

2. Apprentice training

3. On-the-job training

4. Essential experience in other jobs

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to dealing with students

3. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of works and the ideas associated with them

3. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities of differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color

4. Form Perception: Ability to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shading of figures

5. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of the principal so assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s degree in Special Education preferred 
2. Previous experience in a school setting
3. Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification preferred (BCBA, as certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board)
4. Appropriate teacher certification for the State of Tennessee
5. Ability to communicate effectively with students, school personnel and parents
6. Ability to maintain a cooperative, harmonious relationship within the school setting which fosters recognition and respect for every individual

REPORTS TO

Director of Student Services

JOB GOAL

To support school administrators, classroom teachers, and parents with behavior interventions for students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Requires regular, reliable, and punctual in-person attendance at the assigned work location

2. Observes upon referral from counselors, principals, and other school personnel students in the classroom setting demonstrating inappropriate behaviors

3. Consults with classroom teachers and other school administrators and support personnel about effective behavioral prevention strategies to decrease frequency of disruptive behaviors

4. Conducts professional development sessions for teachers and parent groups on developmentally appropriate behavioral prevention and intervention strategies

5. Attends IEP, eligibility, and case management meetings as appropriate

6. Collaborates with mental health personnel in referring students with more severe emotional/behavioral issues

7. Provides techniques for teachers and other school personnel in de-escalating student conflicts

8. Provides consultative services for teachers in developing psychologically comfortable learning environments

9. Performs functional behavior assessments, writes behavior intervention plans, and uses other assessment instruments as needed

10. Consults with the Supervisor of Special Populations as requested to meet student needs

11. Recommends a variety resources for students and families needing assistance

12. Facilitates a smoother transition for identified at-risk students going from elementary to middle school and from middle school to high school by working with counselors, principals, and teachers

13. Completes reports and paperwork within established timeframes

14. Models behavioral management techniques for teachers

15. Serves as part of the Raider Ready team

16. Performs other related duties assigned by the Director of Student Services, Supervisor of Special Populations, or the Director of Schools

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary school, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing and/or balancing

3. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling

4. Reaching, handling

5. Talking

6. Hearing

7. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to deal with students

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty. 

1. Intelligence:  Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal:  Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical:  Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Manual Dexterity:  Ability to move hands easily and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly and accurately

5. Form Perception:  Ability to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures 

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working conditions

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Demonstrated ability to speak, understand, read and write fluently in both English and Spanish
3. Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
4. Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills
5. 10 Month position on the Educational Assistant salary scale

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

JOB GOAL

To interpret and translate for school staff in order to ensure Spanish-speaking families effectively receive school information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Translates written documents from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English.

2. Interprets during conferences, IEP meetings, telephone calls, testing, information gathering from other school districts, emergency situations, etc.

3. Assists multilingual students and their families with the school enrollment process.

4. Serves as liaison between the school district and multicultural groups and organizations in the community..

5. Assists the school in developing a rapport with multilingual families.  

6. Performs other duties as assigned by the School Principal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands may be required:

1. Talking

2. Hearing

3. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

2. Adaptability to accept responsibility of the direction, control or planning of an activity

3. Adaptability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instruction

4. Adaptability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence: Ability to “catch on” or understand instructions and underlying principles and ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them

3. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately

4. Data Perceptions: Ability to understand and interpret information which may be presented in the form of graphs, charts, or tables

5. Technology: Ability to efficiently use various forms of technology 

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid teacher’s license with appropriate endorsement;
2. Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills; and
3. Meets health and physical qualifications.

JOB GOAL

To teach one or more subjects to students and lead them toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional and psychological growth and maturation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Supervises activities such as field trips, group discussions, and dramatic play-acting, to stimulate students’ interest in and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment.

2. Fosters cooperative social behavior through games and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adults.

3. Prepares for assigned classes and shows evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.

4. Encourages students to maintain standards of classroom behavior;

5. Observes students to detect signs of ill health or emotional disturbance and to evaluate progress;

6. Discusses students’ problems and progress with parents;

7. Administers diagnostic tests and evaluates students’ progress on a regular basis;

8. Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning;

9. Assists in upholding board policies, school rules, and administrative regulations;

10. Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so;

11. Represents the school and the community in a positive manner;

12. Reports to the principal when one knows or reasonably suspects that a child’s health or welfare has been or appears to have been harmed as a result of abuse or neglect; and 

13. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.  Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

1. Pushing and/or pulling

2. Climbing

3. Stooping and/or kneeling

4. Reaching

5. Talking

6. Hearing

7. Seeing

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits)

1. Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without the loss of efficiency or composure.

2. Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity.

3. Adaptability to dealing with students.

4. Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

1. Intelligence:  The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles.  Ability to reason and make judgments

2. Verbal:  Ability to understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them.

3. Numerical:  Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.

4. Manual Dexterity:  Ability to move the hands easily and manipulate small objects with the fingers.

5. Form Perception:  To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures.

6. Color Discrimination:  Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades of other values of the same color.

WORK CONDITIONS

Normal working environment.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.