Frontline Applicant Tracking - Apache Junction Unified School District

Openings as of 3/30/2025
Certified Non-Teaching

School Counselor

JobID: 1914

Position Type:
  Certified Non-Teaching/School Counselor


Date Posted:
  2/12/2025


Location:
  Apache Junction High School


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Job Title:	School Counselor
Location:	Apache Junction High School
Work Calendar:	196 days (July 19, 2023-May 24, 2024)
Reports to:	Principal
Salary Range:	$45,785 to $79,317 *
*	Salary based on education and experience

Job Goal: By utilizing leadership, advocacy and collaboration, school counselors promote student success, provide preventative services and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that address academic, career and personal/social development for students.
 
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s Degree
• AZ Department of Education Counselor Certificate
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Preferred 3 years of experience


 Core Job Functions:
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes information about students through records, tests, interviews, and professional sources, to appraise their interests, aptitudes, abilities, and personality characteristics for educational and vocational planning
• Be knowledgeable of scholarships and their affiliated application processes
• Track academic progress toward graduation; counsel those at risk; seek admission to credit recovery programs when appropriate
• Coordinate graduation ceremony and associated activities
• Investigate, determine and assign consequences for conduct referrals, incident reports, and other inappropriate behavior by determining frequency, severity and policy. Contacts parents regarding questions and concerns
• Provide and support prevention programs including violence prevention, conflict resolution, anti-bullying strategies, peer mediation, and character education
• Work with staff to monitor student progress
• Counsel individuals, groups, parents, staff and community regarding concerns about family, friends, school and grades including determine how to problems solve
• Collaborate with and provide referrals to community agencies on behalf of students and families
• Provides crisis intervention as necessary
• As assigned, develop proactive programs to address prevention and behavioral issues
• Serves as a liaison between school and home for children with needs
• Performs staff development and parent education and training as necessary
• Maintain records of counseling
• Implements developmentally appropriate prevention-oriented group activities to meet students’ needs and school goals
• Incorporate into programs the life skills that students need to be successful in the twenty-first century
• Assist all students, individually or in groups, with the developing academic and personal/social skills, goals and plans
• Accurately and appropriately interprets and utilizes student data
• Collaborate with parents/guardians and educators to assist students with education and life planning
• Provide counseling to students with identified concerns and needs
• Implement an effective referral and follow up process as needed
• Accurately and appropriately use assessment procedures for determining and structuring counseling services
• Provide appropriate information to school personnel related to the comprehensive school counseling program
• Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills and support training
• Member of RTI process on campus
• Develop and coordinate 504 plans
• Use available technology resources to enhance the school counseling program
• Adhere to laws, policies, procedures and ethical standards of the school counseling profession
• Collect and analyze date to guide program direction and emphasis
• Measure results of the comprehensive school counseling program activities and share results as appropriate with relevant stakeholders
• Monitor student academic performance, behavior and attendance and facilitate appropriate interventions
• Crisis team trained and available to assist when needed
• Coordinate State Testing at the site level along with administrators as needed
• Assist with discipline as needed
• Attend school activities
• Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the District or school site

Core Values/Professional Qualities:
• Function effectively as a team member
•  Be responsible, reliable and punctual
•  Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accepting direction
• Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff and parents
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need to know basis
• Be a positive role model for students
• Adhere to District and school rules and procedures

Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including sexual preference/identity) or disability in its employment practices.
 




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Openings as of 3/30/2025
Certified Non-Teaching

Anticipated Behavior Interventionist for 2025-26 SY

JobID: 2045

Position Type:
  Certified Non-Teaching/Specialist


Date Posted:
  3/6/2025


Location:
  To Be Determined


Date Available:
  07/07/2025


Closing Date:
  03/28/2025


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Apache Junction Unified School District
Job Description
 
Job Title: Anticipated Behavior Interventionist for 2025-26 SY
Site: TBD
Reports To: Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt - Term Employee
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared Date: March 2025
Position Status: Full Time Position - 202 / 204 Days per Year
Salary:  Starting from $47,167 (Depending upon educational level and years of experience.)

SUMMARY 
Provides ongoing professional development support to instructional staff in the implementation of the academic standards and behavior supports.  Monitors the outcomes of professional development training to identify future needs.  Interprets a variety of data from assessments and observations in order to identify ways to improve student achievement and behavior. Guides teachers through a process of reflection and continuous improvement.  

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university, an appropriate and current Arizona Teaching Certificate, and a valid Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance card.  Preferred Education and/or Certification: M.A. with emphasis in behavior, psychology, special education or related fields.M. A. with emphasis in educational administration or related fields.  Supervisor or Educational Leadership certificate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following as well as other duties that may be assigned.

Leads the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) on a school campus.

Supports teachers in the implementation of academic standards as well as behavior interventions.  Provides support in assessing effectiveness of implementation and assist with interpretation of data to make instructional and behavioral decisions.

Observes classroom practices and gives immediate feedback to refine instructional/behavior approaches.

Supports job-embedded, ongoing professional development of teachers, administrators, and other instructional staff.  

Connects classroom teachers to needed resources and supplemental materials.

Conducts ongoing assessment of professional development needs based on classroom observations and student achievement results; both academically and behaviorally.

Models desired “best practices” within teachers’ classrooms. 

Provides support to parent education and other home/school connection initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS  
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS 
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret educational periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of parents, teachers, children, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY 
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
 
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity/expression), or disability in its employment practices.

 




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Openings as of 3/30/2025
Certified Non-Teaching

Instructional Coach: Math

JobID: 1487

Position Type:
  Certified Non-Teaching/Specialist


Date Posted:
  3/5/2025


Location:
  District Office


Date Available:
  07/07/2025


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Apache Junction Unified School District
Job Description
Classification: 202/204 day Full-time, Exempt
Job Title:  Instructional Coach: Math Specialist - Elementary
Location:   District Office
Reports To:  Director of Educational Services
Salary Range:  $46,700 + (based on education and experience)

Job Goal
Provide ongoing support to teachers with evidence-based methods, instructional strategies and materials to increase teacher proficiency and student achievement.
 
Essential Duties and Functions
• Support teachers through observation and coaching for implementation and facilitation of instruction through:
  • Demonstration lessons with pre and post discussions and analysis
  • Observing classroom practices and gives immediate feedback to refine instructional approaches.
  • Professional Learning Community meetings
• Provide ongoing support and mentoring for new teachers
• Provide ongoing support to teachers during curriculum adoptions
• Identify and monitor key performance indicators for instructional programming and recommend adjustments based on outcomes
• Support a professional development program in conjunction with the Human Resources Department which supports world class instructional practices in every classroom  
• Effectively plan and deliver staff development as well as attend staff development to stay immersed in scientifically-researched best practice
• Utilize current technology/computer skills; continuously updates knowledge and skills of leading edge instructional and communication technologies
• Establish positive relationships and collaborate through open lines of communication with staff and colleagues
• Assist teachers in aligning their teaching with appropriate standards, curriculum and assessment for elementary level instruction
• Advocate for the well being of all students by demonstrating practices that build social emotional wellness
• Skilled at working with others in a professional learning environment, including mentoring and coaching teachers and modeling effective teaching practices
• If position is grant-funded, perform such other duties and responsibilities to align with program specifics.
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
 
Essential Supervisory Duties
• Provides leadership to the district by: creating a culture of excellence, supporting and supervising a team, managing complex projects, delegating tasks, and training others as needed
 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Professional Core Competencies
• Demonstrates knowledge of current research in educational curriculum, instruction, assessment, and evaluation
• Demonstrates the knowledge of students with disabilities and associated legal requirements
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates the ability and desire to provide outstanding customer service
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively use technology as a tool for planning and implementing instructional strategies
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under time constraints
• Must be organized with the ability to multitask
• Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated
• Must have excellent memory and ability to function well under stress
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and/or assistance
• Function effectively as a team leader and team member
• Be a willing learner that models flexibility and adapts to change
• Positively accepts direction and feedback
• Establishes and maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships
• Directs constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercises positive problem solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive student and staff information
• Acts as a positive role model for students, staff, and community
• Adheres to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Works with a large cross section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner
 
Minimum Qualifications
• Must have a valid Arizona teaching Certificate that meets the Arizona Department of Education certification requirements, including having a valid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Minimum of five years teaching experience
• Skilled at working with others in a professional learning environment, including mentoring and coaching teachers and modeling effective teaching practices
• Self-starter with strong organization and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Experience working with English Language Learners, students with disabilities, and / or other special populations
 Preferred Qualifications
• Masters degree or BA+, with Math approved area
• Active in school leadership/committees
• Previous coaching or mentoring experience
• Experience in the development of and delivery of staff development
• Various elementary grade level experience
Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable
 
Physical Requirements — District Office
Positions in this classification typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, sitting, finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), focusing ability, or other factors applicable to this job. Employees may be subject to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises. Duties may require employee to drive a vehicle, be exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme heat or cold, wind and rain. Employees may be required to lift or exert up to 30 pounds of force to move objects occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force to move objects frequently. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
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.

This job description is intended to be representative of the work performed by employees in this position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities as defined by the supervisor.
  
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation) or disability in its employment practices.
 




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