Openings as of 4/6/2025
Immediate Supervisor: Principal, Director of Special Education Terms of Employment: 187 days. Salary and benefits determined by the Griffith Public Schools Collective Bargaining Agreement FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary: The primary function of a teacher is to provide an engaging, quality educational experience for the students. The Teacher of Record must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for certified staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties, and additional duties may be assigned.
LRE Elementary Teacher Mild Interventions Immediate Supervisor: Principal, Director of Special Education Terms of Employment: 187 days. Salary and benefits determined by the Griffith Public Schools Collective Bargaining Agreement FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary: The primary function of a teacher is to provide an engaging, quality educational experience for the students. The Teacher of Record must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for certified staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties, and additional duties may be assigned.
Position Purpose
- Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
- Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
- State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education:
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Prefer Masters Degree in Special Education.
Experience:
- Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Occupational Therapist
Immediate Supervisor: Building Principals, Director of Special Education Terms of Employment: Salary and benefits determined by experience FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary: The full-time Occupational Therapist leads the process in development, implementation, and coordination of the occupational therapy program. Screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, therapeutic intervention, and exit planning are provided for students identified with or suspected of having disabilities that interfere with their ability to perform daily life activities or participate in necessary or desired occupations. The OT must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for certified staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties, and additional duties may be assigned.
Occupational Therapist Immediate Supervisor: Building Principals, Director of Special Education Terms of Employment: Salary and benefits determined by experience FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary: The full-time Occupational Therapist leads the process in development, implementation, and coordination of the occupational therapy program. Screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, therapeutic intervention, and exit planning are provided for students identified with or suspected of having disabilities that interfere with their ability to perform daily life activities or participate in necessary or desired occupations. The OT must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for certified staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties, and additional duties may be assigned.
Immediate Supervisor: Principal, Exceptional Learning Administration Terms of Employment: Part-time - salary is commensurate with experience FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary: The primary function of a part-time paraprofessional is to provide appropriate support to meet student needs. The part-time paraprofessional must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties, and additional duties may be assigned.
Immediate Supervisor: Director fo Special Education, Principal Terms of Employment: 187 days. Salary and benefits determined by the Griffith Public Schools Collective Bargaining Agreement FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary: The primary function of a teacher is to provide an engaging, quality educational experience for the students. The Teacher of Record must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for certified staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties, and additional duties may be assigned.
School District Position Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans.
Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
Maintains a safe and orderly environment.
Maintains established routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned.
Maintains a professional appearance as an example to students.
Remains at school the entire school day, unless otherwise instructed to leave by building principal.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility. Communicates effectively with parents when needed. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and times designated. Completes other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises students.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Substitute License
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret lesson plans, technical procedures, and textbooks. Ability to write general correspondence. Ability, both orally and in writing, to present information effectively and respond appropriately to questions and concerns from individuals, administrators, parents, and students. Ability always to communicate using correct grammar.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and to understand abstract and concrete variables. Ability to use available information and develop realistic long-term and short-term plans for curricular goals.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, and parents through oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of corporation requirements. Ability to implement lessons based on corporation and school objectives and student needs and abilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak, stand, talk, walk, see, hear,(corrected or uncorrected) and, sometimes, to sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to read small print. The employee must frequently bend, reach above the head, as well as forward, and use fine motor skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level will vary depending on the daily activity. It, at times, is very quiet in the classroom but often, as in the cafeteria and/or school assemblies, is moderate to very loud. The employee must often meet deadlines and must report to class and/or duty assignments on time. The work environment includes inside and outside areas. The work environment includes exposure to sunlight; risk of being bitten by animals or insects; exposure to environmental allergens (grass, weeds, pollen, and trees) and occasional exposure to solvents, degreasers, pesticides, and/or herbicides. The employee may be
exposed to CRT’s.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
OVERALL OBJECTIVE AND SUMMARY
Assists and oversees students’ recreational playground activities and conduct on assigned school campus.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Escorts students to and from play areas. Maintains order with students, ensuring proper behavior and safety.
· Oversees students engaged in recreational, sports, and play activities. May instruct students in games and other activities.
· Ensures proper behavior and safe use of playground equipment. Observes and controls behavior of students according to approved procedures. Maintains order among students on the school grounds during breaks, breakfast/lunch periods and in the cafeteria.
· Assists students in developing and observing acceptable rules of conduct.
· Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position. QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
· Student behavior and the techniques for overseeing students in unstructured settings.
· Interpersonal skills to manage student behavior.
· Basic report writing and record keeping skills.
· Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Ability to:
· Learn District and site policies, procedures, and regulations. With this comes an expectation to follow the employee handbook and maintain confidentiality.
· Enforce school regulations.
· Work independently in carrying out the duties of the position.
· Organize and monitor recreational games and play activities.
· Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students.
· Understand and follow oral and written directions.
· Communicate effectively with students and adults both orally and in writing.
· Take precautions against exposure to health and safety risks.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES This position requires:
· Visual acuity to observe students.
· Sufficient ambulatory ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk continually,
and occasionally pull, push, or lift medium weight objects.
· Auditory ability to carry on conversations and project voice in a noisy outdoor or
large indoor room environment.
· Speaking and hearing to communicate in person or over the phone.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The position requires a High School diploma. Experience working with youths in playrelated settings is desired.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: None required.