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Openings as of 4/13/2025
ESY - Certified

ESY Occupational Therapist - Summer School

JobID: 24751

Position Type:
  ESY - Certified/ESY Occupational Therapist


Date Posted:
  2/5/2025


Location:
  Meridian Middle


Closing Date:
  05/30/2025


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FTE: Hourly ($30.00)
Calendar: Summer School

PURPOSE
To meet the needs of exceptional children by providing services as required by State and Federal guidelines and Special Services manual.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The overall responsibility of the Occupational Therapist is to provide Occupational Therapy (OT) assessments and services that are necessary for the student to benefit from special education, including adapting the environment, modifying the functional tasks, and, if needed, addressing elements of sensory-motor performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Assist educators in identifying students who may benefit from occupational therapy intervention and provide services in accordance with a students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Participate as a member of the educational team, and assist in program development to incorporate OT strategies into the classroom to benefit all students.
• Consult with regular education and special educations staff and parents regarding implementing interventions for an individual student into the educational setting.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
• When requested, participates in multidisciplinary team meeting regarding initial referral of a student, and in the special education referral process
• Conducts an OT assessment that evaluates a student within the educational (natural environment) setting to assess the student’s performance in activities that are curriculum oriented and applicable to functioning in a classroom and in daily life routines necessary at school, and include in the assessment an observation of the student in the educational setting, a review of student records, an interview of appropriate educational staff, and standardized/non-standardized test procedures in areas of suspected disability
• Completes the assessment and provides a written report within mandated timeline
• Reports assessment findings to the IEP Team and helps the IEP team identify the student’s abilities, as well as educational, developmental and functional needs
• Assists the IEP Team in developing educationally related goals/objectives and/or student outcomes to be included in the IEP
• Develops an OT intervention plan that supports the student’s goals and objectives and/or student outcomes as written by the IEP Team
• Implements the intervention plan which may include: assisting teachers in adapting or modifying the student’s classroom environment, materials, and curricula; providing strategies and activities for classroom, group, or home; providing pullout services when inclusive strategies are insufficient to meet the student’s needs
• Monitors student goals and documents student progress, maintains records as required in the special education process identified in federal, state, and school district regulations and procedures
• Consults with general and/or special educational personnel and shares OT activities and strategies which can be incorporated into the educational setting
• Provides inservice training to the educational staff, organizes workshops for parents and makes presentations to administrators
• Participates in the assessment of school facilities and educational activities and makes recommendations to ensure accessibility and reasonable accommodations to school environments for individuals with disabilities as mandated by federal and state laws
• Participates in Occupational Therapy collaboration team meetings and school teams as identified
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to:
• Use hands for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine hand manipulations.  The work at times requires bending, kneeling, squatting, or crawling on the floor and the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment or objects up to 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to lift and position students weighing 50 pounds or less in wheelchairs, or on/off other equipment. 
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be licensed by the Idaho Board of Occupational Therapy to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Idaho, and maintain a current license.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and on the telephone;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents; 
• Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment and a personal computer;
• Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation.  Must be able to lift and position students, up to 50 pounds, in wheelchairs, or on/off other equipment.  The work, at times, requires bending, kneeling, squatting, or crawling on the floor, and the ability to lift, carry, push or pull equipment/objects up to 50 pounds.
• Sufficient ability to travel to various school sites/locations, providing own transportation, and must have a valid Idaho Driver’s License.
EVALUATION
Yearly by supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
To be determined by calendar year.
Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
• As per Idaho Code 65-5-1/65-503: "Eligible veterans are provided advantages in public employment in Idaho…"





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Openings as of 4/13/2025
ESY - Certified

ESY Physical Therapist - Summer School

JobID: 24750

Position Type:
  ESY - Certified/ESY Physical Therapist


Date Posted:
  2/5/2025


Location:
  Meridian Middle


Closing Date:
  05/30/2025


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Hours: as needed
Salary:  $30.00 Hourly
Calendar:  as needed

PURPOSE
To meet the needs of exceptional children by providing services as required by State and Federal guidelines and Special Services manual.
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The overall responsibility of the Physical Therapist is to provide Physical Therapy (PT) assessments and therapeutic interventions that are necessary for the student to benefit from special education, including compensation, remediation and prevention strategies and adaptations, focusing on functional mobility and safe, efficient access and participation in educational activities and routines in natural learning environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Assist educators in identifying students who may require physical therapy intervention and provide services in accordance with a students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Participate as a member of the educational team and assist in program development to incorporate PT strategies into the classroom to benefit all students.
• Consult with regular education and special education staff regarding implementing interventions for an individual student into the educational setting.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
• When requested, participates in multidisciplinary team meeting regarding initial referral of a student, and in the special education referral process
• Conduct PT assessments that evaluate a student within the educational (natural environment) setting to assess the student’s performance in activities that are applicable to functioning in a classroom and in daily life routines necessary at school, as directed by district policy and procedures. Assessment may include an observation of the student in the educational setting, a review of student records, an interview of appropriate educational staff, and standardized/non-standardized test procedures.
• Completes the assessment and provides a written report within mandated timeline
• Reports assessment findings to the IEP Team and helps the IEP team identify the student’s abilities, as well as educational, developmental and functional needs
• Assists the IEP Team in developing educationally related goals/objectives and/or student outcomes to be included in the IEP
• Develops and implements the PT intervention plan which may include: assisting teachers in adapting or modifying the student’s classroom environment, materials, and curricula; providing strategies and activities for classroom, group, or home; providing pullout services when inclusive strategies are insufficient to meet the student’s needs
• Monitors student goals and documents student progress, maintains records as required in the special education process identified in federal, state, and school district regulations and procedures
• Consults with general and/or special educational personnel and shares PT activities and strategies which can be incorporated into the educational setting
• When requested, provides inservice training to the educational staff, and/or parents.
• When appropriate, can assist in the assessment of school facilities and educational activities and makes recommendations to ensure accessibility and reasonable accommodations to school environments for individuals with disabilities as mandated by federal and state laws
• Participates in Physical Therapy collaboration team meetings and school teams as identified
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be licensed by the Idaho Board of Occupational Licenses to practice as an Physical Therapist in Idaho and maintain a current license.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and on the telephone;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents; 
• Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment and a personal computer;
• Use hands for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine hand manipulations.  The work at times requires bending, kneeling, squatting, or crawling on the floor and the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment or objects up to 50 pounds.  Must be able to lift and position students weighing 50 pounds or less in wheelchairs, or on/off other equipment. 
• Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Sufficient ability to travel to various school sites/locations, providing own transportation, and must have a valid Idaho Driver’s License.
 
EVALUATION
Yearly by supervisor
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
To be determined by calendar year.
Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
 
• As per Idaho Code 65-5-1/65-503: "Eligible veterans are provided advantages in public employment in Idaho…"





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Openings as of 4/13/2025
ESY - Certified

ESY Speech Language Pathologist - Summer School

JobID: 24752

Position Type:
  ESY - Certified/ESY Speech Language Pathologist


Date Posted:
  2/5/2025


Location:
  Meridian Middle


Closing Date:
  05/30/2025


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FTE: Hourly ($30.00)
Calendar: Summer School

PURPOSE
Speech/Language Pathologists (SLP) provide a wide range of services, mainly on an individual basis, but also as support for individuals, families, support groups, and providing information for the general public. Speech/Language services begin with initial screening for communication skills and continue with assessment and diagnosis, consultation for the provision of advice regarding management, intervention and treatment, and provision services for students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary function of an employee in this class is to provide speech/language therapy to assigned students.  The primary duties of the position are performed in the therapy or classroom environment.  The SLP maintains records, conducts speech, language and hearing screenings.  The SLP makes recommendations and delivers services to meet the needs of the students in the area of speech/language services.  The SLP develops, with a team, individual education programs (IEP) for students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Organizes a program that addresses individual student’s speech/language goals
• Works with school personnel to accomplish the speech/language goals and objectives
• Coordinates speech/language services with student services provided by other school personnel
• Maintains records of the speech-language program and prepares periodic reports as required
• Adheres to established district policies, code of ethics, and state and Federal laws
• Helps with a team to develop an IEP for student
• Plans therapy for individual students and groups of students
• Keeps updated records of each students sessions and progress
• Provides updated information to Parents and teachers on students’ progress and needs
• Adjusts intervention strategies based upon student performance
• Promotes effective interpersonal relations with students, staff and parents
• Provide consultation to parents, teachers and other appropriate school personnel
• Consults/communicates with non-school agencies to enhance services
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
•  Knowledge of:
• Speech and language, diagnostic, therapy, and evaluation methods, techniques, and objectives;
• Speech and language development, disabilities, and disorders;
• Oral anatomy and motor development;
• Basic educational procedures and objectives, including classroom instruction and presentation, preparation of teaching materials and aids, behavior management and modification, district testing and grading, and student-teacher relations and interactions;
• Operation of specialized therapy equipment;
• Follow written and oral instructions and observe District policies and procedures;
• Apply speech and language therapy methods effectively, following established protocols;
• Prepare therapy, instructional, and related materials;
• Perform screening, and ongoing assessment duties, following established protocols;
• Prepare and maintain files, records, logs, and therapy documentation;
• Maintain student, school, and parental confidentiality;
• Participate in Multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) to coordinate and prepare Individual Education programs for students;
• Operate equipment, standard office equipment, and a personal computer using programs appropriate to assigned duties;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, teachers and staff members, and other District personnel;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrate integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
Ability to:
• Follow written and oral instructions and observe District policies and procedures;
• Interpret and modify classroom and therapy instructions, materials, and presentations to the appropriate learning level of the assigned student;
• Prepare and maintain required records, files, reports, logs, statistics, and documentation;
• Perform time management and scheduling functions, meet deadlines, and set task priorities;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers and staff members, and other District personnel;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Maintain student, school, and parental confidentiality;
• Demonstrate integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in speech/language pathology
• Must have pupil personnel certificate with proper endorsement
• School experience preferred
• Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) or CFY Eligible from AHSA preferred
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal conversation and to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work and assessments, prepare and review documents, and organize documents and materials;
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipment;
• Sufficient personal mobility, agility, strength, and reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to bend, stoop, kneel, stand, or sit for long periods of time, lift a minimum of 25 pounds, and physically interact with and control students, including applying prescribed restraint techniques, in a special education classroom environment;
• Job tasks require, with or without reasonable accommodation, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping;
• Must have a valid Idaho Driver’s License and a vehicle to drive and/or must provide own transportation for job related activities.
EVALUATION
Yearly by supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
To be determined by calendar year.
Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
• If you are chosen for this position your employment with the District would be "at will". Employment at Will means that the employee or the District may terminate the employment relationship with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time.
• As per Idaho Code 65-5-1/65-503: "Eligible veterans are provided advantages in public employment in Idaho…"





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Openings as of 4/13/2025
ESY - Certified

Teacher - Summer School - Substitute

JobID: 24749

Position Type:
  ESY - Certified/ESY Teacher


Date Posted:
  2/5/2025


Location:
  Meridian Middle


Closing Date:
  05/30/2025


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FTE: Hourly
Salary: $18.00

PURPOSE
To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, social, and psychological growth and maturation.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The overall responsibility of this position has several components: plans and implements an instructional program that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students, consistent with the District's approved curriculum and teaching methodology; guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects by establishing and maintaining classroom lesson plans as well as substitute lesson plans. This includes the instruction of students through lecture, demonstration, discussions, projects, practical activities, experiments, assignments, excursions, taking into account the differences in individual students; adaptation of teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests; and remaining current with researched based teaching methodology and implementing such where appropriate in the classroom setting. The teacher is responsible for creating a purposeful learning environment that is appropriate to the maturity and interest of students; organization of classroom materials such as handouts, audio-visuals and computer related lessons; organization of desks, bulletin boards, and student work areas; and for setting positive examples for students and colleagues.

The teacher assesses the accomplishments of students on a formal and informal basis and provides progress reports as required; assigns related homework assignments; develops and administers formal testing and informal testing to ascertain student progress; grades homework and informal and formal testing of student progress; and administers individual and group standardized testing activities as required by the District and State of Idaho. To aid in the evaluation of student needs, the teacher serves as a member of the Building Study Team in diagnosing specific learning needs of students and prescribing special programming, identifying the educational, social and developmental needs of students, participating in Special Education or related team meetings as requested.

Through communication and collaboration with colleagues, students and parent/guardians on a regular basis, the teacher actively listens in order to address needs of students, is patient in dealing with students with differing abilities, cultures, etc., and participates in parent-teacher conferences, making oneself available to communicate with parents/guardians regarding student related issues. In supervising students, the teacher assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy; establishes rules for classroom discipline; observes student conduct and maintains classroom order and discipline; addresses observed inappropriate student conduct both within the classroom and in other school settings; and will confer with parents, guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. In addition, this position plans and supervises teacher aides and volunteers as assigned.

The maintenance of accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation includes student attendance records, progress records, and records of classroom materials, supplies and textbooks. The teacher takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities and is responsible for the knowledge of school evacuation procedures and lock-down procedures and the ability to implement those procedures independently in emergency situations. This position reports to the principal, may supervise assigned classroom aides and volunteers, and performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with others: contributes to the development of a positive school climate;
• Accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned;
• Abide by the Code of Ethics for the Teaching Profession as established by the Idaho State Board of Education, the Board Policies and procedures of the District and the terms and provisions of the Standard Teachers' Contract;
• Compliance with the requirements of Idaho Code with regard to teacher conduct, including but not limited to the manner in which suspected instances of child abuse or suspected student suicidal tendencies are addressed;
• Adhere to confidentiality with regard to student information;
• Attend faculty meeting and conferences as directed by the Building Principal and participation in in-services activities and other professional growth opportunities;
• Establish and maintain good working habits including punctuality;
• Implement the beliefs, mission statement, objectives and parameters of the District's strategic plan.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have proper certification, as required by the State of Idaho, for position to which the teacher is assigned;
• Must be capable of accomplishing identified Performance Responsibilities;
• Must be able to communicate proficiently in English including both verbal and written communication with adults and students;
• The ability to read and understand work related materials;
• The ability to speak and communicate clearly in lessons to students as well as communications with peers, supervisors, patrons, and parents/guardians;
• Must be able to accomplish simple mathematical concepts including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division;
• The ability to observe and monitor student activities and conduct throughout the instructional day.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal conversation and to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work and assessments, prepare and review documents, and organize documents and materials;
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipment;
• Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and balance, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office environment, lifting or moving objects that weigh up to 25 lbs.;
• Job tasks require, with or without reasonable accommodation, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, and grasping;
• Must have a valid Idaho Driver's license and a vehicle to drive and/or must provide own transportation for job related activities.

EVALUATION
Yearly by supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
To be determined by calendar year.
 
• As per Idaho Code 65-5-1/65-503: "Eligible veterans are provided advantages in public employment in Idaho…"





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Openings as of 4/13/2025
ESY - Certified

ESY - Teacher Elementary- Special Education

JobID: 24756

Position Type:
  ESY - Certified/ESY Teacher


Date Posted:
  2/5/2025


Location:
  Meridian Middle


Closing Date:
  05/30/2025


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FTE: Hourly ($25.00)
Calendar: Summer School

PURPOSE
To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, social, and psychological growth and maturation.
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The overall responsibility of this position has several components: plans and implements an instructional program that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students, consistent with the District's approved curriculum and teaching methodology; guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects by establishing and maintaining classroom lesson plans as well as substitute lesson plans.  This includes the instruction of students through lecture, demonstration, discussions, projects, practical activities, experiments, assignments, excursions, taking into account the differences in individual students; adaptation of  teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests; and remaining current with researched based teaching methodology and implementing such where appropriate in the classroom setting. The teacher is responsible for creating a purposeful learning environment that is appropriate to the maturity and interest of students; organization of classroom materials such as handouts, audio-visuals and computer related lessons; organization of desks, bulletin boards, and student work areas; setting positive examples for students and colleagues. 
 
The teacher assesses the accomplishments of students on a formal and informal basis and provides progress reports as required; assigns related homework; develops and administers formal and informal testing to ascertain student progress; grades homework and informal and formal testing of student progress; and administers individual and group standardized testing activities as required by the District and State of Idaho.  To aid in the evaluation of student needs, the teacher serves as a member of the Building Study Team in diagnosing specific learning needs of students and prescribing special programming, identifying the educational, social and developmental needs of students, and participating in Special Education or related team meetings as requested.
 
Through communication and collaboration with colleagues, students and parent/guardians on a regular basis, the teacher actively listens in order to address needs of students, is patient in dealing with students with differing abilities, cultures, etc., and participates in parent-teacher conferences, making oneself available to communicate with parents/guardians regarding student related issues.  In supervising students, the teacher assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy; establishes rules for classroom discipline; observes student conduct and maintains classroom order and discipline; addresses observed inappropriate student conduct both within the classroom and in other school settings; and will confer with parents, guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.  In addition, this position plans and supervises teacher aides and volunteers as assigned.
 
The maintenance of accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation includes student attendance records, progress records, and records of classroom materials, supplies and textbooks.  The teacher takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities and is responsible for the knowledge of school evacuation procedures and lock-down procedures and the ability to implement those procedures independently in emergency situations.  This position reports to the principal, may supervise assigned classroom aides and volunteers, and performs other duties as assigned.
 
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others: contribute to the development of a positive school climate;
• Accept a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned;
• Abide by the Code of Ethics for the Teaching Profession as established by the Idaho State Board of Education, the Board Policies and procedures of the District and the terms and provisions of the Standard Teachers' Contract;
• Comply with the requirements of Idaho Code with regard to teacher conduct, including but not limited to the manner in which suspected instances of child abuse or suspected student suicidal tendencies are addressed;
• Adhere to confidentiality with regard to student information;
• Attend faculty meeting and conferences as directed by the Building Principal and participation in in-services activities and other professional growth opportunities;
• Establish and maintain good working habits including punctuality;
• Implement the beliefs, mission statement, objectives and parameters of the District's strategic plan.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
• Proper certification, as required by the State of Idaho, for position to which the teacher is assigned;
• Approval as a finalist through the district's screening process;
• Capable of accomplishing identified Performance Responsibilities;
• Must be able to communicate proficiently in English including both verbal and written communication with adults and students;
• Ability to read and understand work related materials;
• Ability to speak and communicate clearly in lessons to students as well as communications with peers, supervisors, patrons, and parents/guardians;
• Able to accomplish simple mathematical concepts including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division;
• Ability to observe and monitor student activities and conduct throughout the instructional day.
 
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal conversation and to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work and assessments, prepare and review documents, and organize documents and materials;
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipment;
• Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and balance, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office environment, lifting or moving objects that weigh up to 25 lbs.;
• Job tasks require, with or without reasonable accommodation, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, and grasping;
• Must have a valid Idaho Driver's license and a vehicle to drive and/or must provide own transportation for job related activities.

EVALUATION
Yearly by supervisor
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
To be determined by calendar year.
Regular attendance is an essential function of this job
• As per Idaho Code 65-5-1/65-503: "Eligible veterans are provided advantages in public employment in Idaho…"





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Openings as of 4/13/2025
ESY - Certified

ESY Teacher - Secondary - Summer School

JobID: 24754

Position Type:
  ESY - Certified/ESY Teacher - High School


Date Posted:
  2/5/2025


Location:
  Meridian Middle


Closing Date:
  05/30/2025


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FTE: Hourly
Salary: $25.00

PURPOSE
To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, social, and psychological growth and maturation.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The overall responsibility of this position has several components: plans and implements an instructional program that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students, consistent with the District's approved curriculum and teaching methodology; guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects by establishing and maintaining classroom lesson plans as well as substitute lesson plans. This includes the instruction of students through lecture, demonstration, discussions, projects, practical activities, experiments, assignments, excursions, taking into account the differences in individual students; adaptation of teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests; and remaining current with researched based teaching methodology and implementing such where appropriate in the classroom setting. The teacher is responsible for creating a purposeful learning environment that is appropriate to the maturity and interest of students; organization of classroom materials such as handouts, audio-visuals and computer related lessons; organization of desks, bulletin boards, and student work areas; and for setting positive examples for students and colleagues.

The teacher assesses the accomplishments of students on a formal and informal basis and provides progress reports as required; assigns related homework assignments; develops and administers formal testing and informal testing to ascertain student progress; grades homework and informal and formal testing of student progress; and administers individual and group standardized testing activities as required by the District and State of Idaho. To aid in the evaluation of student needs, the teacher serves as a member of the Building Study Team in diagnosing specific learning needs of students and prescribing special programming, identifying the educational, social and developmental needs of students, participating in Special Education or related team meetings as requested.

Through communication and collaboration with colleagues, students and parent/guardians on a regular basis, the teacher actively listens in order to address needs of students, is patient in dealing with students with differing abilities, cultures, etc., and participates in parent-teacher conferences, making oneself available to communicate with parents/guardians regarding student related issues. In supervising students, the teacher assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy; establishes rules for classroom discipline; observes student conduct and maintains classroom order and discipline; addresses observed inappropriate student conduct both within the classroom and in other school settings; and will confer with parents, guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. In addition, this position plans and supervises teacher aides and volunteers as assigned.

The maintenance of accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation includes student attendance records, progress records, and records of classroom materials, supplies and textbooks. The teacher takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities and is responsible for the knowledge of school evacuation procedures and lock-down procedures and the ability to implement those procedures independently in emergency situations. This position reports to the principal, may supervise assigned classroom aides and volunteers, and performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with others: contributes to the development of a positive school climate;
• Accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned;
• Abide by the Code of Ethics for the Teaching Profession as established by the Idaho State Board of Education, the Board Policies and procedures of the District and the terms and provisions of the Standard Teachers' Contract;
• Compliance with the requirements of Idaho Code with regard to teacher conduct, including but not limited to the manner in which suspected instances of child abuse or suspected student suicidal tendencies are addressed;
• Adhere to confidentiality with regard to student information;
• Attend faculty meeting and conferences as directed by the Building Principal and participation in in-services activities and other professional growth opportunities;
• Establish and maintain good working habits including punctuality;
• Implement the beliefs, mission statement, objectives and parameters of the District's strategic plan.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have proper certification, as required by the State of Idaho, for position to which the teacher is assigned;
• Must be capable of accomplishing identified Performance Responsibilities;
• Must be able to communicate proficiently in English including both verbal and written communication with adults and students;
• The ability to read and understand work related materials;
• The ability to speak and communicate clearly in lessons to students as well as communications with peers, supervisors, patrons, and parents/guardians;
• Must be able to accomplish simple mathematical concepts including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division;
• The ability to observe and monitor student activities and conduct throughout the instructional day.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal conversation and to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work and assessments, prepare and review documents, and organize documents and materials;
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipment;
• Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and balance, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office environment, lifting or moving objects that weigh up to 25 lbs.;
• Job tasks require, with or without reasonable accommodation, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, and grasping;
• Must have a valid Idaho Driver's license and a vehicle to drive and/or must provide own transportation for job related activities.

EVALUATION
Yearly by supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
To be determined by calendar year.
 
• As per Idaho Code 65-5-1/65-503: "Eligible veterans are provided advantages in public employment in Idaho…"





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