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via Mac's List posted_at: 25 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
MISSION & VISION OF FVPS The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools provides essential resources and opportunities for students to reach their full potential, through collaboration and partnership with our community, students, families, and Vancouver Public School (VPS) staff. So that our students enjoy their educational journey and have the resources to fully realize their... aspirations. JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION (JEDI) STATEMENT The MISSION & VISION OF FVPS

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools provides essential resources and opportunities for students to reach their full potential, through collaboration and partnership with our community, students, families, and Vancouver Public School (VPS) staff. So that our students enjoy their educational journey and have the resources to fully realize their... aspirations.

JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION (JEDI) STATEMENT

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools (FVPS) is committed to becoming an Anti-Racist Multicultural Organization in order to eliminate opportunity gaps. We will share our work in equity and inclusion with our transformational partners as well as with educators and advocates throughout our district to create racially just and humanizing educational systems.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Development & Communications will work closely with the Executive Director to create a calendar of activities & strategy which supports the fundraising and communication needs of the Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools. As an organization we are working on reinventing ourselves in how we approach fundraising and so it is vital for the person in this role to come with creativity and innovation. This role will oversee the Communications Coordinator and Development Associate.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Director of Development & Communications will report directly to the Executive Director.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

60-80% working closely with the Executive Director to:
• Design an annual strategy/calendar to meet fundraising, marketing, & communication goals
• Develop & execute our annual fundraising luncheon with the support of FVPS staff & board
• Implement the VPS Staff Campaign and VPS Student Chest Drive
• Work with committees on peer to peer fundraisers like our Annual Couve Clover Run
• Strategize on planned & legacy giving

20-40% working independently to:
• Identify, cultivate & maintain strong donor & partnership relationships
• Work with Board of Directors and Committees to implement additional fundraising activities
• Supervise the Communications Coordinator and Development Associate

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
• 3-5 years of experience in donor development, community outreach, or closely related field; preferably in a non-profit environment, educational setting, or a public service organization.
• Excellent writing and oral communications skills
• Demonstrated success in planning and implementing large community-based fundraising events and marketing campaigns that meet or exceed fundraising targets.
• Strong organizational skills with an attentiveness to detail, as well as consistency and accuracy in follow-thru on projects/deadlines
• Supervisory Experience
• Knowledge of Google applications
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within professional practices

PREFERRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
• Comfortable interacting with a variety of populations
• Ability to work independently, to think critically, to solve problems, and maintain confidentiality
• Familiarity with Clark County; its businesses, organizations and people
• Knowledge & experience using Salesforce

BENEFITS INCLUDE
• Three weeks PTO accrued annually
• 11 paid holidays
• Schedule Flexibility
• 3% employer match simple plan
• Health insurance reimbursement plan

NOTES ABOUT COMPENSATION:

As an organization we are looking for the best person to fill the role of Director of Development. In order for a candidate to receive the high end of our compensation range, they will meet or exceed all the skills and knowledge required for this position. However, we are also open to developing the right person and for these candidates we will offer the position at the lower range, but also present a pathway for how we will invest in this person so that their compensation may increase.

TO APPLY: please send your resume and cover letter to our Executive Director, Jenny Thompson, at jenny.thompson@vansd.org.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE & PROCESS:
• Application Deadline: June 26th, 2024
• First Round Interviews, in person with Executive Director: July 2nd, 2024 from 12:15pm-6pm
• Second Round Interviews, in person with FVPS Team: July 8th, 2024 from 2:30pm-5:30pm
• Anticipated start date, pending background check: August 1st, 2024 (negotiable)

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer encouraging applicants of all backgrounds and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations
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via Adzuna posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Clerk, Discipline 4 hours per day/9 months per year Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt... We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, Clerk, Discipline
4 hours per day/9 months per year
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt...
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
Internal applicants must have current transcripts or documentation to confirm education on file or included with the application.
External applicants must include transcripts or documentation to confirm education with application.
Qualifications:
- Possess a high school degree or comparable equivalent
- Minimum of one (1) year of job related experience which demonstrates ability to work independently, with a minimum of supervision and function in a dynamic, fast-paced, continually changing environment with frequent interruptions, OR
- Documented credits from an accredited university, college, community college, or business school may be used to fulfill or help fulfill the one (1) year of job-related experience. Forty-five (45) quarter credits or thirty (30) semester credits are equivalent to one full year of job-related experience.
- Recency (prior 10 years) and substance of work experience will be considered in determining applicant qualifications
- Experience which demonstrates excellent customer service abilities, interpersonal skills, team player attitude, and the ability to manage situations
- Experience which demonstrates a high level of attention to, and management of, detailed information
- Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- Possess excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly
- Experience which demonstrates excellent written communication skills and have ability to compose and proof correspondence, as needed
- Experience using Microsoft Office/Suite (including Word and Excel)
- Experience using Microsoft Office/Suite (including Access and PowerPoint) preferred
- Possess skill in working with numbers, mathematical computations, and worksheets
- Willingness to learn new technology
- Working knowledge and demonstrated experience in Gmail, Absence Management, Pagemaker or similar desktop publishing programs, and Student Information System through Skyward is preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to interpret written/oral directives and to apply district rules, regulations, procedures, and policies
- Ability to understand, recognize, and protect highly confidential information
- Ability to operate office machines and equipment
- Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse, socio-economic backgrounds
- Ability to advance and adapt with technological changes and work with program applications
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, business and community groups and/or other members of the public
- Ability to establish, manage, and maintain accurate files and records for district reports
- Ability to coordinate, review, and direct staff, students, parents, and/or volunteers while maintaining effective working relationships
Other Requirements:
- Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Essential Functions:
- Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
- Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Maintain records on student discipline
- Contact parents students with discipline issues
- Communicate frequently with Student Welfare and Attendance, building administrators, and other school staff as needed
- Communicate with administrators/counselors and other staff as needed regarding student discipline issues
- Track student absences and discipline and parent contacts and communications (in both oral and written form) to improve attendance and discipline in the student information system
- Check-in students serving detentions and alert administrators of missing students
- Responsible for preparing rosters for extended day school (i.e. Saturday School)
- Attend regular trainings on discipline policy and practice
- Regularly correct data entry error in the student information system
- Provide information for/serve on building attendance team
- Answer telephone, forward messages, and direct visitors
- May assist or substitute for the school secretary as needed
- May assist with scheduling and maintaining appointment calendars for building administrators and counselor
- Create and send certified exclusion letters. Comply with due process rights for students
- Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this position VAESP CPA (https://vansd.org/wpdm-category/vaesp-comprehensive-professional-agreement)
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via Adzuna posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Paraeducator, Instructional (Bilingual Preferred) 2 hours per day, 9 months per year Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt... Bilingual Preferred - Spanish If the administrator determines that the bilingual skill is used on a regular, daily basis, the applicant must take and pass the LTI written and oral assessment and will be compensated an additional .77 cents per hour. We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools Paraeducator, Instructional (Bilingual Preferred)
2 hours per day, 9 months per year
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt...
Bilingual Preferred - Spanish
If the administrator determines that the bilingual skill is used on a regular, daily basis, the applicant must take and pass the LTI written and oral assessment and will be compensated an additional .77 cents per hour.
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their degree, education or credits, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
Internal applicants must have official transcripts to confirm education on file or included with the application.
External applicants must include official transcripts to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.
Qualifications:
- Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED AND
- One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate's Degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school; OR ETS ParaPro Assessment result of 461 or higher
- One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred
- Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred
- Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area
- Possess excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies
- Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from the teacher
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules
- Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individual from diverse, socio-economic backgrounds
Other Requirements:
- Ability to lift, move, physically restrain a child of the size required by the job
- Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds
- Ability to observe the behavior of students, both visually and by listening
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Essential Functions:
- Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Serve as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
- Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Participate in professional learning opportunities to broaden expertise in working with diverse student populations
- With support from certificated teachers, identify student learning needs, monitor student progress toward learning goals, and maintain accurate student data
- In cooperation with certificated teachers, work with individual students or small groups to achieve academic, behavioral, social emotional, basic life skills and other areas as assigned
- Work with small groups of students some of whom have special needs, including behavior needs, assisting with class work
- Monitor students to maintain an effective classroom environment that allows certificated teachers to provide small group or one-on one instruction
- With guidance provided by certificated teachers, provide instruction where students are engaged and productive
- Utilize lesson plans and follow verbal directions to provide targeted instruction to students as directed by the certificated teachers
- Collect and communicate information regarding student progress to the certificated teachers in order for appropriate adjustments to interventions and supports to be made
- With guidance provided by certificated teachers, assist to grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key
- Provide supervision and ensure safety and security of students
- Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this position VAESP CPA (https://vansd.org/wpdm-category/vaesp-comprehensive-professional-agreement)
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via Adzuna schedule_type: Full-time
Paraeducator, Instructional 5.25 hours per day, 9 months per year This is a one-on-one Instructional position... Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection Paraeducator, Instructional
5.25 hours per day, 9 months per year
This is a one-on-one Instructional position...
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their degree, education or credits, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
Internal applicants must have official transcripts to confirm education on file or included with the application.
External applicants must include official transcripts to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.
Qualifications:
- Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED AND
- One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate's Degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school; OR ETS ParaPro Assessment result of 461 or higher
- One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred
- Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred
- Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area
- Possess excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse, socio-economic backgrounds
- Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies
- Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior positively with direction from the teacher
- Ability to ensure student safety and resolve conflicts
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, with minimal supervision
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to effectively prioritize competing demands and be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules
- Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
Other Requirements:
- Ability to lift, move, physically restrain a child of the size required by the job
- Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds
- Ability to observe the behavior of students, both visually and by listening
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Essential Functions:
- Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Serve as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
- Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Participate in professional learning opportunities to broaden expertise in working with diverse student populations
- With support from certificated teachers, identify student learning needs, monitor student progress toward learning goals, and maintain accurate student data
- In cooperation with certificated teachers, work with individual students or small groups to achieve academic, behavioral, social emotional, basic life skills and other areas as assigned
- Work with small groups of students some of whom have special needs, including behavior needs, assisting with class work
- Monitor students to maintain an effective classroom environment that allows certificated teachers to provide small group or one-on one instruction
- With guidance provided by certificated teachers, provide instruction where students are engaged and productive
- Utilize lesson plans and follow verbal directions to provide targeted instruction to students as directed by the certificated teachers
- Collect and communicate information regarding student progress to the certificated teachers in order for appropriate adjustments to interventions and supports to be made
- With guidance provided by certificated teachers, assist to grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key
- Provide supervision and ensure safety and security of students
- Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this position VAESP CPA (https://vansd.org/wpdm-category/vaesp-comprehensive-professional-agreement)
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via Adzuna posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-time
Program Site Specialist - Student Advocate 8.0 hours per day, 9 months per year This position is temporary, funded through the 2024-2025 school year... We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection Program Site Specialist - Student Advocate
8.0 hours per day, 9 months per year
This position is temporary, funded through the 2024-2025 school year...
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Work or a related field, or
- A minimum two year of college level studies and two years of directly related experience working with student populations including those impacted by poverty, and who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
- Knowledge in restorative justice practices, trauma informed practices, peer mediation and/or Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) preferred
- Ability to use current technology tools and applications for a variety of purposes
- Ability to blend a balanced use of technology to support student access to learning
- Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, across a broad array of educational groups that include educators, parents/family, students, community service providers, and district staff
- Communicate respectfully with students and families who may be impacted by poverty, and/or students and families who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
- Manage emotional and difficult situations (trauma informed practices, de-escalation, mediation)
- Build and maintain positive relationships with students and provide encouragement to students to strive to meet state standards and make academic gains
- Ensure student safety, positively manage student behaviors, and resolve conflicts
- Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, with minimal supervision
- Maintain confidentiality
- Punctuality and the ability to manage time effectively
- Adapt to changes in the work environment
- Effectively prioritize competing demands and adjust to frequent changes
Other Requirements:
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and/or Saturdays to support student learning
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Essential Functions:
- Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
- Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Collaborate with students, educators, counselors, administration, families, and supportive community members/organizations to reduce barriers to academic success (e.g. attendance, behavior, or other factors)
- Work collaboratively, and with guidance, from counselors, teachers, school staff, and administration to review academic history, identify student learning needs and set goals, monitor student progress toward learning goals, and maintain accurate student data
- Participate in professional learning opportunities to broaden expertise in working with diverse student populations
- Conduct home visitations with students and families from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds
- Provide direct support, mentoring, and leadership to individual students or small groups to achieve academic skills
- Collect and communicate information regarding student progress to the certificated teachers in order to make appropriate adjustments to interventions and supports
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate compliance documentation
- Other incidental and allowable duties commensurate with the position
Additional functions required for positions funded by LAP:
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate compliance (LAP) documentation
- Identify and coordinate services for LAP identified students
It is understood that the district has the right to transfer and assign employees to best fit the needs of the district.
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave.
- Sick Leave: 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).
- Personal Leave: 3 days per school year
- Twelve (12) month full-time Pro Tech employees are eligible to accrue ten (10) days vacation at one (1) - five (5) years of service. The accrual days are incrementally improved by five (5) days at the completion of five (5), eleven (11) and twenty (20) consecutive years of service respectively
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via Adzuna schedule_type: Full-time
Special Program Paraeducator, Intensive Academic Classroom 6.5 hours per day, 9 months per year This is a one-on-one position... Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate Special Program Paraeducator, Intensive Academic Classroom
6.5 hours per day, 9 months per year
This is a one-on-one position...
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their degree, education or credits, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
Internal applicants must have official transcripts to confirm education on file or included with the application.
External applicants must include official transcripts to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.
Qualifications:
- Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED AND
- One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate's degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college, or business school; OR ETS ParaPro Assessment result of 461 or higher
- One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred
- Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred
- Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area
- Possess excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly
- Experience working with children with moderate to severe disabilities preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse, socio-economic backgrounds
- Ability to act upon evasive and aggressive behavior of students
- Ability to attend mandatory training on the weekends and successfully pass the district CPI, de-escalation/physical restraint training
- Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies
- Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from the teacher
- Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to develop relationships and supportive roles with children who possess mental or physical disabilities
Other Requirements:
- Ability to lift, move, physically restrain a child of the size required by the job
- Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building, grounds, and in the community
- Ability to observe the behavior of students, both visually and by listening and to communicate those observations with other appropriate service providers
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Essential Functions:
- Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Serve as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
- Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Work as a team member to assist the teacher in implementing and evaluating goals and objectives on individual student IEPs
- Participate in team meetings as appropriate for the purpose of providing observational input or acquiring information pertinent to the position
- Manage behavior and assist students during class activities in small groups or individually. Provide instructional assistance as directed by appropriate certificated staff. Subject areas may include academic subjects, basic life skills, social skills, community access, personal hygiene, including toileting, swimming, communication, physical and /or occupational therapy exercises and job skills training. This will include assisting the teacher with preparing materials for lessons and maintaining data collection records as assigned.
- De-escalate students having an emotional/behavioral crisis. Carry out behavior management plans for individual students as appropriate.
- Dispense medication to students following district policy
- Care for the personal hygiene needs of students with disabilities, including but not limited to, feeding, diapering, toileting, bathing, lifting, tube feeding, suctioning and other health related issues with appropriate training
- Produce and assemble teaching materials as directed by appropriate certificated staff. Assist with data entry, record keeping, and filing
- Grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key
- Observe assigned students as they enter/leave school grounds, on the playground, in the cafeteria and in the community and intervene as appropriate to ensure the safety of students
- Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with students with special needs
- Assignment may include assisting student(s) on and off buses
- Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this position VAESP CPA (https://vansd.org/wpdm-category/vaesp-comprehensive-professional-agreement)
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HIRING ROSTER for Learning Support Paraeducators This posting will be used to establish a hiring roster to fill district-wide vacancies for the Learning Support Program and one-on-one positions. Qualified candidates will be invited to interview with Special Education managers for hiring and placement for the 23-24 school year. Assignment hours may vary by building, 9 months per year... Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt We appreciate your HIRING ROSTER for Learning Support Paraeducators
This posting will be used to establish a hiring roster to fill district-wide vacancies for the Learning Support Program and one-on-one positions. Qualified candidates will be invited to interview with Special Education managers for hiring and placement for the 23-24 school year.
Assignment hours may vary by building, 9 months per year...
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their degree, education or credits, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
Internal applicants must have official transcripts to confirm education on file or included with the application.
External applicants must include official transcripts to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.
Qualifications:
- Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED AND
- One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate's degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school; OR ETS ParaPro Assessment result of 455 or higher
- One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred
- Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred
- Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area
- Possess excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse, socio-economic backgrounds
- Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies
- Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from the teacher
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules
Other Requirements:
- Ability to lift, move, physically restrain a child of the size required by the job
- Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds
- Ability to observe the behavior of students, both visually and by listening
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Essential Functions:
- Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Serve as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
- Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Support the appropriate certificated staff member(s) in developing specific goals for each student
- Support the teacher in planning and evaluating overall learning goals and individual students' progress.
- Independently oversee student(s) behavior and assist student(s) during class activities.
- In conjunction with certificated staff member, assist with classroom activities or provide instruction to student. Assistance provided may include the following areas: academic subjects, basic life skills, social skills, and other areas as assigned.
- Produce and assemble teaching materials as directed by teacher
- Assist with data entry, record keeping, and filing
- Grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key
- Oversee assigned students as they enter/leave school grounds, on the playground and in the cafeteria, or on field trips as directed by Special Ed certificated staff
- Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with students with special needs
- Responsible for collecting and sharing progress data
- Utilize technology to collect Individualized Education Plan (IEP) data and to inform work with students in goal areas
- Lead small groups or individualized instruction in the areas of reading, writing, math, and social/behavioral skills
- Support students in general education classrooms which may require the need to adjust, change or modify the assigned work as well as communicating and collaborating with the general education teacher about accommodations and modifications
- Communicate clearly with special education teacher regarding student behavior, progress and needs
- Implement suggestions and feedback from other staff related to specific students
- Implement behavior support plans for students with behavior needs
- Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification
• If asked to perform diapering duty, "step up" to Special Program Paraeducator pay will apply.
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this position VAESP CPA (https://vansd.org/wpdm-category/vaesp-comprehensive-professional-agreement)
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via Adzuna posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
4 hours per day, 9 months per year Fair Labor Standard Act Status: Non-exempt Job Purpose: The Nutrition Services Cafeteria Assistant, under the direction of their Kitchen Manager, is responsible for performing food preparation and meal service tasks including but not limited to washing, peeling and chopping fruits and vegetables, serving and counting meals at the point-of-service, assisting the... cook or manager, and clean-up activities such as 4 hours per day, 9 months per year
Fair Labor Standard Act Status: Non-exempt
Job Purpose: The Nutrition Services Cafeteria Assistant, under the direction of their Kitchen Manager, is responsible for performing food preparation and meal service tasks including but not limited to washing, peeling and chopping fruits and vegetables, serving and counting meals at the point-of-service, assisting the... cook or manager, and clean-up activities such as washing dishes or equipment. Cafeteria Assistants must demonstrate thorough understanding of Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) standard operating procedures. Cafeteria Assistants must serve as positive role models for students and work in a flexible and cooperative manner.
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess a current Washington State Food Workers Card. The test may be completed at the local health department (https://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Food/LocalFoodSafetyContacts) , or completed online (https://www.foodworkercard.wa.gov/) .
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience required (at least one):
- Demonstrated successful experience as a VPS kitchen substitute
- At least 12 months experience cooking in any foodservice establishment within the last 3 years
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Ability to work effectively as a team member and team leader as-needed.
- Ability to meet tight time lines with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to sustain poise and confidence in managing emotional and difficult situations.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to read, write, and perform cooking related math computation.
- Self-motivated, with good organizational skills.
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements.
- Ability to perform the physical aspects of the job, such as bending and moving as necessary for food preparation, cleaning, and storage.
- Ability to communicate effectively with district wide staff, colleagues and students.
- Ability to safely lift and move packages of food and cooking equipment weighing 1/3 of your body weight up to 50 pounds, using assistance or mechanical aid when appropriate.
- Ability to safely move around in crowded kitchen areas.
- Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment, inspect cleanliness of work area, and read paperwork. Translation assistance available.
- Ability to assume cook and manager duties in the event of their absence.
- Ability to assume duties of other bid cafeteria assistant positions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Constantly (67-100%): stand, hear, see, grasp multiple kitchen items
- Frequently (34-66%): talk, walk, stoop, bend, reach, use fingers, repetitive motion, reach at waist, lift or carry up to 25 pounds, push or pull up to 10 pounds
- Occasionally (6-33%): crouch, twist, kneel, reach below waist, operate controls, lift or carry up to 20 pounds, push or pull up to 20 pounds, exposure to loud noises
- Rarely (1-5%): sit, climb, balance, reach shoulder to overhead, lift or carry 26 to 50 pounds, push or pull 21 to 60 pounds
- Maintain composure under stress in the presence of emotionally and physically challenging interactions
- May be exposed to extreme cold, heat, wetness (non-weather related), and steam
The demands described here represent 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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times.
- Serve as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students.
- Work in a flexible and cooperative manner.
- Perform food preparation tasks. May include opening cans and apportioning contents, slicing meats and cheeses, washing and preparing fruits and vegetables for daily service, making salad dressings and assembling other salad items, heating heat and serve menu items, assistance in prep-cooking activities as assigned, and operating kitchen equipment.
- Perform food service tasks. May include serving food in cafeteria lines, ensuring food proportions support reimbursable meal requirements outlined in U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations. Monitor food prepared and served for temperature and appearance, taking corrective action following established Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) standard operating procedures for the child nutrition program. Stock groceries and supplies in dry storage, freezer, and/or refrigerator.
- Perform clean-up activities. May include washing pots and pans, operating dish washing machine, cleaning tables and chairs, doing laundry, and cleaning food preparation equipment and areas.
- Operate computer to respond to emails, utilize google drive and access Nutrition Services production record and recipe database.
- May assist cook or manager when assigned. May substitute for cook or manager when authorized.
- May work in different buildings as needed.
- May be assigned to satellite kitchen and work without direct supervision.
- Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
- May be required to communicate with parents regarding student's special dietary needs.
- Follow Annual Training plan to meet USDA Professional Standards requirements for School Nutrition Employees.
It is understood that the district has the right to transfer and assign employees to best fit the needs of the district.
Benefits/Compensation:
Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) .
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) .
Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position SEIU CBA (https://vansd.org/human-resources/collective-bargaining-agreements/)
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via Adzuna schedule_type: Full-time and Part-time
For the 2024-2025 school year Full to Part time positions Posting Period: Open until filled... Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. For the 2024-2025 school year
Full to Part time positions
Posting Period: Open until filled...
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt
We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Qualifications:
- Valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certificate for the role of Occupational Therapist
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an American Occupational Therapy Association-approved institution; Master's degree preferred
- Proof of national and state license as an occupational therapist, registered, and licensed by the State of Washington and registered with NBCOT or eligibility for the above by having taken the certification test (In which case temporary license with sponsor must be on file before starting)
- Must provide own transportation
- Must possess a valid drivers license
- Ability to relate well to administrators, teachers, parents, and students
- Knowledge and experience in a variety of diagnoses, ages, and populations and applying the appropriate modalities
- Conveys humor and positive energy with team members, students and parents as well as the motor team department
- Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
- Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning, and instructional tool
- Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives
Essential Functions:
- Works with a wide array of modalities and theoretical bases in pediatric areas such as: Sensory Motor/Postural Development, Fine motor, Sensory Integration, Environmental/Equipment adaptation, Education/Training of Staff, Adaptive Technology, and Visual Motor/Perceptual skills, as well as others
- Performs work with developed organization and time management skills for managing documents and participation in evaluations, treatments and meetings for multiple school buildings, including maintenance of files
- Writes clear and concise reports and IEPs following state and district requirements
- Provides direct therapy treatment for students
- Works with staff on occupational therapist roles, treatment plan and/or assessment results in a professional manner, with "parent-friendly" terminology
- Supervises and collaborates with a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant on student plans, evaluation, and treatments
- Problem solves and shows creativity in a variety of situations with limited resources
- Uses multiple frames of reference, models and theory bases for treatment
- Maintains state license which allows billing of services
- Actively engage students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities
- Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
- Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Comprehensive Professional Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
- Other duties as assigned
Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate and acceptable.
SOC Code:291122
Benefits/Compensation:
- Salary range: $60,681 - $114,376 (includes Base & TRI enrichment; commensurate upon FTE, degree, credits and experience). Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
- Additional Compensation: Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary range such as, but not limited to TRI professional learning, extended year days, extra appendix E supplemental days and professional development reimbursement. Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found in the VEA CPA (https://vansd.org/human-resources/collective-bargaining-agreements/) . Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) .
- Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees)
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via SimpliFaster Job Board schedule_type: Full-time
Under the direction of the building Athletic Director, building Principal, and district Athletic Director, the coach provides a comprehensive athletics program in the specified sport to include conducting practices, overseeing games and game strategy, educating and developing athletes, and complying with WIAA policies and procedures. Qualifications... • Knowledge of the sport in which the candidate is making application. • Recent coaching experience, Under the direction of the building Athletic Director, building Principal, and district Athletic Director, the coach provides a comprehensive athletics program in the specified sport to include conducting practices, overseeing games and game strategy, educating and developing athletes, and complying with WIAA policies and procedures.

Qualifications...
• Knowledge of the sport in which the candidate is making application.
• Recent coaching experience, with K-12 athletes preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Experience which demonstrates strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse.

Essential Functions:
• Develop and articulate a vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes.
• Recruit student athletes for the coach’s school for participation.
• Conduct practices for the team that focus on proper technique and mechanics of the sport.
• Attend and supervise athletes at games, and execute game strategy.
• Attend yearly Coaches’ Institute training in August.
• Teach and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, parents and the school community.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Know and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
• Complete required district and WIAA trainings around sport specific rules and safety.
• Maintain and inventory uniforms and equipment.
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms and work cooperatively in an effective and positive manner with diverse parties to include staff, students, parents, and community.
• Work successfully as a team player and follow the Head Coach/Athletic Director’s program direction
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