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Education Specialist Job Description

Education Specialist Education Program Director and ES Advisor Exempt Per Salary Schedule Certificated 185 Days

Position Summary: Support and advise homeschool parents in order to provide an individualized, relevant educational plan for students in grades TK-12 and assist in other school programs as assigned. Candidate must be a self-starter with exceptional organizational skills and have the ability to work independently to meet all deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the mission, vision and goals of Excel Academy at California Pacific Charter Schools (Excel). Serve as a contributing member of the Excel staff and collaborate with team members

Develop a Course of Study for each student indicating curriculum encompassing the Common Core standards for each student

Effectively communicate feedback concerning the expectation of achievement with respect to learning goals

Meet with the student and parent at least once every 20 school days to collect, review, and assess student learning by reviewing the full body of work produced during the learning period and collecting representative samples of that work

Assist parents in the design and/or implementation of lesson plans throughout the academic year

Assist parents in choosing curriculum that ensures academic growth and excellence for each student and fits the parents' and students' learning styles

Complete attendance records, portfolio of work samples, and assignment and work reports for each student

Assigns additional student work if needed. Awards semester grades in conjunction with parents.

Maintain appropriate records to keep track of student attendance, academic progress, and grades

2016-17 Education Specialist Job Description

 Responds to parent, student and administrative inquires within 24 hours of contact Order and distribute educational resources or materials as appropriate Notify parents and students of school-related updates and provide information regarding

the school's educational services Complete requisitions for books and instructional supplies, maintaining inventory records

for each student Provide instructional and intervention support for students who are not meeting academic

expectations based on the student's C ourse of Study and monthly Reflection pages Identify student needs and cooperates with Excel staff in assessing and helping student

with health, personal, and learning challenges b y way of an Accountability Plan. Collect pertinent academic data in order to participate in Student Study Team (SST) or

special education meetings Maintain professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the

school and other professional growth activities Participate in proctoring and preparing any state mandated and school wide testing;

provides test prep strategies and materials for students Participate in project committees and/or sponsors student group activities Attend meet and greet events with approved vendors and various community events Supervise students on field trips as assigned

Other Duties:

Document and report to Excel administration all formal disciplinary actions involving students and staff; address and resolve complaints from students, parents, and staff in a timely manner; ensure compliance with the Excel Uniform Complaint Policy and the Excel Uniform Technology Policy and the provisions of California Penal Code Section 11166 (Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act)

Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Current trends and research concerning the growth and development of TK-12 grade children

Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development, instruction and assessment

Procedures and best practices that promote appropriate student conduct Educational research concerning extrinsic and intrinsic student motivation Guidance and Special Education practices and procedures Applicable sections of the Education Code and other applicable laws

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 Research methods and report writing techniques

Ability to:

Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills Communicate clearly in a timely manner, both orally and in writing Foster teamwork in a collaborative work environment Direct, motivate, listen to, and establish effective rapport with students and parents Analyze and assess student learning Use technology in an effective manner for teaching, communicating, analyzing, and

reporting Motivate students to develop the skills, attitudes, and understanding needed to set a good

foundation for secondary level education, in accordance with each student's ability Maintain professional, cordial relationships with students, parents, and staff Monitor children in learning environments Use good judgment in making reasonable decisions or recommendations in conjunction

with other staff members and/or administrative leadership Solve problems and take responsibility for a variety of situations in a reasonable manner

where only limited standardization exists Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Provide leadership to students during actual emergencies, following the site emergency

preparedness plan For fire, earthquake and other types of emergencies provide clear and calm verbal

directions as acquired from safety professional development

Education and Experience: BA or BS from an accredited college or university Valid California Multiple Subject Credential or Single Subject Credential NCLB Compliant ELL Authorization - CLAD, BCLAD desirable Passed CBEST Negative TB Test or Risk Assessment Questionnaire DOJ Fingerprint Clearance Valid CA Driver's License First Aid/ CPR Certification

Use of Computer Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general knowledge of accounting software, database software, how to use the internet to find information and complete tasks, email usage, order processing systems, spreadsheet software, and word processing software. The ES is expected to acquire and maintain a working computer with an internet connection and a printer.

Physical Demands:

2016-17 Education Specialist Job Description

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor students Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Lifting objects up to 25 pounds Close vision and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise level is generally moderate Meetings conducted in public and private settings Indoor and outdoor in varying temperature Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 100 miles in a day

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