LOCATION:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School for Innovation

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
The special education instructional assistant reports to the building principal, administrative designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility; or an Associate’s Degree; or successfully completed the ParaPro assessment.
3. Some experience in working with children.
4. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional objectives.
2. Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce material introduced by teacher.
3. Provide programmed practice activities and repetitions as developed by teacher.
4. Assist with large and small group activities.
5. Guide independent study and other work assigned by teacher.
6. Report student problems to the teacher and assists with student problems.
7. Assist with loading and unloading buses.
8. Supervise students during unstructured time such as lunch and recess.
9. Assist with student routines.
10. Perform related work as required.

SALARY TERMS:
This is a 10-month position with full benefits.

Teacher Assistant I salary range is $10,923.00 – 16,523.00. Teacher Assistant II salary range is $12,043.00 – $18,215.00. Salaries are based upon the following:

1. Teacher Assistant I: ($10,923.00 beginning salary) A minimum of sixty (60) hours college credit; or successfully completing the ParaPro
2. Teacher Assistant II: ($12, 043 beginning salary) Associate’s Degree or higher

FILING DEADLINE:
Friday, March 19, 2010 at noon

Questions regarding this information should be directed to Ms. Pamela Smith-Johnson, assistant director of personnel, at (434) 522-3760 or email personnel@lcsedu.net.

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LOCATION:
Linkhorne Elementary School

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Candidate must possess a Virginia teacher license with a PreK elementary endorsement.
2. Candidate must possess leadership and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, and staff.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
The elementary teacher reports to the building principal.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrates long range planning and knowledge of the student area.
2. Completes daily written lesson plans which fulfill learning objectives consistent with LCS’ curricula and SOLs.
3. Plans for individual student differences.
4. Works to achieve division/school/department objectives.
5. Utilizes a variety of teaching methods.
6. Communicates objective(s) and purpose(s) of lesson.
7. Utilizes various forms of technology to assist in the delivery of instruction.
8. Provides opportunities for student responses and gives appropriate feedback to students.
9. Utilizes effective motivational strategies.
10. Paces instruction to provide opportunities for student success.
11. Delivers curriculum and instruction in accordance with school division guidelines.
12. Sets, communicates and maintains high standards for responsible student behavior.
13. Plans for and makes effective use of time, materials and resources.
14. Organizes students for effective instruction.
15. Demonstrates respect, consideration and courtesy.
16. Cooperates with other teachers to exchange ideas.
17. Accepts and/or offers constructive suggestion in a professional manner.
18. Maintains a learning environment which contributes to a positive school climate.
19. Provides opportunities for success for all students.
20. Maintains accurate records measuring student achievement.
21. Presents data/artifacts demonstrating student growth.
22. Analyzes test scores to establish and revise academic goals to provide instruction at the appropriate level.
23. Adheres to board and school policies.
24. Maintains professionalism during stressful situations.
25. Communicates with parents, students, staff and community in a professional manner.
26. Maintains confidentiality.
27. Accepts and fulfills additional responsibilities.

SALARY TERMS:
The salary range for this position is $33,385 to $61,818, prorated for the remainder of the school year. This is a 10-month position with full benefits.

DEADLINE:
Open Until Filled

Questions regarding this information should be directed to Christine Hawks, secretary, Department of Personnel, at (434) 522-3700 ext. 154 or via e-mail hawkscj@lcsedu.net.

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1. Candidates are paid, tutored and trained to obtain their Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
2. Starting pay during training is $7.80 per hour.
3. Pay increase received after successful completion of training.
4. Contract offers are based upon previous bus driving experience.
5. Applicants must also have a medical exam, a drug screening, and must pass an extensive DMV and criminal background check.
6. If interested, log on and fill out a classified application. 

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1. Full-time custodian starting salary is $8.03 per hour depending on experience.
   1. Full-time positions include benefits.
2. General cleaning tasks required at assigned location.
3. Day and evening positions are available.
4. Candidates must clear a criminal background check prior to any employment.
5. If interested, please log on and fill out a classified employment application. If further assistance is needed, please contact the Personnel department at (434) 522-3760.

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