JOB SUMMARY: 

Teach migrant preschool students in pre-literacy skills, fine motor skill development, and social skills using culturally appropriate strategies; design and adopt appropriate curriculum materials/ assess student progress; supervise educational assistant; maintain classroom discipline; present program for parent night; communicate with parents as needed. Assist students in the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, physical, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  Knowledge of:  Knowledge of appropriate instructional techniques for language minority students; Understanding of the experiences, working, and living conditions, language, and social and cultural issues affecting migrant students and families; specific curriculum content and best instructional practices for working with preschool children.  Skilled in: lesson plan development; implementation of learning activities; behavior management; assessment; teaching to individual student levels; basic computer literacy.  Ability to: Ability to design curriculum and assessment tools for use with migrant students; Fluent English; Demonstrated abilities in classroom organization and behavior management; Native fluency in Spanish (speaking, reading and writing); communicate orally and in writing in both Spanish and English; represent the program to the migrant students and parents; maintain accurate records; advocate for the student in the home and school settings; and build relationships with students, parents, and staff; work with a diverse population of students and parents. Flexible and willing to do a variety of jobs to meet deadlines and complete all required training. Requires native fluency in Spanish and excellent communication skills with speakers of both English and Spanish. 

 

Experience:  Experience in a preschool setting

 

Education:  Two years of college, associate’s degree or passing score on a para-professional exam in reading, writing and math as required by federal law.  Two years successful experience teaching migrant students preferred.

 

Certification Required:  Medic First Aid Card; Valid Oregon Driver's License and automobile insurance in order to provide own transportation. 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times as designated.
2. Identify and recruit migrant families for program participation.
3. Assist with the enrollment of students and the collection of data.
4. Collect and maintain all necessary student and program data as required by the Migrant Education Services Center (MESC).
5. Plan a program of study that meets the interests, needs and abilities of the students and follows established curriculum as written by the district and the state.
6. Design or adapt curriculum and assessment materials as needed for use with migrant students.
7. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity level and interests of the students.
8. Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the supervisor.
9. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent within the limitations of the location and resources provided y the district.
10. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning the academic and behavioral process of the students.
11. Understand the social and cultural elements affecting migrant students and their families.

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

12. Translate (Spanish/English) preschool information for parents in both oral and written form as necessary.
13. Cooperate with other staff members.
14. Attend staff meetings and other meetings as required.
15. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
16. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules of the school district.
17. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and maintain such records as required by law and district policy; make recommendations for student placement.
18. Take all reasonable precautions to provide for the health and safety of the students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
19. Train and work with instructional assistants and volunteers.
20. Work with other personnel from the school district and the community to provide each student with the range of services needed.
21. Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.
22. Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds related to the job
23. Ability to work harmoniously with others.
24. Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Language Skills: 

Ability to read English and comprehend complex technical language.  Ability to write memoranda, correspondence, lesson plans, reports, and student achievement summaries in both English and Spanish.  Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one and small group situations.

 

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy. 

 

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed, but basic, written or oral instructions in both English and Spanish.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

Other Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community.

 

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and may be continuously required to stand.  The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools.  The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  The employee may be required to sit at a desk and use a computer for long periods of time.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

 

Works in a classroom environment in close proximity to students and other adults.  May encounter students with emotional problems or hostile attitudes. Able to use a telephone, operate a computer, and use other office equipment.  Able to drive to other program sites and meetings.

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Works when migrant preschool is in session.  Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on the evaluation of Classified personnel.

 

CLASSIFICATION:                    

Classified, Temporary Summer Position, Edwards Elementary School.

 

WORKDAYS:

 

July 8 - August 2, 2024 8:00am - 3:30pm with 1/2 hour break for 16 days. Mon-Thurs + 2 days additional time for training. (Actual working hours may vary, final schedule TBD at a later date). EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENT ON ENROLLMENT AND GRANT FUNDING. 

 

HOURS/DAYS:

Hours vary and TBD with Migrant Program Director; not to exceed 240 hours. 

 

WAGE:

Range 15 of the classified wage schedule $24.30 - $30.92 per hour, paid by timesheet.

 

The information contained in this job description for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar. Positions and additional duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job may be made. Newberg Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Actively Seeks Minority Applicants.The District complies with Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Requirements Applicants who best meet the requirements of the position will be invited for an interview.