Program Specialist Job at Vancouver Public Schools
Vancouver Public Schools Vancouver, WA 98661
$26.77 - $30.90 an hour
Job Description
Program Specialist – Highly Capable Program
8.0 hours per day, 12 months per 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 that 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 from an accredited institution required
- Minimum of one to three years of progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to excel in a high-demand, time-sensitive environment, with outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to manage situations
- Familiarity with Synergy and the ability to reconcile records
- Ability to update and maintain precise records for school and district compliance
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and on the telephone with parents, teachers, other district staff, and the general public in a professional manner
- Ability to schedule, coordinate, administer, and score student assessments for applicants to the Challenge Program
- Ability to keep accurate records and data concerning program functions and performance
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced work environment.
- Proficiency working in a PC platform, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience with GMail and Washington Enhanced System Point and Click (WESPaC) preferred
- Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and work collaboratively in a dynamic work environment
Other Requirements:
- Valid driver's license
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
- Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds
Essential Functions:
- Coordinate assessment process for Highly Capable Services, coordinate proctor training for teachers, develop assessment schedule for screening at every elementary school, and communicate with schools.
- Serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team if requested in order to keep accurate notes and process requested data throughout the process.
- Coordinate appeals process
- Communicate with parents who have questions about services
- Prepare, mail, and score all home and school versions of identification rating scales and prepare materials for placement and appeals meetings.
- Complete all iGrant grant completion, reporting, and compliance responsibilities.
- Track identified students to ensure middle and high school students are served in advanced-level courses throughout the district.
- Contract with Advanced Placement Summer Institute presenters, coordinate and process registrations.
- Provide communication to schools as directed by the Highly Capable Services TOSA
- Record and organize data processes for students under review by the Multi-Disciplinary Selection Committee
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve the program requirements.
- Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents, and others with dignity and respect at all times
- Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
It is understood that the district has the right to transfer and reassign 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 toward salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed
here
.
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
.
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
.
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.
Primary Location
Curriculum & Instruction
Salary Range
$26.77 - $30.90 / Hourly Rate
Shift Type
Day Shift
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