TOSA - Dean of Students

1.0 FTE Continuing Position - 7.5 hours per day - 180-day Base contract per year (Monday - Friday) plus 4-day TRI Enrichment contractPCN# 1217-1-TOS-01Account code: 3400-23-2110-1217-1620-0000-0 - 5%0100-21-2110-1217-6200-0000-0 -95%Salary Schedule: MEA Schedule at https://www.msd25.org/o/District/page/employee-groupsPosition Goal:This position will provide positive, collaborative leadership with the building principal and other staff for the continuous improvement of student learning. The TOSA shall be responsible for:Student discipline,A portion of School Leadership, andAssist and Support the Principal.The TOSA must possess an understanding of the education process and be able to articulate and establish the conditions that affect learning.Minimum Qualifications:Valid Washington State Teaching certificate requiredValid Washington State Administrator certificate preferredBilingual preferredExcellent oral and written communication skillsExperience and/or knowledge of Common Core Standards requiredSuccessful teaching experience at appropriate grade level preferredExperience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity preferredSuccessful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint ClearanceProof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control ActCompletion of all district-required training within thirty (30) calendar days from hire dateDesired Skills:Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situationsAbility to perform a variety of specialized tasks; maintain records; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and school personnel; work as a team member; and meet schedules and deadlinesAbility to use a variety of teaching strategies which may include cooperative learning, constructive instruction, or additional research based facilitationAbility to define excellence by standards of performanceKnowledge and application of quality classroom based assessment practicesKnowledge of the unique physical, psychological and social changes students experience and a desire to help them grow in these particular areasSkills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a wide variety of peopleSkills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and direct and evaluate support personnelSkills in classroom management and organizational techniquesEssential Job Functions:This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:Prepare teaching materials and reports for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progressMonitor student activities for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environmentReport incidents (child abuse, fights, substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to education code and district and school policiesProvide an exceptional educational experience to all students; communicate an enthusiasm for learningProvide clear and focused instruction for all students by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all students to assure successful learning through a defined course of studyAdvise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environmentAssess and monitor students for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals by using quality classroom-based assessmentsCollaborate with school personnel, parents, and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions, and planning curriculum and willingness to work with grade level teamDirect instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students and be supportive of parent volunteers in the classroom Utilize district adopted curriculum to guide instructionEstablish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment for learningCommunicate regularly and positively with parentsAssist in coordination and supervision of student activitiesAssist in opening/closing of school yearAssist in staff developmentAssist in student discipline and supervisionAssist in management of materials and equipmentMaintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hoursProfessionally interact with students, staff, and publicEstablish and maintain professional contacts with studentsComply with all district policies and proceduresComply with the Code of Professional ConductPerform related duties as assignedWork Environment:The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is confined to a work area; required to have precise control of fingers and hand movements; experiences constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines; and must be able to stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, stand for periods of time, and lift in order to assist a student with personal care. The employee is required to deal with distraught and/or angry persons and is exposed to infectious diseases carried by children. The noise level in the work environment is acceptable to this particular environment and can vary depending upon daily activity but will remain within acceptable ranges.Evaluation:This position shall be evaluated periodically by the Building Principal/Supervisor pursuant to the currently established district procedures and evaluation criteria. The process shall include an evaluation of the employee's performance of the above essential job functions.