Van Sickle Academy Middle School Specialist

The Specialist at Van Sickle Academy Middle School is responsible for the following:Helping ensure school-wide consistency in implementation of culture expectationsActing as an exemplar for all staff by modeling high expectations for all studentsWorking with students to grow academically and behaviorally.Participating in various duties around the building as needed.Supporting the administration and staff members as they create a positive student cultureServing as support staff around the building; working with staff members to ensure all areas of the building are covered.Monitoring public areas (such as hallways and other public spaces) when appropriate to reinforce school behavior expectationsCoordinating the accurate monitoring and analyzing student attendance and student disciplineRequired:High School Diploma requiredHigh expectations for self and others, and a willingness to hold self and others accountable to these expectationsExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skillsCommittment to professional growthBelief and alignment with SPS's core beliefs and philosophy, including the belief that each and every child can excel academicallyHighly Desired (but not required):Understanding and experience working with urban school environments and cultureAt least 3 years experience working in schoolsBilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilitiesIf there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at molinafigueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTThe Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATIONSpringfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools' Title IX Coordinator, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr, or both.The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel in Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com.Springfield Public School's sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discriminationTo report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com