2025-26 Summer Scholars Coordinator Elementary Temporary Internal Applicants Only

Employment Begins: 2025-2026 School Year

MUST BE A CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEE

North Thurston Public Schools will be conducting online Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars Programs during the month of July. Schedule will be Monday through Thursday with hours to be determined based on student need.

Up to 40 hours pre/post Summer Scholars Program work

16 days of Summer Scholars Program support to students @ 5.5 hours per day

The dates of Summer Scholars are as follows:

o July 6th through July 30th Monday through Thursday.

Dates and Times to be determined

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOLARS COORDINATOR

STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTION

Classification: Certificated Location: District Office

Reports to: Director of Student Achievement

Bargaining Unit: NTEA FLSA Status: Exempt

This is a standard position description to be used for certificated teaching positions with similar duties responsibilities classification and compensation. Teachers assigned to the position description may or may not be assigned all of the duties identified herein.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and teacher and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Part I: Position Summary:

Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars Coordinators work will begin during the month of June to include appropriate preparatory activities and coordination of online platforms. The Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars Coordinators is primarily responsible for effective teaching and learning of the assigned subject(s) following district approved curriculum instruction and assessment practices.

The District represents a diverse community with a population of approximately 40% of students with diverse backgrounds. We seek an individual who has successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities. The selected candidate must demonstrate a commitment to strengthening community engagement and communication with the Districts diverse populations.

Part II: Supervision and Controls over the Work:

Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars Coordinators work will begin during the month of May to include appropriate preparatory activities and coordination of online platforms. The Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars Coordinators will work extensively with the Director of Student Achievement to ensure appropriate services and support during Summer Scholars. The Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars Coordinators work is governed controlled and evaluated by acceptable professional practice school and district policies and regulations provisions of Washington Administrative Code and Revised Code of Washington direction of the supervisor and performance standards and expectations as set forth in the collective bargaining agreement.

Part III: Major Duties and Responsibilities listed may include but are not limited to the following:

The Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars Coordinators Position includes but is not limited to coordination of all aspects of Online Summer Scholars provision for 100 middle school students and 200 elementary students.

This coordination includes responsibility for:

Coordinate scheduling program orientation and key deadlines.

Monitor student participation and academic progress throughout the program.

Communicate with students and families regarding progress expectations.

Identify students who may be falling behind and coordinate supports or interventions.

Serve as the primary point of contact for students and families.

Communicate program expectations schedules and support resources.

Respond to questions regarding course access and program requirements.

Ensure students have access to the online learning platform.

Coordinate with district technology staff to resolve access or technical issues.

Provide guidance to students and families on navigating the learning platform.

Collect and report program data such as completion rates end of program reporting and evaluation.

Gather feedback from students families and staff.

Analyze program outcomes and identify areas for improvement.

Support planning for future summer programs.

Required to follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Part IV: Minimum Qualifications

1. Ability to communicate effectively with multiple audiences to include staff members and parents.

2. Ability to organize and carry out all aspects of Elementary and Middle School Summer Scholars coordination in a timely and accurate manner.

3. Ability to use varied educational/developmental assessment instruments including but not limited to: easyCBM and Dibels.

4. Successful experience working with culturally diverse families and communities or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.

5. Successful completion of a teacher certification program at an accredited college or university and valid Washington state certification(s) and/or endorsement(s).

6. Ability to effectively communicate with parents and students verbally and in writing.

7. Commitment to collaboration and teaming and effectiveness in working within a professional learning community.

8. Knowledge of and ability to use appropriate and multiple assessments instruction and evaluation techniques.

9. Knowledge and skill in culturally responsive teaching and learning.

10. Skill and ability to utilize technology to aid instruction assessment and learning.

11. Evidence of continuous professional learning and a commitment to participate in professional growth opportunities and self-reflection on professional practice.

Part V: Desired Qualifications

Bilingual skills.

Successful experience teaching in a diverse student environment.

Successful experience in a team-teaching environment.

Successful experience in the grade level(s) and/or content area(s).

Familiar with online programs: Lexia Boost Khan Academy

Part VI: Physical and Environmental Requirements of the Position

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by a coordinator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working on a computer and managing online systems.

Frequent use of a computer keyboard mouse and telephone.

Ability to communicate clearly in person by phone and through virtual platforms (e.g. video conferencing).

Work is primarily performed at the District Office.

Regular use of computers online learning platforms and office equipment.

May include virtual meetings or online coordination with students families and staff.

While performing the duties of this job the coordinator is frequently required to sit move about hear and speak and be visually vigilant of classroom behavior and learning activities.

The coordinator may lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds or more and occasionally lift restrain or move up to 100 pounds most typically when required to intervene in student safety issues.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud on occasion.

The coordinator may be exposed to infectious diseases carried by students exposed to student noise and learning resource noise levels may sit or stand for longer than 2 hours at a time may lift objects repeatedly and may undertake repeated motions.

THIS IS A UNION POSITION

Insurance Benefits

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical dental vision long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.

North Thurston Public Schools benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link information on available benefit options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Clink on the linkhttps:// for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Thurston Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race ethnicity creed religion color national origin immigration/citizenship status age homelessness veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity neurodivergence disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: ; Title IX Officer: ; Section 504 Coordinator: . Address: 305 College Street NE Lacey WA 98516.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Effective June 11 1992 pursuant to Public Law 92544 all new employees must complete a satisfactory fingerprint and sexual misconduct background check. All employment is considered temporary until receipt of satisfactory check. Proof that the fingerprinting process has begun must be supplied to Human Resources prior to the first day of employment.

Required Experience:

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