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 expectations
• Acting as an exemplar for all staff by modeling high expectations for all students
• Working with students to grow academically and behaviorally.
• Participating invarious duties around the building as needed.
• Supporting the administration and staff members as they create a positive student culture
• Serving assupport staff around the building; working with staff members toensure all areas of the building are covered.
• Monitoring public areas (such as hallways and other public spaces) whenappropriate to reinforce school behavior expectations
• Coordinating the accurate monitoring and analyzing student attendance andstudent discipline

Required:

• High School Diplomarequired
• High expectations for self and others and a willingness to hold self and others accountable to these expectations
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and stronginterpersonal skills
• Committment to professional growth
• Belief and alignment with SPSs core beliefs and philosophy including the belief that each and every child can excel academically

Highly Desired (but not required):

• Understanding and experience working with urban school environments and culture
• At least 3 years experience working in schools
• Bilingual speaking reading and writing abilities

If 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.

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NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

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NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

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