Duties:  Assist local school districts or Statewide Early Intervention with the assessment of students who are blind or visually impaired and the reporting of educational and adaptive needs in the areas of visual development, literacy, social, self-help, and other areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum.   Work with the families in the natural environment and local school districts in the school based setting to schedule lessons, adapt instruction materials, and provide instruction in braille, use of residual vision, and other areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum.   Assist in the development of appropriate individualized education plans or individual family service plans based on assessments.  Participates in IFSP and IEP meetings.  Qualifications:  Bachelor's Degree with SC Teacher License in Visual Impairment and two years' of experience working with students who are blind or visually impaired.  Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively with parents, teachers and other professionals in the provision of services.   Must be proficient in the teaching of Braille and other adaptive skills needed by students who are blind or visually impaired.  Must have considerable knowledge of methods to evaluate the educational needs of blind or visually impaired students.  Must be able to travel daily between schools with occasional overnight travel.   Must have a valid SC driver's license and maintain a 10-year satisfactory driving record.   Requires frequent walking, standing, stopping, bending and occasional lifting up to 30 pounds.  Must be able to respond to a student emergency. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Meets and instructs assigned classed in the locations and at the times designated. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s philosophy of educational and instructional goals and objectives. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and evaluates their job performance cooperatively with department heads. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required. Performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS    Meets and instructs assigned classed in the locations and at the times designated.  Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.  Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.  Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.  Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.  Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students.  Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.  Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s philosophy of educational and instructional goals and objectives.  Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.  Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.  Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.  Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.  Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.  Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.  Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms.  Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and evaluates their job performance cooperatively with department heads.  Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.  Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.  Performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities: Responsible for the development of individualized educational plans and services. Responsible for planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Responsible for adhering to state and federal timelines and reporting procedures. Responsible for assessing student progress toward instructional objectives. Responsible for creating a positive learning experience with an emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources and materials. Responsible for creating and maintaining classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect. Responsible for working collaboratively with special education and general education staff.     Qualifications: SC Certification as Generic Special Education, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disability, or Multicategorical.

DUTIES: Develop and maintain an effective school counseling program consistent with the school’s mission and goals Assist the principal in developing and maintaining an effective educational program Keep the administration and other counselors appraised of any problems encountered Explain and interpret goals and objectives to students, parents, and the community that impact students’ academic achievement and the school counseling program Plan, organize and direct implementation of all school counseling activities Assist in the individual academic program planning of students Serve with parents, faculty and other student groups, as requested, in advancing educational and related activities and objectives through MTSS services Provide in-services for instructional staff Be able to work with teachers and staff on behavior interventions for students   KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES: The ideal candidate will have knowledge of counseling theories and skills, group dynamics, and small group processes; extensive knowledge of K-12 child and multi-cultural development; demonstrates working knowledge of the ASCA Model; knowledge of K-12 instructional programs; working knowledge of the juvenile justice system and laws that apply to juveniles; thorough knowledge of local, state and federal standards; demonstrate considerable knowledge of FERPA, IDEA, McKinney-Vento Act, ESL and laws concerning student rights and confidentiality, as well as, other state and federal mandates; working knowledge of student database systems; interpretation of scores; working knowledge of gifted and special education programs; knowledge of promotion and retention requirements; excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills; ability to work with administrators, colleagues, central office and school-based staff, students, parents, and community.   EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in counseling education from an accredited program; or endorsement in school counseling with certification in school counseling; Master’s Degree desirable. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Must be SC certified or eligible for SC certification. TEACHER Chester County Schools   Purpose Statement The job of Teacher was established for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. JOB DESCRIPTION This job reports to Principal Functions Advises 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 environment.   Essential Functions Assesses student progress, expectations, goals, etc. for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.   Collaborates with other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.   Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.   Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.   Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.   Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.   Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students.   Participates in various meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information.   Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress.   Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.   Other Functions Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS   are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:  planning and managing projects; and using pertinent software applications. KNOWLEDGE i s required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development, a variety of teaching methodologies. ABILITY   is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility   is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working with frequent interruptions. Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.   Responsibility The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 20% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. Working Environment Bachelors degree in job related area. Experience   Job related experience is required. Education Equivalency   None Specified Valid Teaching Certificate in Content/Grade area Required Testing Certificates & Licenses None Specified Continuing Educ. / Training TB Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance Clearances FLSA Status Exempt Teacher ALL

Must be certified or eligible for SC certification in Elementary Education.

Must be certified or eligible for SC certification in Secondary Science.

Must be certified or eligible for SC certification in Special Education-( Multi-Categorical preferred ).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Selects, receives, and organizes books, multimedia, and other materials and equipment; • Suggests appropriate books and multimedia to students for classroom assignments and personal access; • Assists students and faculty with use of public access catalog; • Assists students and faculty with online searches and research projects; • Plans and carries out student instruction program for school library media center; • Communicates with students and parents through conferences and other means; • Prepares and administers budget for media center; • Participates in curriculum development, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship, as requested; • Maintains licensure at the state and/or national level; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps skills up-to-date; • Establishes and maintains positive rapport with students; • Implements a classroom management policy that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff; • Administers standardized tests in accordance with established procedures; • Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies; • Confers with faculty about provision of appropriate materials for classroom instruction. • Confers with parents, faculty, public librarians, and community organizations to develop programs to enrich student communications skills; • Takes responsibility for and participates in a meaningful and continuous process of professional development that results in the enhancement of student learning; • Investigates technologies that will improve services; • To instruct students in the location, use and choice of appropriate materials, both print and non-print; • To aid teachers/staff in the location and choice of materials, both print and non-print, applicable for curriculum demands; • To select materials which meet curriculum needs, provide enjoyment and promote leisure activities  that are age-appropriate and interest-targeted; • To establish media center policies and review them periodically, making adjustments when needed; • To manage the media center as a flexible, multi-tasking learning environment; • Manage all reading programs assigned to the media specialist such as Accelerated Reader; • Maintain and care for equipment assigned to the media center; • Maintain a professional learning center for educators; • Provide training on equipment and services provided in the media center; • Assumes responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to school; • Perform other duties as assigned by administration.