School Psychologist/Social Worker (Dual Language Program)
Full Time
Denver, CO
Posted
Job description
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. (303) 853-1000, or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.
Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. (303) 853-1000, or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.
LICENSED VACANCY
Position is for the 2023-2024 school year
Position is for the 2023-2024 school year
POSITION: School Psychologist/Social Worker (Dual Language Program)
LOCATION: Adventure Elementary / Meadow Community School
PAY RANGE: $54,000 - $112,164 Annual Salary
CALENDAR: 190 Days
REPORTS TO: School Director
SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW:
As a Dual Language Immersion EL Education partnership school, Adventure Elementary provides an educational experience that values intellectual rigor, respect, and inclusion for the diversity of abilities and cultures, biliteracy, and service to our community. The goal of Adventure’s dual language program is to allow English learners and English-proficient students to receive instruction in English and Spanish. Currently, Adventure’s dual language program is implemented in preschool, kindergarten, and first grade. Another grade level will be added each year as we grow our program, however, all Adventure students will have the opportunity to expand their cultural awareness and understanding through experiences with bilingualism and biliteracy. The long-term academic success of students is supported by Adventure’s commitment to understanding grade-level standards, introducing purposeful vocabulary instruction, and implementing thoughtfully planned lessons that expose students to rigorous, challenging, and engaging work. To learn more about Adventure’s culture, please visit Adventure Elementary.
Adventure teachers design and provide rigorous, standards-based instruction using curricular resources. They create a safe, supportive, and caring classroom community for students. Adventure teachers regularly analyze student work to appropriately respond to student misunderstandings to assure students are making progress towards standards.
1. COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS: We believe we are all constantly learning to refine our skills around research-based teaching and learning. We anchor in feedback, data, and research. We work towards common shared goals through continuous professional growth. Professional learning takes many forms including active participation in learning about our dual language enrichment model, Gomez & Gomez.
2. STUDENT-CENTERED: Adventure teachers engage in student-centered decision-making using research and data. We put students' needs first while providing each student with equitable opportunities to access grade-level standards. We engage in inclusive practices. We work collaboratively. We believe students have the right to productively struggle with rigorous work and it is our job to provide scaffolds and various entrypoints to accelerate their learning.
3. BILITERACY IS A GIFT: As a Dual Language school, we embed oral language and literacy development in all that we do. We believe biliteracy is a gift we share with our students by holding them to high academic standards in two languages.
Meadow Community School is a K-8 Nature and Science school grounded in ten common principles: 1) Learning to use one’s mind well, 2) Less is more: depth over coverage, 3) Goals apply to all students, 4) Personalization, 5) Student-as-worker, teacher-as-coach, 6) Demonstration of mastery, 7) A tone of decency and trust., 8) Commitment to the entire school, 9) Resources dedicated to teaching and learning, and 10) Democracy and equity.
Meadow Community School is a K-8 Nature and Science school grounded in ten common principles: 1) Learning to use one’s mind well, 2) Less is more: depth over coverage, 3) Goals apply to all students, 4) Personalization, 5) Student-as-worker, teacher-as-coach, 6) Demonstration of mastery, 7) A tone of decency and trust., 8) Commitment to the entire school, 9) Resources dedicated to teaching and learning, and 10) Democracy and equity.
Meadow’s strong and supportive relationship with the local community encourages students to explore the world, starting in their own backyard. To learn more about the school culture, please visit Meadow Community.
WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS:
In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits Page
QUALIFICATIONS:
In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits Page
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must hold a Special Services Provider license from the Colorado Department of Education with a School Psychologist endorsement.
- Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, *or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework. *
- Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish required. (must be able to read, write, and speak both languages fluently)
- Background in bilingual education and/or language acquisition preferred.
- Articulate and act on a personal vision that directly relates to the district’s vision of Superior Quality Education for All.
- Identifies and addresses the diverse needs of learners in order to provide expanded opportunities and support for learner success.
- Establishes and maintains a strong collaborative and consultative working relationship with staff and parents.
- Exhibits commitments and competencies ensuring an integrated delivery model of service, including the demonstration of skills in developing and delivering counseling services.
- Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to the IEP process and a standards-based system of designing and delivering services and assessments.
- Demonstrates and models’ high expectations for all students to succeed.
- Understands that Special Education paperwork is an essential part of the position; organizes and completes paperwork on time and documents important events and contacts.
- Demonstrates effective time management, including completion of assessments, evaluations, and special education paperwork.
- Attends and/or facilitates student centered/parent friendly IEP meetings.
- Works collaboratively with administration, school, and District staff.
- Provides professional staff development as needed.
- Provides direct services to students and communicates effectively with parents.
- Supports behavior interventions for students and provides staff with effective strategies and interventions as needed.
- Understands and complies with all state and federal rules and regulations.
- Must be flexible and or adaptable to changing needs of schools, students, and meeting schedules.
METHODS OF APPLICATION:
- External applicants must complete an application online at: Work in Mapleton!
- Current Mapleton employees are required to e-mail a letter of interest and resume to Human Resources at HR@mapleton.us
SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS
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