PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT CERTIFIED JOB CLASSIFICATION POSITION TITLE: NOVICE TEACHER/MENTORING SPECIALIST I QUALIFICATIONS: + Valid Arkansas Educator’s License + Master’s Degree + Five years of successful Teaching Experience + Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks + Ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources/Director for Human Resources JOB GOALS: Assist the Novice Teacher/Mentoring Specialist with coordinating district-level mentoring for all novice teachers as required by State and District mandates. Assist the Novice Teacher/Mentoring Specialist with collecting pertinent data and preparing reports as required by the State, as well as coordinating and providing training for novice teachers. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: + Exhibit professionalism that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to collaborate well with adult learners, administrators, and the community at large. + Exhibit a high level of confidentiality related to ethics and professionalism + Assist the Novice Teacher/Mentoring Specialist II with the District’s recruitment and retention efforts of instructional personnel + Assist the Novice Teacher/Mentoring Specialist II with assisting novice teachers with attaining a standard Arkansas Educator’s License + Assist the Novice Teacher/Mentoring Specialist II in supporting novice teachers with state testing requirements and professional development requirements needed for licensure. + Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development, program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment, and diagnosis, and assist with selecting research-based materials for novice teachers. + Assist with data analysis and creation of a plan of support for novice teachers + Maintain current knowledge of effective practices in the area of research-based curricula, instruction, and assessment practices for the purpose of professional development + Assist with developing high-quality, job-embedded professional development for novice teachers + Must have reliable transportation to enable travel within the District to meet the needs of novice teachers and instructional stakeholders. + Know Board of Education policies, District and school guidelines, and regulations and adhere to the same + Implement the PCSSD Desegregation Plan + Perform other duties as assigned TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary Range: Teacher Salary Schedule (Placement depends upon education and experience.) Length of Contract: 225 days per year Eligible for Benefits: Yes EVALUATION: Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the PCSSD Board Policy on Certified Personnel. It is the policy of PCSSD to provide equal opportunities without regard to age, race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability or veterans in its educational programs and activities, educational services, financial aid and employment. Position Type: Full-time Positions Available: 1 Job Categories: