POSITION DESCRIPTION 815 S Oakdale Ave
Medford, Oregon
JOB TITLE: Administrative Intern
CLASSIFICATION: Administrative
SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
CONTRACT: 210 Days
GENERAL STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Administrative Intern assists the principal in all phases of operation in the school including: instructional leadership; school-wide behavior management programs; curriculum development and implementation; budget, and other areas related to the general operation of the school. The completion of these tasks may frequently require work before and after the regular school day.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The Administrative Intern will report to the Director of Elementary/Secondary Education and will be evaluated in consultation by the principal of primary building assignment.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
The Administrative Intern supervises areas of activity and classified personnel as designated by the principal.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Administrative Intern conducts the following major functions as assigned by the building principal:
1. Assists the principal in the development of staff and peer coaching related to effective instructional practices.
2. Assists the principal in the development, coordination and implementation of school-wide behavior management plans and coordinates activities of staff related to individual student management issues as assigned by the principal.
3. Assists the principal with general management as assigned (e.g. covering classes, scheduling, conducting inventory, ordering materials, handling safety committee, accident reports, etc.).
4. Chairs or attends meetings (e.g. curriculum, safety, site advisory, special district committees, etc.) for the purpose of coordinating activities and insuring that outcomes achieve school, district and/or state objectives.
5. Coordinates or assists with the organization and supervision of special programs/activities (e.g. field trips, festivals, science fairs, etc.).
6. Communicates with a wide variety of personnel (e.g. parents, staff, students, other district personnel, public, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, problem solving and maintaining a positive view of the school both internally and externally.
7. Manages a variety of school administrative functions (e.g. facility maintenance, student safety, staffing, etc.) for the purpose of enforcing school, district and state policy and maintaining safety and efficiency of school operations within district guidelines.
8. Prepares and presents materials/information (e.g. student incident reports, schedules, correspondence, audits, etc.) to a wide variety of personnel for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information, gaining feedback and ensuing adherence to district policies and procedures.
9. Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine program/service effectiveness.
10. Participate in the interviewing, selection, orientation and recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal.
11. Monitor and work with the students who are excessively absent, using school district policies for attendance.
12. Ability to attend extracurricular activities scheduled during the day and/or in the evening.
13. Participate in community activities (to the extent possible and appropriate) that foster rapport and mutual respect between the district and the larger community. Emphasize and nurture two-way communication between the school and the community.
14. Continue to pursue leadership opportunities that will enhance decision making, strengthen communication and interpersonal skills.
15. Ability to keep current on changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals/other publications and discussing concerns of mutual interest with others in the field.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
1. Performs any other duties as assigned by building principal.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge:
1. Of child growth and development.
2. Of teaching, learning, classroom management and discipline.
3. Of instructional materials and media.
4. Of current educational trends, organizational patterns and management techniques.
5. Of counseling and guidance techniques with students and adults.
6. Of the role and utilization of auxiliary services.
7. Of curriculum in his/her teaching assignment.
8. Of testing and evaluation.
9. Of guidance and counseling.
10. Of social agencies dealing with children.
11. Of community resources.
12. Of school rules and regulations
13. Of state laws and safety procedures which apply to students.
14. Of school and district procedures for dealing with students, staff and others.
15. Of school district procedures for resolving conflicts and supervising students.
Skills:
1. Ability to work harmoniously with parents, staff and administrators.
2. Ability to speak and write effectively.
3. Ability to make decisions.
4. Ability in evaluation techniques.
5. Ability to provide leadership.
6. Ability to adapt to new situations.
7. Ability to manage a classroom.
8. Ability to use individual and group dynamics.
9. Ability to use a variety of effective, imaginative and appropriate teaching techniques.
10. Ability to provide effective instruction.
11. Ability to delegate responsibility.
12. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
13. Ability to perform physical labor, when required.
Attitudes:
1. Demonstrated ability to show a positive attitude toward all aspects of work.
2. Demonstrated ability to accept responsibility.
3. Demonstrated ability to accept the principles of honesty, integrity, and accuracy in all matters pertaining to district operations.
4. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with co-workers, students and staff.
5. Demonstrated ability to accept direction and supervision.
6. Demonstrated ability to adjust to new conditions and situations.
7. Demonstrated ability to use effective problem solving techniques.
8. Demonstrated ability to ask for and accept suggestions from staff.
9. Demonstrated ability to engage in a continuous inservice training program.
10. Demonstrated ability to engage in an attitude of fairness, flexibility, patience and empathy.
Education and Experience:
1. Successful teaching experience.
2. Successful administrative or supervisory experience desirable.
3. Must hold a Baccalaureate or Master’s Degree (preferred) from an accredited administrator training college or university.
4. Hold a valid Oregon administrator license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Activity / N/A / Rarely / Occasionally / Often / ContinuouslyClimbing / x
Stooping / x
Kneeling / x
Reaching / x
Standing / x
Sitting / x
Walking / x
Pushing / x
Pulling / x
Sweeping / x
Talking / x
Seeing / x
Hearing / x
Driving: Yes x No Comments:
Other Conditions:
Lifting Requirements:
x / Light (20 pounds maximum)Medium (50 pounds maximum)
Heavy (100 pounds maximum)
Other Conditions:
Environmental Conditions:
Mainly indoorsx / Both inside and outside
Mainly outside
Other Conditions:
Personal Protection Equipment/Training:
1. Bloodborne pathogen training.
2. Blood spill training.
3. Location of first aid kits.
4. Pre-employment fingerprinting and screening for illegal drugs.
5. Valid Oregon Driver's License.
EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTThis position description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such, it is not necessarily all inclusive, and the position may require other essential and/or non-essential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein.
Employee Signature: / Date:
Board Adopted:
MEDFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT 549C