14 jobs found in arcadia

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY CUSTODIAN JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Custodial experience preferred. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements related to assignment. Knowledge of custodial procedures and equipment. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to read and follow instructions. Ability to work harmoniously with custodial staff. Ability to organize and establish priorities. Ability to perform minor repairs to equipment, building and grounds. Ability to stand for long periods of time. REPORTS TO: Head Custodian/Coordinator of Custodial Services JOB GOAL To provide care, maintenance, cleanliness and safety of the school plant and grounds for the students and staff....

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY CERTIFIED SCHOOL COUNSELOR JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree from an accredited educational institution. Florida certification in Guidance and Counseling. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to read, interpret, and follow State Board of Education rules, Code of Ethics, School Board policies, and appropriate state and federal statutes. Knowledge and understanding of human development and the unique needs and characteristics of students served. Knowledge and understanding of guidance and counseling principles, programs, and services. Knowledge of tests and measurement theory. Knowledge of community resources and services available for student assistance. Knowledge of high school graduation requirements, state scholarship programs, financial aid, military, and career programs. Knowledge of exceptional...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY TEACHER, MIDDLE SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Valid Florida teacher certification in appropriate area. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods. Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to education. Knowledge of School Board policies and practices as they relate to teaching. Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, and others. Ability to...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST-SECONDARY MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE (GR. 6-12) JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree or higher from an accredited educational institution or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Valid Florida certification in the appropriate area or Florida certification in progress Educational Leadership Certification or Educational Leadership Certification in progress/completed by the end of the third year in the position Three (3) years of teaching experience Extensive experience aligning curriculum and instructional materials to the written, taught, and assessed curriculum; Experience providing and planning professional development; and Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and families KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Speech/Language Pathology and/or Communication Disorders from an accredited educational institution. Master's degree from an accredited educational institution preferred. Valid Florida certification in Speech/Language Pathology and /or State of Florida licensure in Speech/Language Pathology, Department of Professional Regulations or the Department of Health. Successful experience working with children, preferably in a school setting. Valid Florida driver's license. Must be able to travel to various schools, as needed. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of federal and state regulations and district guidelines as they relate to implementation of the speech and language impaired program. Comprehensive knowledge about assessment and...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY INTERPRETER - DEAF/ HARD OF HEARING I JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of one is required: National certification from Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Bachelor's Degree and *EIPA score of 3.5 or higher Bachelor's Degree and Sign Language/Transliteration skills assessment during interview * Education Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA). Satisfactory criminal background checks and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) (vocabulary, syntax, morphology) structures. Ability to understand and utilize a variety of communication modes used by students and ability to voice, interpret the signed communications of students. Ability to work in a classroom setting; establish and maintain working relationships with staff, support personnel, counselors, principals, parents, medical personnel, and students....

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Master's degree from an accredited educational institution preferred. Valid Florida license as an occupational therapist. Successful experience working with children, preferably in a school setting. Valid Florida driver's license. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of federal and state regulations for exceptional student education (ESE). Knowledge of the needs of the diverse classroom. Knowledge of current trends in therapy techniques. Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions. Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY TEACHER, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Valid Florida teacher certification in appropriate area. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum including emergent and early literacy. Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles. Ability to use varied teaching methods. Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to education. Knowledge of School Board policies and practices as they relate to teaching. Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY TEACHER, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Valid Florida teacher certification in appropriate area. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum including emergent and early literacy. Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles. Ability to use varied teaching methods. Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to education. Knowledge of School Board policies and practices as they relate to teaching. Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY TEACHER, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Valid Florida teacher certification in appropriate area. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum including emergent and early literacy. Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles. Ability to use varied teaching methods. Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to education. Knowledge of School Board policies and practices as they relate to teaching. Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY TEACHER, MIDDLE SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Valid Florida teacher certification in appropriate area. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods. Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to education. Knowledge of School Board policies and practices as they relate to teaching. Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, and others. Ability to...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY BUS DRIVER - OPERATOR JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Must be 21 years of age. Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B, with airbrake, passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements. Must be physically capable of safely operating a motor vehicle and/or mechanized machinery in accordance with the job description. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to read, speak and write in the English language. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to operate a bus in a safe and economical manner. Ability to pass an annual physical examination and meet all requirements mandated by law. Ability to relate to students, parents and school system personnel. Knowledge of characteristics of exceptional education...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY INTERPRETER - DEAF/ HARD OF HEARING II JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of one is required: Associate's Degree and *EIPA- score of 3.5 or higher Associates degree and Sign Language/Transliteration skills assessment during interview * Education Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA). Satisfactory criminal background checks and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) (vocabulary, syntax, morphology) structures. Ability to understand and utilize a variety of communication modes used by students and ability to voice, interpret the signed communications of students. Ability to work in a classroom setting; establish and maintain working relationships with staff, support personnel, counselors, principals, parents, medical personnel, and students. Demonstrate knowledge of Deaf culture in contrast to hearing culture. Demonstrate...

Job Description SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY TEACHER, HIGH SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution. Valid Florida teacher certification in appropriate area. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods. Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to education. Knowledge of School Board policies and practices as they relate to teaching. Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, and others. Ability to plan,...