9 jobs found in Westwood

Job Description The Westwood Public Schools is committed to active equity-based, anti-racist education and the creation of a welcoming and inclusive school community in partnership with parents and community members. NATURE AND SCOPE The teacher plans, delivers, and implements effective instruction and assesses student learning in accordance with state curriculum frameworks and district goals. The teacher creates an educational environment in which all students are safe and achieve. The teacher collaborates with other professionals and students' families to help students succeed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES - Plan engaging lessons with clear and measurable objectives that are relevant to the appropriate curriculum and the students in the class. - Manage class operation by enforcing high academic and behavioral expectations, implementing routines, anticipating potential problems and taking appropriate preventative measures, and treating all students with respect....

Job Description Nature and Scope: The Literacy Specialist works directly with both teachers and students to support literacy development in students K-5. The Specialist works with students in general and special education, providing targeted instruction and intervention in literacy skills including decoding, reading fluency, and encoding. The Specialist supports teachers in a variety of ways, including individual and small-group coaching, co-teaching, modeling, and consultation. The Specialist supports the whole school in administering assessments, analyzing data, participating in Child Study Teams, developing and facilitating literacy professional learning, and collaborates with the district-wide Literacy Specialist team. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: Provides direct reading intervention and instruction for students Provide instructional coaching to teachers by modeling effective literacy practices, co-planning lessons, observing instruction, and offering...

Job Description NATURE AND SCOPE The district Physcial therapist lead the process in development, implementation, and coordination of the Physcial therapy program. Screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, therapeutic intervention, and exit planning is provided for students identified with or suspected of having disabilities that interfere with their ability to perform motor based school activities or participate in necessary or desired school activities. Professional judgment and clinical knowledge are used to develop individualized programming based on physical performance deficits in the areas of motor development and participation in motor based activities across the school day. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES - The Physcial therapist regularly collaborates with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. (pre-k to 22) - The physical therapist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention...

Job Description POSITION Purchasing and Operations Coordinator Full-time, 40 hours per week Annual Salary: 60,500 to 68,000 Classification: 2 Additional benefits per Admin Assistant contract (please see Employment Agreements on website) REPORTS TO Director of Finance and Operations NATURE AND SCOPE The Purchasing and Operations Coordinator provides direct business support to the Food Service and Facilities Departments, with a generally equal division of work between departments. Functions include but are not limited to: purchasing, billing for accounts receivable, preparation of invoices for accounts payable, capital project management, data processing, payroll, and scheduling. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES The essential duties of this position include: Food Service Department Processing purchase orders in the financial system for food and non-food items Billing for catering services and outstanding student balances Preparing invoices for...

Job Description REPORTS TO Building Special Education Administrator/Director of Student Services Principal NATURE AND SCOPE The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will provide development and direct supervision of ABA programming in the district for a total of 25-30 hours of case supervision as indicated on IEP's and to district programs. Services may include: functional behavioral assessment, behavior plan development, development of individualized skill building curricula, staff and parent training, and consultation to all team members. The candidate will provide these services both in the school setting and also in home settings as indicated on IEP's. The candidate may be required to work a schedule (ex. 11am - 6pm) that allows for service delivery in both the school and home setting. A highly qualified candidate for this role will have: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES * evaluation of student functioning in all key domains * development of programs using...

Job Description Nature & Scope 4 hours per day to ride van with a student to/from home to out of district school. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES - Expertly provides complex comprehensive assessments; displays advanced clinical knowledge when establishing a plan of care; observes and documents student responses; evaluates data to revise the plan. - Conducts detailed and individualized assessment of student needs, analyzes the results and shares it with colleagues, students and parents appropriately. - Ensures that medications are administered by designated individuals and release forms are signed and appropriately stored. Shares knowledge of medication and importance of compliance with students. - Is successful in promoting wellness through classroom presentations that inspire students to assume active roles in furthering a healthy lifestyle in the school. - Effectively plans and implements lessons/supports that set clear and high expectations and make...

Job Description POSITION ___________________________________________________________________________ Director of Food Service REPORTS TO________________________________________________________________________ Director of Finance and Operations NATURE AND SCOPE_________________________________________________________________ Westwood Public Schools is seeking a creative and experienced culinary professional with excellent communication skills to lead our school nutrition program across seven schools. At Westwood, we take pride in our state-of-the-art school kitchens, dedicated staff, and strong community support. Our district of about 3,000 students is known for excellence in teaching and learning and for fostering a culture of professional growth in our staff. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced. The school nutrition program is self-funded with annual revenue of approximately $1.3 million. In...

Job Description POSITION ___________________________________________________________________________ Kitchen Manager REPORTS TO________________________________________________________________________ Director of Food Service NATURE AND SCOPE_________________________________________________________________ Westwood Public Schools is seeking a Kitchen Manager to coordinate the kitchen operations for our school nutrition program across six school buildings. At Westwood, we take pride in our state-of-the-art school kitchens, dedicated staff, and strong community support. Our district of about 3,000 students is known for excellence in teaching and learning and for fostering a culture of professional growth in our staff. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced. The school nutrition program is self-funded with annual revenue of approximately $1.3 million. In addition to the high school and middle school...

Job Description REPORTS TO: Building Principal/Administrative designee (evaluates and supervises) & Town-wide Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA/special educator - supervises) NATURE AND SCOPE: Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) tutors are behavior development professionals requiring formal education in education, psychology, behavior analysis or a related field of study. ABA tutors study how behavior is influenced by environmental and other factors using reward systems to reinforce positive, learned behaviors. School based ABA tutors work with special education Team members, parents, Board Certified Behavior Analysts and other clinicians to support students in accessing their Individualized Education Program goals. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: * Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) tutors apply the principles of behavior analysis to treat students with disabilities who demonstrate significant behaviors. These may include social skills, reading, math,...