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Lincoln Public Schools Vacancy Bulletin

May 6, 2008
Next Vacancy Posting will be May 13, 2008 at 4:30 p.m.

All positions in this bulletin close Monday, May 12 at 4:30 p.m. unless noted otherwise.

The Human Resources Division is advertising the following vacancies. Staff wishing to apply should submit a TRANSFER REQUEST FORM to the Human Resources Department. Persons not currently on staff may apply for the listed positions or any others that may be open, by contacting Human Resources and completing the appropriate application form. All positions are posted on LPS Web Site: www.lps.org, select Human Resources, select Job Listings. They are also recorded on the HR Job Line 436-1595.

Applications for all positions can be found on line at www.lps.org/hr/applications/default2.html. The Certificated application can now be submitted on-line.

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS FOR THE 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR
DISTRICT OFFICE:
ESU 18 Assessment/Evaluation Specialist, 1.0 FTE (260 days, 8 hrs/day.): Member of the evaluation team that supports LPS in the areas of assessment, accountability, program evaluation, research, statistics and school improvement. The team includes director, evaluation and assessment specialists, teachers who work primarily on locally-developed assessments, and support staff. Masters degree required, doctorate preferred. Teaching certificate preferred. Two years experience in educational assessment desired with commitment to multicultural education. Post graduate training in educational assessment and the ability to work with teachers, administrators and parents required.
Send letter of application and resume (including list of references with complete addresses) to Dr. Nancy Biggs. If you have not previously submitted an application, the Administrator Application form can be found at: http://www.lps.org/hr. Review of applicants to begin 5/20/08 and will continue until suitable candidates are identified.
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EAST HIGH SCHOOL:
Associate Principal, 1.0 FTE, (223 days, 8 hrs/day): Work in a team setting with other administrators who are responsible for instructional leadership, student management, program development, staff appraisal,and community building in a 9-12 high school with a student population of approximately 1,500 students. Skills in leading change initiatives and establishing relationships are desired. Successful administrative or leadership experience is desired with a strong commitment to multicultural education. Must qualify for Nebraska Administrative and Supervisory certification.
Send letter of application and resume (including list of references with complete addresses) to Dr. Nancy Biggs. If you have not previously submitted an application, the Administrator Application form can be found at: http://www.lps.org/hr. Review of applicants to begin 5/12/08 and will continue until suitable candidates are identified.

NORTH STAR HIGH SCHOOL:
Associate Principal, 1.0 FTE (223 days, 8 hrs/day): North Star is a 9-12 high school with a student population of approximately 1,700 students. Duties may include curriculum development, teacher appraisal, student supervision and discipline. Successful administrative or leadership experience desired with a commitment to multicultural education. An understanding of smaller learning communities and student advocacy is necessary. Must desire to work in a team setting. Must qualify for Nebraska Administrative and Supervisory certification.
Send letter of application and resume (including list of references with complete addresses) to Dr. Nancy Biggs. If you have not previously submitted an application, the Administrator Application form can be found at: http://www.lps.org/hr. Review of applicants to begin 5/12/08 and will continue until suitable candidates are identified.

SECONDARY CERTIFICATED POSITIONS FOR THE 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR DISTRICT OFFICE: SPECIAL EDUCATION:
Psychologist 1.0 FTE
Responsible for assessing students using a range of formal and informal instruments. Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) are required. The ability to consult with parents and teachers regarding student behavior and learning skills is also important. Teaming and effective interpersonal relationship skills are essential. An understanding of Response to Intervention approach will also be required.

ECSE Teacher .8 FTE Early Childhood Evaluation Team
Responsible for participation in the referral, screen and evaluation process for children under five. Responsibilities include parent interviews, maintenance of files, screening for developmental delays, arena evaluations and paperwork compliance to meet NDE Rule 51.

Occupational Therapist .4 FTE
Responsible for pediatric case load of varying disabilities and ages (0-21) including assessment of motor development and effects of disability on educational access, development of IEP to reflect specific educational needs, direct or consultative occupational therapy services to promote independent functioning, maintain and submit appropriate records/reports, carry out general program responsibilities.

DISTRICT OFFICE: CURRICULUM:
Reading Teacher Leader 1.0 FTE Grade 6
Responsible for providing professional development classes and workshops for sixth grade teachers, and supporting sixth grade teachers with planning, problem solving, classroom demonstrations, and coaching. Applicants must provide leadership and have a commitment to implementing Grade 6 reading and writing curriculum. Master‚Äôs degree, experience teaching grade 6, and completion of other LPS literacy courses preferred. Compensation includes team leader stipend and leadership pay for teaching evening classes.

DISTRICT OFFICE: MUSIC DEPARTMENT:
Itinerant String Teacher .8 FTE
Teacher of beginning string instruction grades 4-6 with partial assignment middle school strings.

LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL:
Business Teacher 1.0 FTE
Social Studies Teacher 1.0 FTE

NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL:
Math Teacher .6 FTE

SOUTHHEAST HIGH SCHOOL:
SPED/LD Teacher 1.0 FTE

SOUTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL:
BD Teacher 1.0 FTE One Year Only

CULLER MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Reading Teacher & Liaison 1.0 FTE
Grade 6 Teacher 1.0 FTE
Math Teacher .6 FTE Grades 7/8

Title I Teacher 1.0 FTE Grade 6
Duties include working with 6th grade students that qualify for Title I services in an instructional setting under the supervision of the Principal. Candidates must meet the NCLB requirement of a highly qualified teacher. This position will support students identified as needing supplemental services in reading and math. This position will serve as a pull-out resource teacher in support of the 6th grade teams. This person will also be a member of the 6th grade Professional Learning Community.

Title I Teacher 1.0 FTE Grades 7-8 Math Support
Duties include working with students that qualify for Title I services in an instructional setting under the supervision of the Principal. Candidates must meet the NCLB requirement of a highly qualified teacher. This position will support students identified as needing supplemental services in math.

DAWES MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Grade 6 Teacher 1.0 FTE

IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Grade 6 Teacher 1.0 FTE Will teacher LA, Math Science, Social Studies

LEFLER MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Grade 7 English Teacher 1.0 FTE

SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Orchestra, Grades 7 & 8 .2 FTE

ELEMENTARY CERTIFICATED POSITIONS FOR THE 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR
CAVETT ELEMENTARY:
Grade 5 Teacher .5 FTE

K-3 Specialist Teacher .6 FTE
Share the responsibility of providing specialist classes for Kindergarten and First grade. Teach one period of computer daily.

HARTLEY ELEMENTARY:
Media Specialist .75 FTE

PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY:
Grade 5 Teacher 1.0 FTE
Library Media Specialist 1.0 FTE One Year Only

Bilingual ExCite Teacher 1.0 FTE
Early Childhood certification required. Other requirements include: teach 3 and 4 year old students in a learning and social environment, regular family visits, ability to communicate with staff, children, and families in both Spanish and English, work collaboratively with administration and other staff, enjoy young children, keep a sense of humor, show patience and consistency, and have a commitment to families who experience problems associated with low income, cultural and ethnic differences.

RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY:
Special Education Teacher .5 FTE

ROPER ELEMENTARY:
Grade 1 Teacher 1.0 FTE

WEST LINCOLN ELEMENTARY:
Literacy Support Teacher .5 FTE

ZEMAN ELEMENTARY:
RTI/Literacy Support Teacher .5 FTE

CUSTODIAN POSITIONS: (Complete Classified Application)
PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Custodial Supervisor: Requirements: HS diploma or GED, 1 year custodial experience, 1/2 year supervisor experience preferred. Hours 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Salary $16.54/hr + benefits. Close 5/12/08

FOOD SERVICE POSITIONS: (Complete Classified Application)
Food Service Workers: Accepting applications for itinerant and substitute positions for the 2008-2009 school year. Four hour shift between 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Salary: Itinerant food service worker $10.07/hr + benefits; substitute food service worker $9.73/hr.

OFFICE POSITIONS: (Complete Classified Application)
No New Listings

PARAEDUCATOR POSITIONS FOR THE 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR
IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL:
Secured Entrance Monitor, 7 hrs: Monitor students and visitors entering and exiting the building along with other duties pertaining to secured entry (such as documentation). Additional duties will involve data entry and record keeping for building programs. Must be professional, flexible and a team player. Salary per the 2008-09 negotiated agreement. Closes 5/12/08

PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY:
ExCite/Bilingual Para, 5 hrs/days, 185 day calendar: TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Must meet requirements of State Rule 11 which states at least 12 semester credit hours in early childhood/child development or the equivalent in prior training or experience. Associate Degree in Early Child Development preferred. A candidate who does not meet these requirements may be considered. At time of hire, a condition of employment is to complete 6 hours via training or experience during the first year of employment; the other 6 hours must be met by the end of the 2nd year of employment. Must be 19 years of age and meet State of NE licensing.EXCITE Para will work with 3 and 4 year old children in a learning and social environment. Some small group activities, room supervision, and other responsibilities as requested to assist the classroom teacher. Ability to communicate with staff, children, and families in both Spanish and English. Enjoy children, keep a sense of humor, show patience and consistency. Commitment to families who experience problems associated with low income, cultural and or ethnic differences. Salary per the 2008-09 negotiated agreement. Closes 5/12/08

RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY:
MH:Moderate/1:1, 5 hrs: Assigned to students with high levels of special needs. Duties include working with students in small groups or directly with a particular student. May also include assisting with bathrooming, feeding and lifting. Hours are negotiable. Salary per the 2008-09 negotiated agreement. Closes 5/12/08

ZEMAN ELEMENTARY:
RTI/Secured Entrance Monitor, 6.75 hrs: This position will require the ability to provide planned monitored reading interventions for students struggling with reading. The second part of the position will involve monitoring students and visitors entering and exiting the building, as well as performing some recordkeeping and data entry duties. Salary per the 2008-09 negotiated agreement. Closes 5/12/08

Miscellaneous Information about Paraeducator Positions:
Lincoln Public Schools is continuously taking applications for paraeducators and substitute paraeducators. The responsibilities entail a variety of duties including classroom and lunchroom supervision; assisting teachers with materials and activities; aiding a student with special needs - learning and behavioral needs, as well as mental and physical challenges. Hours range from 2 to 7 hours/day. Paraeducator salary range is $9.23 to $11.25/hr. Substitute Paraeducator salary range is $7.90 to $10.00/hr.

TECHNICIAN POSITIONS: (Complete Classified Application)
DISTRICT OFFICE: COMMUNICATIONS:
Print Center Operator, 8 hrs/day, 260 day calendar: Will operate Xerox copiers and bindery equipment. Will make minor repairs/adjustments. Computer experience a plus. Salary $26,000 to $29,000 annually. Closes 5/12/08

MAINTENANCE POSITIONS: (Complete Classified Application)
No New Listings

MENTOR POSITIONS: (Complete Mentor Application)
Mentors for Highly Gifted Students
Qualified persons needed to work with highly gifted students in the Visual Arts and the following academic areas: Math, Science, English, Social Studies, World Languages .

Requirements: University level academic standing of Junior, Senior, BA/BS or above; minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 and at least 15 semester credit hours in subject with a subject G.P.A. of 3.5 or above.

To Apply: Submit a Mentor for Highly Gifted Students application and original transcripts from colleges attended. Salary $16.14/hr. If you have questions, please call 436-1590.

TRANSPORTATION POSITIONS: (Complete Classified Application)
Lincoln Public Schools is continuously accepting applications for bus driver for regular and substitute. Regular routes are available as well as substitute positions. Route hours are typically 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. and/or 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Excellent driving record required. Great opportunity for students, retired people and those in need of extra money. Salary for regular bus driver $14.10/hr. + benefits. Salary for substitute bus driver $14.00/hr.
Part time and Substitute Transportation Paras: Positions are available to assist students with special needs while traveling on the bus to their education sites. Special needs students include those who are mentally, physically or emotionally challenged. Shift routes, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. and/or 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Part time Para Salary: $10.07/hr . Substitute Para salary: $10.01/hr.

COACHING POSITIONS:
SOUTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL:
Reserve Softball Coach Closes 5/12/08

Send letter of application and resume to:
Dave Gillespie, Athletic Director
7001 S. 14th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516

FILLED POSITIONS:
Maintenance:
Carpenter FM

Bulletin Board

Food Service Workers: Accepting applications for itinerant and substitute positions. Four hour shift between 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Salary: Itinerant food service worker $10.07/hr + benefits; substitute food service worker $9.73/hr.

Mentors for the Highly Gifted. Areas of particular need include: Math, Science and Visual Arts. For additional information, see the Mentor Listing in the vacancy bulletin on this page or contact: ccornell@lps.org.

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