What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor Project Search position at Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools?
Instructor Project Search
Job Code: 80065
Job Family/Function: 67 - Education Administration Professionals\Exceptional Education
FLSA: Exempt
Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Teacher
Pay Grade: MNPS.201_
Duration (days/year): 201
Locations(s): School-Based
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Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the administrator and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Project SEARCH Instructor will help develop and coordinate the Project SEARCH program and provide instruction for students enrolled. The Project SEARCH Instructor delivers the employability skills curriculum and works with each intern's team to reach the goal of competitive employment.
What you will do
- Recruit appropriate students with disabilities for Project SEARCH program. Attend IEP meetings for possible student recruits.
- Connect students to appropriate community services such as State Rehabilitation Services or local Developmental Disabilities agencies through referral and eligibility processes. Identify internship sites within the host business to identify internships that build a repertoire of marketable skills that lead to competitive, integrated employment.
- Ensure that internships include measurable skills gain that is assessed according to productivity, quality, and safety benchmarks. Use VocFit and other assessment tools to evaluate intern progress, communicate with the team, and identify additional skill/task development. Facilitate regular Employment Planning Meetings with interns, families, and agency personnel to determine career interests, specific job preferences, skills, and abilities to design an individualized approach to job development.
- Identify and problem solve solutions for challenges that interfere with completion of Project SEARCH and gaining and maintaining employment. Assess intern progress frequently, communicate that progress regularly to the intern’s team and make instructional and training adjustments and provide interventions for interns who are not making progress. Develop resumes/portfolios for each intern that document measurable skills gain, internship experiences, any certifications gained, recommendations, etc.
- Use universal design concepts to design and implement accommodations and adaptations needed at the internship sites. Provide Project SEARCH employability skills curriculum in the classroom and reinforce in the internships to develop skills, knowledge and work habits leading to successful employment.
- Continuously update the Member Portal to maintain records of staff changes, interns’ internship experiences and employment outcomes including jobs gained, wages, hours worked per week, benefits taken, etc.
- Actively participate in Project SEARCH Steering Committee and onsite team meetings. Coordinate and schedule onsite skills trainers to meet the support needs of the interns. Coordinate travel training (when appropriate) through public transportation or other available transit methods.
- Work with the business liaison, onsite team, and job developer (external) to secure competitive, integrated employment at the host business or in the community.
- Bachelor's Degree in related field from an accredited institution Required
- 1-3 years 2 years of relevant classroom experience Required
- Teaching Certification/License Valid TDOE Teaching license with Special Education Certification Upon Hire Required
Starting At: $52,048.58
Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here.
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Salary : $52,049
