Springfield Platteview Community Schools
Elementary Administrative Intern Position
Qualifications: The Elementary Administrative Intern will have a Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university and hold a current Nebraska Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in a field related to elementary (K-6) education. Hold a Masters Degree in Educational Administration or in a program towards an Administrative Degree. A minimum of three years of successful teaching experience is required.
Length of Contract and Hours: Will follow the length of service as outlined in the Negotiated Agreement - Plus any additional days deemed necessary.
Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal
General Job Description: Under the general supervision of the building principal, the Administrative Intern will provide instructional support to all certified staff members to promote student achievement. Administrative interns provide support to the building principal and other staff members in areas including, but not limited to, instruction, differentiation, assessment, classroom management, professional development, and student discipline.
Specific Job Functions:
The following description is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities associated with this position. It is not meant to be an inclusive list of every task or responsibility.
- Assists the building principal with all aspects related to instructional and building leadership.
- Leads professional development activities for certified staff members, as assigned.
- Monitors all building, district, and state assessments as directed by the principal.
- Assists teachers with the implementation of instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Assists teachers with curriculum modification and differentiation strategies to meet the needs of all children.
- Assists with behavior management plans and student discipline.
- Supports the building’s school improvement efforts.
- Assists the principal with instructional and building leadership activities.
- Assists in the evaluation of classified staff as outlined by the building principal.
- Assists the principal with the maintenance of all curricular programs, assessments, and protocols.
- Attends IEP/MDT meetings, as appropriate, and may serve as the district representative as needed.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere at school.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Maintains a regular and predictable attendance history while employed by the district.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and education pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
- Knowledge of elementary curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, student discipline, and staff supervision.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical Requirements:
- Employee required physical activities listed below ( N=Never; O= Occasional, 1 to 33% of the time; F= Frequent, 34-66% of the time; C= continuous of 67% or more of the time).
- Sitting = O
- Standing = F
- Walking = F
- Lifting/ Carrying (0-20 lbs.) = O
- Lifting/ Carrying (20+ lbs.) = O
- Squatting = O
- Bending = O
- Kneeling = O
- Crawling = N
- Climbing = N
- Balancing = N
- Reaching Overhead = O
- Reaching Forward = O
- Push/ Pull = O
- Twisting = N