Writing Center Coordinator

Position Type:
Support Staff
Date Posted:
1/10/2024
Location:
Glenbard West
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
Until FilledJOB POSTING ID #9112 (Revised hourly rate)
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
Position
Writing Center Coordinator
Building
Glenbard West
Position Type
Seasonal
Term
181 days
Hours
4 hours per day, during lunch periods 10:15am-1:42pm
Licensed Required
ELS(PARA), SUB, or PEL
Supervisor
Assistant Principal for Student Services
Rate of Pay
$45.95 per hour
Start Date
ASAP
Position Summary
The qualified candidate will perform duties and responsibilities necessary to support the area to which they are assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements

• Technology-literate with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, etc.
• ELS (Paraprofessional), Substitute, or Educator license required
• Aide approval license from R.O.E. or valid IL Teaching Certificate.
• Ability to thrive in a self-directed position.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills.
• A working knowledge of writing mechanics and the writing process.
• Professional Educator License with endorsement in English preferred.
• Positive attitude toward working with students of various levels of maturity and academic abilities.
• Good rapport with adolescents
• Working knowledge of digital curriculum, iPad technology and digital platforms.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as correspondence, surveys and electronic media.
• Ability to write professional communications
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to complete and apply basic mathematics concepts
• Ability to respond to questions from individuals and groups
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Familiarity with testing administration (for instructional positions)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, operate duplicating machines and computer equipment; reach with hands and arms; and will frequently repeat actions with the same hand, arm, or finger motion such as when typing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, the ability to withstand long-term use of video display terminals (VDT) is required.
• The employee may occasionally lift up to 30 pounds such as reference books.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The pace of work tasks would be considered as fast.
• Work is usually conducted at one job site, however, on occasion, this employee will be required to attend meetings, conferences, or workshops and events at other sites as assigned.

Direct Questions To:
Mr. Peter Baker
Assistant Principal for Student Services
Peter_Baker@glenbard.org
Glenbard West H.S.
630-469-8600
Interested parties should fill out the online application at District 87 - Employment
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.
Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, veteran, military status or an unfavorable discharge from service, or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, the Boy Scouts Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.