Data Specialist (Online job #238)

DAYS/HOURS:  247 days plus 13 holidays

                 8 hours per day includes .5 hour unpaid lunch

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:  As per Benefit and Compensation Plan for Confidential Employees                                                                                  

REQUIREMENTS:  1.   Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.

2. Experience with PIMS as a PIMS administrator dealing with all data collections, state updates, and working with supervisors.

3. Experience with PowerSchool as a comprehensive student information system.
4. Ability to easily grasp new ideas, concepts, methods and technologies and have excellent communication, interpersonal, technical, problem solving and analytical skills.
5. Must attend webinars, meetings, and/or conferences conducted by state and/or information system vendors.
6. Ability to function in a team environment and demonstrate team leadership skills.
7. Must be organized, able to manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks appropriately.
8. Must have good communicate skills both verbally and in writing.
9. Must possess the ability to work at tasks with extended attention to detail.
10. Must possess the ability to interact with others in a positive manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  This diversified position provides the technological assistance required to support the work of the Technology Department and Administrative Team in the district. Whereas the work scope could relate to any or all school district technology support, the primary emphasis is maintaining systems and collecting necessary data from various district used programs and systems for completion of reports.   This person much be motivated to learn and create new and efficient processes to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.  More specific responsibilities:

1. 1. Experience with building database queries joining multiple tables using SQL query language.
   2. Ability to create, organize, and maintain the structure of the reporting available as well as provide direction to the district staff on where and how to retrieve information.
   3. Experience with data extraction from SIS and district applications to produce reports as requested by administration and school district staff.
   4. Ability to create PowerSchool SIS reports to proactively assist with data validation.
   5. Work with third party vendors as necessary to generate files from district data systems to external data systems.
   6. Coordinate data entry, data maintenance, and data correction in district information systems for PIMS reporting.
   7. Ability to test new PowerSchool technologies (plug-ins) on district test server and make recommendations to the district.
   8. Maintains one or more test servers to provide access to data from prior school years and to test system updates/changes before performing on production server.
   9. Creates and manages PowerSchool accounts for administrators, teachers, and other staff.
   10. Ability to verify proper access levels as are assigned in SIS.
   11. Communicate with company hosting SIS server and with district staff regarding SIS outages due to system maintenance.
   12. Any projects or assignments as assigned by the Director of Technology.

Grs. 5/6 ES Special Ed. Teacher - Skyview Upper Elem. School - position available immediately. (online posting #244)

Anticipated Special Ed. Teacher(s) (online posting #232)

Office Assistant - Eagleville Elementary (online job #242)

Methacton School District is seeking a PT Office Assistant at Eagleville Elementary School. 

• Hours of Work: 10:45am - 3:45pm - 5 paid hours/day 
• Compensation: $18.87/hr.
• Benefits as per CBA with MESPA

Responsibilities include following prescribed routines and procedures as directed by building principal to include copying, typing, filing and record keeping. Must possess proficient knowledge and experience using current office technology including Microsoft Office Suite. 

Deadline to submit: Wednesday, 12/9.

• 2nd shift Tues.-Sat. Custodian - HS (online posting #236)

Methacton contracts all our per diem substitutes, long-term subs and guest teachers through Substitute Teacher Service (STS).  STS is located in Aston, PA with additional offices in Lancaster, Harrisburg, Hatboro-Horsham, as well as Newport, DE.  They service several districts in the tri-county area.  Please visit their website at www.thesubservice.com or contact them by phone at 610-566-6466 (outside the 610 area call 800-357-SUBS) for additional information. Application can be made online through their website.

The Guest Teacher program is designed for people with a 4 yr. Bachelor's degree who are interested in substitute teaching. You can go through a training program and become emergency certified to substitute. Please check out STS's website for more details and to submit an application.

CASUAL CUSTODIANS

We are looking for interested applicants to add to our substitute list in the area of Custodial Operations.  Applications are being accepted for this area only.  Hours of work will vary based on our need but are typically 2nd shift (evening) hours. Pay rate for casual custodians is $14.65/hr. 

Qualified applicants should apply through the online link at the top of this page. (Online posting #220)

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS - Casual-On-Call (Subs)

We are looking for qualified candidates to work in special ed classrooms under the direction of the Spec. Ed. teacher and/or supervisor. Rate of pay: $12.75/hr. 

Responsibilities inc. but are not limited to, working with the students to stay focused during classroom instruction, small group reinforcement as directed by teacher, supporting the teacher as needed, accompanying students to expressive arts classes, etc. 

Requirements:  Must have a minimum of 2 years of college beyond high school and be highly qualified as an instructional assistant; teacher certification a plus; must have current clearances.

Interested qualified applicants should apply through the online link at the top of this page. (Online posting #230)

PERSONAL CARE AIDES - Casual-On-Call (Subs) 

We are looking for qualified applicants to work one-on-one with special needs students.  Applicants should be compassionate and able to assist students with their individual needs.  Rate of pay: $12.75/hr.

Requirements:  High school diploma at a minimum; first aid/CPR training preferred; ABA training a plus; must have current clearances.

Interested applicants should apply through the  online link at the top of this page. (Online posting #231)

CASUAL BUS AIDES

We are looking for interested applicants to add to our Casual-On Call substitute list for Bus Aides.  Hours of work vary based on need Monday through Friday. Pay rate for Casual Bus Aides is $12.75/hour. 
 
Requirements include HS Diploma or Equivalent, current Act 34, Act 151, and FBI Fingerprint clearances and good communication skills.
 
Qualified applicants should apply through the  online link at the top of this page.  (Online posting #237)

CASUAL NURSES

We are looking for interested applicants for our substitute Nurse list. Hours vary depending on need and building level. Pay rate for sub nurses is $30.00/hour. Requirements include current nursing license (RN) and current Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Fingerprint clearances.
 
Qualified applicants should apply through General Health Resources (GHR). 

FIRST STUDENT - Part Time Bus Drivers