Education OPT Jobs in Arizona

PAY GRADE: J

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This is the highest level within the series. Incumbents tutor students in a variety of subjects and skills. Duties include: creating educational plans; documenting and monitoring student progress; meeting with parents, students, and other resource providers; and preparing lesson plans under direction of a certified teacher.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Tutors students in assigned curricular areas before school, during lunch, and after school, focusing on specific concepts which are difficult or need reinforcement.
• Modifies classroom materials for individual student needs.
• Assists in preparing lesson plans in assigned area of responsibility that address student modifications and accommodations.
• Documents services provided to students in compliance with applicable guidelines and/or programs.
• Participates in the development of student goals and objectives.
• Documents and monitors student progress. Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to review individual student needs.
• Participates in coordinating student testing and reassessments to determine current needs and/or progress. Maintains related records.
• Maintains a variety of student records and information in assigned area of responsibility.
• Facilitates in-services and instructs staff on educational techniques, integration, modifications, adaptations, and accommodations for classrooms and/or students for functional educational performance.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: (positions in this class typically require):

Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree, depending on assignment and one year of instructional or substitute teaching experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: (positions in this class typically require):

Licensing Requirements:

• Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)
• Substitute certification is preferred.

Some positions may require:

• State of Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners Licensure;
• National Certification in Occupational Therapy;
• First Aid and CPR Certifications;
• Training in Basic Life Support Certification;
• Heimlich Certification.

KNOWLEDGE: (position requirements at entry):

Knowledge of:

• Instructional strategies;
• Assigned subject matter;
• Principles and practices in assigned area of responsibility;
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Customer service principles;
• Computer operations;
• Knowledge of programs and procedures in assigned area of responsibility;
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and standards;
• Classroom operations and activities.

SKILLS: (position requirements at entry):

Skill in:

• Training employees on work methods and procedures;
• Tutoring students in applicable academic areas;
• Monitoring and assisting children with activities;
• Using office equipment;
• Dealing patiently with children;
• Maintaining order, discipline, and interest of children;
• Performing mathematical calculations;
• Providing customer service;
• Gathering and organizing data;
• Solving problems;
• Preparing lesson plans;
• Writing and creating written documents;
• Preparing and maintaining student records;
• Utilizing a computer and related software applications;
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
• Preparing memos, letters, and/or other related written correspondence;
• Reading and interpreting information from schedules, memos, and/or other written documentation;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to odors, extreme temperatures, and intense noises.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work Retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.