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Examples Of Duties:

• Provide a fun, safe, and stimulating environment for children of parents participating in Library programs and services.
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children, at any of the Library program child care locations, by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Plan age-appropriate activities while incorporating numeracy and literacy strategies and adhering to the established program schedule.
• Promote the physical, intellectual, social, cultural and emotional well-being of the children.
• Maintain a clean child care and education environment.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents/guardians regarding the learning and behavior of children. 
• Work with parents/guardians to meet children's needs when children require care outside of staff scope, such as changing diapers and feeding.
• Maintain friendly, positive and professional relationships with staff and families in the program. 
• Adhere to safety guidelines and generate all necessary correspondence and incident/accident documentation.
• Maintain program records as directed.
• Actively participate in all trainings, meetings and special events, as necessary.
• Maintain First Aid, and Child/Infant CPR Certifications. 
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• A high school diploma or equivalent; coursework in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or related field preferred.  
• A minimum of two years of child care experience is required.

Licensure/Certification:
Possess and maintain a valid Child/Infant CPR and First Aid certifications.

Knowledge of:

• Child development stages and principles.
• Child care best practices. 
• Developmentally appropriate activities for children of varying ages.
• Methods for managing groups of children and effective management of children's behavior. 
• Safety standards, program procedures, and guidelines related to the care and supervision of children. 

Skill/Ability to:

• Engage a group of children in a variety of types of play, including songs, story times, and hands-on learning activities.
• Observe, make recommendations and change approaches in order to meet different children's needs.
• Communicate effectively with diverse and multi-cultural individuals including young children, caregivers and parents.
• Exhibit professional work habits including reliability, dependability, flexibility, creativity and demonstration of enthusiasm.
• Exercise excellent judgment regarding the care of children. 
• Work flexible, varying shifts, including evenings, weekdays and weekends.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
This is an extra-help assignment. Anyone may apply. 

Final Filing Date: Continuous

If you are interested in being considered for this position, the following materials must be electronically submitted via email in a Word or PDF format:

• Resume
• A cover letter which includes your responses to the following questions:
  1. Why are you interested in supporting young children?
  2. What makes you a good candidate for this position? 

Please include the words "Early Child Care and Education Specialist – Extra Help" in the subject line of email submission. All submitted materials should be in a Word or PDF format. Submittals that do not include all required documents (Resume and Responses to the Supplemental Questions) will not be considered. Applications are not accepted online. 

Date Posted:           February 3, 2020

Classification:          BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       7.5 hours per day (8:00AM – 3:30PM);
                                      5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                    10 months per year

Salary Range:            Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(hourly)                    starting            6 mos           18 mos           30 mos          42 mos
                                   $45.82           $48.11            $50.52            $53.04           $55.69

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $275.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Student Services Division; Special Education Department; K-12 Services;
                                    1290 Commodore Drive West; San Bruno, CA  94066

Application Deadline:          Open Until Filled

Job Summary:  Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to conduct behavioral assessments; design, implement and evaluate effectiveness of evidence based behavior support plans, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, when appropriate, for identified students with autism and other behavioral challenges; provide training, support and assistance to staff and parents; create and implement staff development activities; consult with teachers, support staff and parents concerning each child’s behavioral strengths, needs, and progress.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Provide training, support and assistance to educational team and families to enhance understanding of student behavior, evidence based behavior support strategies, progress monitoring strategies, and ABA services; develop and implement professional development opportunities to enhance the behavior intervention skills of staff; assist in assuring that behavioral strategies, including ABA services when appropriate, follow established best practices, guidelines, standards, requirements, laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Provide direct behavioral intervention to students; provide consultation and training in behavioral strategies including ABA practices; monitor student response to interventions and adapt intervention strategies as needed; conduct student observations as needed
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to conduct behavioral assessments; design, implement and evaluate effectiveness of evidence-based behavior support plans, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, when appropriate, for identified students with autism and other behavioral challenges
• Train and provide guidance to assigned classified personnel to support implementation of student behavior plans; provide modeling, consultation, and coaching to para-professionals to promote fidelity of implementation of behavior plans
• Conduct functional behavioral assessments and utilize assessment data to support development of behavior intervention plans
• Communicate and confer with administrators, staff and parents to coordinate intervention activities, exchange information and resolve behavioral issues interfering with student success in the school setting
• Consult with teachers regarding the modification of classroom environments as needed
• Prepare and maintain a variety of comprehensive reports, records and files related to assigned activities; compile, prepare, and analyze statistical data
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings and conferences related to assigned students and activities; participate in IFSP/IEP meetings, mediations and fair hearings; collaborate on IFSP/IEP goals
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures related to assigned activities
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to various sites to conduct work

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:  Master's Degree in Education, Psychology, Behavioral Studies, Sociology or a related field

EXPERIENCE:  Two (2) years of experience designing and implementing positive behavioral intervention plans for students diagnosed with autism or other behavioral challenges desired

LICENSES:    > Board Certified Behavior Analyst (B.C.B.A.) certification
                      > Possession of/or ability to attain a valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of theory and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Ability to design, write, and support implementation of effective behavior support plans, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming, utilizing data collection, service development, monitoring, and report writing
• Knowledge of current methodologies, communication systems and intensive data driven programs related to students with autism
• Ability to understand and relate to children with special needs
• Knowledge of positive behavioral intervention techniques
• Knowledge of trauma informed instructional practices
• Ability to share and demonstrate knowledge of behavioral analysis, trauma informed practice, positive discipline
• Knowledge of functional behavior assessment
• Ability to conduct comprehensive behavior assessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments, techniques, and evidence based behavior strategies, when appropriate
• Knowledge of instructional methods and techniques
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate educational goals and objectives
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
• Ability to provide training and consultation to staff and parents
• Ability to plan and implement quality in-service programs for classroom teachers and staff
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of operation of a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of comprehensive reports, records and files
• Ability to plan and organize work
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines
• Ability to work independently with little direction

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Strength to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist students
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1.  A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2.  An oral board examination

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.
Applicants will be notified of screening and examination results by e-mail or letter.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

Menlo Park Library seeks qualified candidates for on-call librarian positions in both the Adult and Youth Services divisions.

These extra-help, non-benefitted positions work on-call providing excellent customer service while performing a variety of professional library duties. Those duties could include reference, reader’s advisory, collection development and other tasks at a public information desk; leading events, programs or book clubs; digital literacy training for the public; and performing related work as assigned at the Menlo Park Main or Belle Haven branch library. A can-do attitude, a positive outlook, efficiency, approachability, and responsiveness to internal and external needs are all essential traits. Having a passion for libraries and a library's role in bridging technology gaps is required. Knowledge about technology, teaching and learning, and diversity is a must. Creativity, innovation, and flexibility are key to providing the quality of service our community deserves.

Schedules vary based on the needs of the library system. Both Menlo Park Library locations are open on Saturdays and Sundays. Selected candidates from this applicant pool may be assigned to work at either location. On-call librarian positions are scheduled for less than 20 hours per week and may not exceed 980 hours within a twelve (12) month period.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment to provide service to our library users within general policy and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Provide assistance to and advise patrons of all age groups in the effective use of the Library’s collection, facilities and services; demonstrate the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources; assist with digital downloads and respond to difficult or technical questions as they relate to the use of electronic resources. Compile subject bibliographies
• Answer readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources
• Develop an assigned area of the Library collection; review and analyze collection use; recommend books and materials for purchase based on patron needs and according to the variety of patron ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Participate in the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs or events for library patrons
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

Please see click on the Job Description URL for full details about this position.

San Mateo County Health is seeking a well-qualified individual for the position of IS Application Support Analyst II – Behavioral Health & Recovery Services - Extra Help.
 
The current vacancy is extra help in the Health Information Technology Division. This position is currently located in San Mateo, CA, but will travel/drive throughout the County to perform duties of the job.
 
Primary responsibilities will include:   

• Interviews, analyzes, and documents end user work processes and systems requirements; conducts systems walk-throughs and technical reviews; develops or refines system specifications, including evaluating and testing vendor software packages for conformance with user requirements and priorities.
• Project Coordination, monitor existing and upcoming projects, evaluate project requests and write business requirements document for proposed projects
• Ability to create and gather business requirements from end users/new requests
• Liaison with Information Services Department (ISD) to ensure that department needs are addressed and met
• Consults with supervisors regarding information technology related issues, needs, and services; conducts special research assignments, gathers data, and prepares reports for consideration by management or special committees.
• Develops and recommends comprehensive standards, policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Responds to and resolves software users' inquiries and complaints and escalates problems or issues to vendor representatives as needed.
• Troubleshoots and/or resolves application-related issues in-person, over the phone or remotely.
• Individually or as a team member, works on and is responsible for software applications research, development, conversion, installation, and maintenance projects, including planning, organizing, and defining project requirements, methods, and end objectives in consultation with end users; coordinates project activities with team members, other section staff, user representatives, and outside vendors.

Under direct supervision, a Library Page is to sort, shelve, straighten, and relocate library materials on the shelves; pull library materials off shelves, and prepare the library for opening/closing procedures.  The ability to quickly and accurately sort items alphabetically and numerically.  This is an ideal job for someone who has good organizational skills, and able to work with others. A library page also provides basic directional information to library users.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull carts. Employees must possess the ability to lift and carry materials and objects up to 25 pounds and push and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds with the use of proper equipment.

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