MONROE, CT — Monroe Public Schools has two job openings, including an athletic trainer at Masuk High School and a sixth grader teacher at Jockey Hollow Middle School. The job listings are below.
Category: High School Staff/Athletic Trainer
Date Posted: 7/3/2024
Location: Masuk High School
Date of Availability: ASAP
Date Closing: 08/31/2024
JOB TITLE: ATHLETIC TRAINER
Job Salary: $70,000
POSITION PURPOSE/GOAL:
The Athletic Trainer provides for the safety, health, and well-being of the student-athletes of Masuk High School through the care and prevention of athletic injuries. Additionally, the Athletic Trainer develops an educational sports medicine program inclusive of injury prevention, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment, and rehabilitation for all student-athletes.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The work year begins on the first day of the CIAC fall schedule (fall sports tryouts typically start on or about August 15th) through the final day of the CIAC spring schedule as dictated by the Athletic Director. This position is responsible for providing athletic trainer coverage for high school athletic programs in both practice and interscholastic competition settings (30-40 hours per week). Work during the summer may be necessary and would be compensated at an hourly rate (to be paid separately). This is an unaffiliated position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate area of specialization.
- Certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
- Possess a current State of CT Athletic Training License.
- Possess a current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Outstanding judgment and professionalism.
- Ability to positively relate to students, parents, and staff.
- Highly motivated, detail oriented, analytical, and attentive self-starter who performs all responsibilities consistently and enthusiastically.
REPORTS TO:
The Athletic Trainer reports to the Masuk High School Athletic Director and Principal. The Athletic Trainer will be evaluated by the Athletic Director in collaboration with the high school principal.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide preventative care to student-athletes and support coaches by caring for players’ sports related injuries.
- Work in conjunction with coaches to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition, and conditioning programs customized to individual student-athletes needs.
- Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine ability to practice and/or compete.
- Supervise the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons.
- Assess, treat, and manage concussions, including the oversight of the return-to-play protocols.
- Communicate with coaches, administrators, school nurse(s), and parents/guardians on a consistent and continuing basis.
- Work directly with the coaches and parents/guardians to discuss a student-athlete’s injuries to ensure all parties are aligned on treatment, recovery, and return-to-play guidelines and requirements.
- Maintain accurate and timely records and documentation of student-athlete injuries and rehabilitation.
- Assist the Athletic Director in the development of the athletic training budget by managing inventory and ordering athletic training room equipment and supplies.
- Monitor weather conditions (heat/lightning), and alert coaches when conditions become unsafe.
- Knowledge and application of CIAC heat acclimatization guidelines.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Ability to comply with and follow district policies and protocols required.
- Maintains a daily treatment log, in accordance with department requirements.
- Communicate with the Athletic Director to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Coordinate athletic trainer coverage for team practices and athletic competitions when absent.
- Other responsibilities as determined by the Athletic Director.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every task or responsibility.
Physical and Mental Demands/Work Environment
The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of 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.
- Must be mobile with the ability to get from one location in the office or work site to other locations
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift or carry objects up to forty (40) pounds
TRAVEL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Athletic Trainer may be required to travel to off-site athletic competitions as needed. Mileage reimbursement will be provided at the appropriate IRS yearly rate.
This is an unaffiliated position.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Monroe Public Schools has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below.
Gr. 6 Teacher (ELA/SS) Jockey Hollow Middle School – Main Campus (1 yr position 24-25), Apply Online
Category: Middle School Teachers/Middle School Teacher
Date Posted: 8/16/2024
Location: Jockey Hollow Middle School
Date of Availability: 08/26/2024
Date Closing: 08/26/2024
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
- Develops and administers school middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
- Teaches all required subject matters as assigned to the grade level, utilizing a course of study adopted by the Board of Education. This position teaches language arts and social studies within a middle school teaming structure.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
- Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Monroe Public Schools.
- 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, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance 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 with the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
- Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
- 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 students and parents.
- 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 and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.
Qualifications Profile
- Certification/License:
- Appropriate Certification including Elementary or middle grades
- Connecticut State Certification in the appropriate subject matter preferred and may be required
- Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree preferred.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt
