Job Opportunities Messages

Child Development Teacher - Site Supervisor I (Tehachapi)

Connie Lane — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:36:19 GMT

SALARY:
Minimum of $26,161, maximum of $38,453 per year and an additional $600 per year for Site Supervisor I assignment, based on 182 days/8 hours per day. Additional $1,000 stipend for a master's degree. Prepaid medical with prepaid prescription card, vision, dental, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. A life insurance program is also prepaid for the employee.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Understands the philosophy of the program and can articulate its goals and objectives to others. Plans and provides age appropriate activities in component areas of educational development: cognitive, physical, social, creative, health, and nutrition education, as well as parent involvement. Participates throughout the day in the children’s work and play by talking, interacting, and working with them. Conducts parent conferences concerning progress of the children. Assists with parent education techniques to use for reinforcing school activities at home. Provides information regarding community resources for parents. Attends and participates in scheduled center, committee, inservice, and parent education meetings. Maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies, and ensures that they are available and in good repair. Cooperates with community agencies in providing needed services for children and their families. Organizes tasks, meets deadlines, accurately prepares and submits required records and reports, and manages time to effectively meet the goals of the program. Supervises aide assistants and associates; understands job descriptions of those positions and maintains confidential supervisory relationship with staff, including evaluations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold a valid California Child Development Site Supervisor Permit. Experience: 175 days of 3+ hours per day within the past four years. Five-year renewal requirement: 105 hours of professional growth.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools application form, a letter of interest, resume, and unofficial transcripts (submission of official transcripts will be required upon recommendation of hire) to the following:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office
1300 17th Street-CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752 or FAX: (661) 636-4011

Applications will be accepted until November 18, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver's license, and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 11/5/09

Nov 2009 teacher openings

Connie Lane — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:54:08 GMT

Occupational Therapist - Special Education
School Occupational Therapist
Teacher - Visually Impaired
Teachers - Migrant Program Supplemental Extended Day
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street – CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752
FAX: (661) 636-4011
Internet address: http://www.kcsos/kern.org/hr/ (or click on Human Resources option)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

Linda Goodspeed, Director I - Certificated Personnel
Bakersfield City School District
1300 Baker Street
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Phone: (661) 631-4859
FAX: (661) 631-4889
Email contact: anzaldoj@bcsd.com
Internet address: www.bcsd.com

Teacher Primary (Kindergarten experience)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Dr. Scot Meier, Superintendent
Elk Hills School District
501 Kern Street
P.O. Box 129
Tupman, CA 93276
Phone: (661) 765-7431
FAX: (661) 765-4583
Email contact: scmeier@kern.org
Internet address: www.elkhills.k12.ca.us

Science Teacher, 7/8
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Brenda Tremaine, Supervisor, Personnel Services
Fruitvale School District
7311 Rosedale Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93308-5738
Phone: (661) 589-3830
Fax: (661) 589-3674
Email contact: brtremaine@fruitvale.k12.ca.us

Bakersfield
Fire Technology Instructor
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Positions are posted online at https://careers.kccd.edu

Tina Miller, Director, Human Resources
Kern Community College District
2100 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 366-5140
Email contact: tmiller@kccd.edu
Internet address: https://careers.kccd.edu

Single Subject 9-12:
All areas of Music
French
English
Chemistry
GeoSciences
Biology
Physics
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Russ Clark, Personnel Administrator
Kern High School District
5801 Sundale Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone: (661) 827-3166
FAX: (661) 827-3311
Email contact: rclark@khsd.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.kernhigh.org

Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Cynthia Virrey, Human Resources Coordinator
McFarland Unified School District
601 Second Street
McFarland, CA 93250
Phone: (661) 792-3081
FAX: (661) 792-5692
Email contact: cvirrey@mcfarland.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.mcfarlandusd.com

School District Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Teresa Davies, Personnel Specialist
Muroc Joint Unified School District
17100 Foothill Ave.
North Edwards, CA 93523
Phone: (760) 769-4821 x 230
FAX: (760) 769-4241
Email contact: tdavies@muroc.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.muroc.k12.ca.us

Licensed Health Services Technician
Current CA Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocation Nurse
and CPR/First Aid Certification

John Birkhauser, Ed.D., Director of Personnel Services
Panama-Buena Vista Unified School District
4200 Ashe Road
Bakersfield, CA 93313
Phone: (661) 831-8331, ext. 6135
FAX: (661) 398-0669
Email contact: mwarren@pbvusd.net
Internet address: www.pbusd.net

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Jan Burke, Certificated Personnel Technician
Sierra Sands Unified School District
113 Felspar
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Phone: (760) 375-8305
FAX: (760) 375-1253
Email contact: jburke@ssusd.org
Internet address: www.ssusd.org

Speech and Language Specialist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Christina Lopez, Personnel
Wasco Union Elementary School District
639 Broadway Ave.
Wasco, CA 93280
Phone: (661) 758-7100
FAX: (661) 758-7103
Email contact: chlopez@wuesd.org
Internet address: www.wuesd.org

posted 11/1/09

Occupational Therapist - Sp. Ed.

Maria Stout — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:57:35 GMT

Occupational Therapist – Special Education: Perform educationally-related OT assessment; write assessment reports; develop and implement IEPs. Apply to: Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301

Teacher - Multiple Subject/Valley Oaks Charter School - Tehachapi Area/Short-Term Contract (Part-time - .6 FTE)

Connie Lane — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:09:15 GMT

Valley Oaks Charter School is a public school chartered by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools and is associated with the Kern County Museum and California Living Museum. The school serves students and families who have made the choice to homeschool. Legally, the students are considered independent study students and follow all of the guidelines set out for independent study students.

SALARY:
$41,766 - $59,226 per year, based on 185 service days, 7 hours/day (please note salary will be adjusted for this part-time, .6 FTE position). Prepaid medical with prepaid prescription card, vision, dental, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. A life insurance program is also prepaid for the employee.

RESPONSIBLITIES:
Each teacher is assigned a caseload of students (typically 24-30) and meet with the students and parents on a schedule predetermined by the teacher. High school students report in every week and elementary and middle school report in every two weeks. Tutors students in areas where they need additional help or the parent requests assistance. Assists parents to determine appropriate learning modalities for each of their children. Assesses the level of student achievement on a regular basis. Finds and/or develops materials that are appropriate to the instructional level of each student. Advises parents on issues that effect the learning environment at home such as scheduling, study space, family dynamics, etc. Develops grade appropriate learning packets for students. Plans and teaches enrichment classes for elementary and middle school children. Plans and supervises field trips. Develops curriculum materials to accompany field trips. Plans and assesses lessons completed by each student. Maintains accurate up-to-date attendance records. High School teachers conduct traditional classes/labs one day per week. Takes on office/school related tasks as assigned. (Examples: Webster, library, newsletter, or bookroom.)

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold a valid California teaching credential. CLAD Certificate preferred. NCLB subject matter compliance preferred. CTAP certification preferred. Successful experience in a classroom setting.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools certificated application form, a letter of interest, resume, and unofficial transcripts (submission of official transcripts will be required upon recommendation of hire) to the following:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician II
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Filing Deadline: September 30, 2009, at 5:15 pm

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver's license and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 9/23/09

October 2009 Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:01:43 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Teacher - Multiple Subject/Valley Oaks Charter School -
Tehachapi Area/Short-Term Contract (Part-time - .6 FTE)
Teacher - Visually Impaired
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

Special Day Class, K-3
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Danny Whetton
El Tejon Unified School District
4337 Lebec Road
P.O. Box 876
Lebec, CA 93243
Phone: (661) 248-6247
FAX: (661) 248-6714

Science Teacher, 7/8
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Bakersfield
Fire Technology Instructor
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Positions are posted online at https://careers.kccd.edu

Single Subject 9-12:
All areas of Music
French
English
Chemistry
GeoSciences
Biology
Physics
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist (3 days per week)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Sami Carver, Director of Personnel
Kernville Union School District
P.O. Box 3077
Lake Isabella, CA 93240
Phone: (760) 379-3651, ext. 402
Fax: (760) 379-3812
Email contact: sacarver@zeus.kern.org

K-8 Music Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Rocio Ramirez, Personnel Systems Manager
Lamont School District
7915 Burgundy Ave.
Lamont, CA 93241
Phone: (661) 845-0751, ext. 217
Fax: (661) 845-0689
Email contact: rramirez@lesd.us

Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

School District Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech and Language Specialist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Christina Lopez, Personnel
Wasco Union Elementary School District
639 Broadway Ave.
Wasco, CA 93280
Phone: (661) 758-7100
FAX: (661) 758-7110
Email contact: chlopez@wuesd.org
Internet address: www.wuesd.org

posted 10/1/09

Teachers - Migrant Program Supplemental Extended Day

Connie Lane — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:48:37 GMT

Migrant Education Program
Supplemental Teacher/Extended Day

WORK SITE (one position is open at each site):

Orangewood Elementary/Edison School District
Rosamond Elementary/Rosamond School District
Rosamond High School/Rosamond School District
Tropical Middle School/Rosamond School District
West Park Elementary/Rosamond School District

SALARY:
$32.25 per hour. Hours and dates vary depending on program needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Migrant Supplemental Teacher will carry out pre/post assessments. Determine needs of each child based on pre-assessment results. Plan and prepare lessons for Migrant Students based on individual needs. Deliver quality instruction to students. Maintain accurate records. Communicate with parents, as needed, under the direction of the Migrant Coordinator. Must be willing and available to perform occasional evening and weekend work.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Appropriate valid California Teaching Credential and possess strong teaching skills.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools certificated application form to:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Application deadline is October 30, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Please address questions to Migrant Coordinator Elia Sagasta at (661) 636-4785.

Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 9/17/09

Animal Keeper I - CALM

Maria Stout — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:14:16 GMT

California Living Museum (CALM)

Open

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
$1,869 - $2,249 per month. Maximum entry level is $2,045 per month. Work schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Holiday, sick leave, and vacation benefits are provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•   Prepare regulated dietary food for animals.
•   Clean animal enclosures including animal waste, feeding trays, and water containers.
•   Maintain animal enclosure doors and locks.
•   Keep work areas clean and free of clutter.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•   High School diploma or equivalent.
•   One-year paid experience working with animals.
•   College coursework in psychology, biology, or zoology may be substituted for animal experience.
•   Knowledge of the proper care, handling, and restraining of animals.
•   Ability to read, speak, and write English.
•   Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis and 125 pounds occasionally.
•   Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions, including dust, heat, rain, and pollen.
•   Ability to handle live animals for the purpose of feeding zoo animals.

All candidates must file an application with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before March 11, 2008, by 5:15 p.m.

Candidates must achieve 70% on the written examination to qualify for an oral interview. Examinations will be weighted 30% for written and 70% for oral. Candidates must obtain a composite score of 70% or better to qualify for the eligibility list.

Written examination: March 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: March 28, 2008, by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license.

Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

A preplacement medical assessment is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. This position is required to lift 50 pounds.

A current tetanus shot is a requirement of this position.

This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days in paid service, whichever is longer.

September 2009 Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:52:42 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Teacher - Visually Impaired
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

7th - 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Speech Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Eva Gutierrez, Credential Technician
Delano Union School District
1405 12th Ave.
Delano, CA 93215
Phone: (661) 721-5000, ext. 168
FAX: (661) 721-5014
Email contact: eguiterr@duesd.org
Internet address: www.duesd.org

Speech Pathologist
School Nurse
Science Teacher (Biology, Chemistry)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Shelly Mason, District Superintendent
El Tejon Unified School District
4337 Lebec Road
P.O. Box 876
Lebec, CA 93243
Phone: (661) 248-6247
FAX: (661) 248-6714

Bakersfield
Fire Technology Instructor
Nursing Instructor - 3 positions available
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Positions are posted online at https://careers.kccd.edu

Single Subject 9-12:
All areas of Music
French
English
Chemistry
GeoSciences
Biology
Physics
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist (3 days per week)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Sami Carver, Director of Personnel
Kernville Union School District
P.O. Box 3077
Lake Isabella, CA 93240
Phone: (760) 379-3651, ext. 402
Fax: (760) 379-3812
Email contact: sacarver@zeus.kern.org

Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

District Nurse
Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

John Birkhauser, Ed.D., Director of Personnel Services
Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
4200 Ashe Road
Bakersfield, CA 93313
Phone: (661) 831-8331, ext. 135
FAX: (661) 398-0669
Email contact: mwarren@pbvusd.net
Internet address: www.pbvusd.net

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
Mild/Moderate Education Specialist
Jr. High Science
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Janice Dillingham, Executive Assistant
Taft City School District
820 Sixth Street
Taft, CA 93268
Phone: (661) 763-1521
FAX: (661) 763-1495
Email contact: jdillingham@taft.org
Internet address: www.taftcity.k12.ca.us

Social Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 9/1/09

Teacher - Supplemental Extended Day Migrant Program

Connie Lane — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:27:05 GMT

Migrant Education Program

WORK SITE:
DiGiorgio (1 position)

SALARY:
$32.25 hourly (hours and dates vary depending on program needs)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Migrant Supplemental Teacher will carry out pre/post assessments; determine needs of each child based on pre-assessment results; plan and prepare lessons for Migrant Students based on individual needs; deliver quality instruction to students; maintain accurate records; communicate with parents, as needed, under the direction of the Migrant Coordinator. Must be willing and available to perform occasional evening and weekend work.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Appropriate valid California Teaching Credential and possess a strong teaching skills.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools certificated application form to:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street - CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Application deadline is April 28, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Please address questions to Migrant Coordinator Philomena Hall, at (661) 636-4771.

Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 8/21/09

Supplemental Autism Program Assistant - PT

Lillia Morentin — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:56:42 GMT

Open

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$12.93 - $15.61 per hour. Maximum entry level is $14.20 per hour. The work schedule is for 3 hours per day, for 183 days per school year between the hours of 1:00 and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. <st1:place w:st="on">Holiday</st1:place>, sick leave, and vacation benefits are provided on a prorated basis. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).<o:p></o:p>

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RESPONSIBILITIES:<o:p></o:p>

· Tutors individual children and small groups of children with special learning needs to reinforce and follow up project training activities.<o:p></o:p>

· Monitors and assists children with special developmental needs in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of project lessons by project personnel.<o:p></o:p>

· Directs children into safe project activities, functions, and assists in shaping of appropriate social behaviors.<o:p></o:p>

· Assists in the management of children’s behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques.<o:p></o:p>

· Assists in the preparation of a variety of project materials and aides.<o:p></o:p>

· Maintains a variety of records and files, including confidential records on children’s information.<o:p></o:p>

· Assist children with toileting and personal hygiene.<o:p></o:p>

· Assists with a variety of arts and crafts projects.<o:p></o:p>

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QUALIFICATIONS:<o:p></o:p>

· Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade, preferably with training or coursework in child growth and development, special education, instructional technology or a closely related field. Passage of the High School Proficiency Exam is required for those graduating from high school in 1981 or earlier.<o:p></o:p>

· One year of paid or volunteer experience working with children of various age levels requiring a specialized learning environment.<o:p></o:p>

· Behavior management strategies and techniques relating to individuals with atypical control problems.<o:p></o:p>

· Knowledge of basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics, particularly pertaining to individuals with developmental disorders.<o:p></o:p>

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APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:<o:p></o:p>

Filing Deadline: September 8, 2009<o:p></o:p>

Written Examination: September 15, 2009 at 10:30 a.m.<o:p></o:p>

Oral Interviews: September 24, 2009<o:p></o:p>

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All candidates must file an application and proof of education with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">1300 17^th Street</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Bakersfield</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">CA</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">93301</st1:postalcode></st1:address>, (661) 636-4391 on or before September 8, 2009, by 5:15 p.m. <o:p></o:p>

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Certification of proficiency in the areas of basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills must be submitted with the application in order to be considered. Policy requires one of the following to be submitted with completed application:<o:p></o:p>

· Diploma from a public California high school after January 1, 1981 or<o:p></o:p>

· Proof of high school proficiency test certificate or<o:p></o:p>

· Possession of an Associates degree or higher<o:p></o:p>

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Candidates must achieve 70% on the written examination to qualify for an oral interview. Examinations will be weighted 30% for written and 70% for oral. Candidates must obtain a composite score of 70% or better to qualify for the eligibility list. For entry-level positions, veterans shall be allowed an additional credit of five points to their composite score. A copy of your DD-214 must be submitted at the time of application.<o:p></o:p>

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Written examination: September 15, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. Candidates, unless otherwise notified, should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: September 24, 2009, by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.<o:p></o:p>

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:<o:p></o:p>

Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license.<o:p></o:p>

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Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.<o:p></o:p>

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A preplacement medical assessment is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. This position is required to lift 50 pounds.<o:p></o:p>

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This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days in paid service, whichever is longer.<o:p></o:p>

School Secretary

Lillia Morentin — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:07:30 GMT

Open and Promotional

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$2,530 - $3,056 per month. Maximum entry level is $2,784 per month. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits are provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as clerical support for school site classrooms. Maintain student cumulative records, attendance records, Student Information System information, transportation records, personnel records, financial records, and maintenance information for all students/employees within a program. Call substitutes and maintain timesheets. Process letters to parents and other professionals regarding program information. Process orders for textbooks and classroom materials. Prepare a variety of related reports and summaries.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Two years of responsible secretarial experience required. One year of experience in school site or educational agency preferred. Knowledge of computer programs related to word processing, spreadsheets, purchasing, and communication systems. Ability to compose correspondence independently. Ability to follow office procedures on routine monthly responsibilities: timesheets, purchase card reconciliation, Medi-Cal information, M&O information, fire/disaster drill paperwork. Ability to complete and follow-through with maintaining both the Student Attendance and the Student Information System and Center Management System as mandated by the state of California. Ability to type or keyboard at a net corrected speed of 45 words per minute.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
All candidates must file an application and a valid typing certificate with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before August 19, 2009 at 5:15 p.m.

Policy requires that the necessary typing or keyboard certificate be obtained within the past two years from an acceptable testing source. Certificates must be submitted with application.

Written examination: August 26, 2009 at 3:30 p.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: September 2, 2009 by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days in paid service, whichever is longer.

School Secretary (Aug 2009)

Lillia Morentin — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:07:05 GMT

School Secretary

Open and Promotional

Policy requires that the necessary typing or keyboard certificate be obtained within the past two years from an acceptable testing source. Certificates must be submitted with application.

August 2009 teaching positions

Connie Lane — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 18:28:54 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Education
Teacher - Emotional Disorders
Teacher - Moderate Severe Population
Teacher - Visually Impaired
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Resource Specialist Program Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jerelle Kavanaugh, Superintendent
Arvin Union School District
737 Bear Mountain Blvd.
Arvin, CA 93203
Phone: (661) 854-6500
FAX: (661) 854-2362
Email contact: geneva@arvin-do.com
Internet address: www.arvinschools.com

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

7-8 Grade Science Teacher
7-8 Grade Language Arts Teacher
7-8 Grade Physical Education Teacher
Speech Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Eva Gutierrez, Credential Technician
Delano Union School District
1405 12th Ave.
Delano, CA 93215
Phone: (661) 721-5000
FAX: (661) 721-5014
Email contact: eguiterr@duesd.org
Internet address: www.duesd.org

Speech Pathologist, K-12
School Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Shelly Mason, District Superintendent
El Tejon Unified School District
4337 Lebec Road
P.O. Box 876
Lebec, CA 93243
Phone: (661) 248-6247
FAX: (661) 248-6714

Bakersfield
Nursing Instructor - 3 positions available
Welding Instructor
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Cerro Coso Community College
Instructor, Health Careers
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Porterville
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician (contingent on funding)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Positions are posted online at https://careers.kccd.edu

Single Subject 9-12:
All areas of Music
French
English
Chemistry
GeoScience
Biology
Physics
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist (3 days per week)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Sami Carver, Director of Personnel
Kernville Union School District
P.O. Box 3077
Lake Isabella, CA 93240
Phone: (760) 379-3651, ext. 402
Fax: (760) 379-3812
Email contact: sacarver@zeus.kern.org

Science - Middle School
Language Arts - Middle School
Special Education - Moderate to Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

District Nurse
Special Education Teacher
Social Science
Math
Band/Drama/Music
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Speech Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

4th Grade Teacher - Golden Oak Elementary
5th Grade Teacher - Redwood Elementary
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Joyce Edwards, Administrative Assistant - Personnel
Richland School District
331 Shafter Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
Phone: (661) 746-8600
FAX: (661) 746-8614
Email contact: joyce@richland.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.richland.k12.ca.us

K-5 Multiple Subject
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Ernie Unruh, District Superintendent
Rio Bravo-Greeley Union School District
6521 Enos Lane
Bakersfield, CA 93314
Phone: (661) 589-2696
FAX: (661) 589-2218
Email contact: deriedm@rbgusdk.12.ca.us
Internet address: www.rbgusd.k12.ca.us

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
Mild/Moderate Education Specialist
Jr. High Science
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Specialist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 8/1/09

Teacher – Special Day Class – Orthopedic Impairments

Connie Lane — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:55:50 GMT

SALARY:
$41,766 - $59,226 per year, based on 185 service days, 7 hours/day. Excellent benefits are provided for the employee and family, including medical, dental, vision and counseling services. A life insurance program is provided for the employee.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides specialized instruction to pupils to meet the goals and objectives as developed in the students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Prepares standards-based lesson plans, materials, and classroom strategies as appropriate for the students’ level(s) of functioning and prepares schedules and timelines to implement classroom activities. Develops the instructional portion of the IEP for each student, including assessing present levels, writing appropriate, standards-based goals and objectives, and participating in the IEP meeting. Uses effective classroom and/or behavior management techniques to achieve a safe and functional learning atmosphere for all students. This includes creating appropriate room displays, bulletin boards, and/or interest/learning centers and providing a more structured token economy system when necessary. Observes and makes ongoing evaluation of students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares progress reports, and communicates with parents on the individual student’s progress. Mainstreams students into appropriate integrated settings for maximum interaction with peers. Cooperates and confers with the principal/vice principal, outside agencies, other professional staff members, and/or parents regarding the needs of the students in the classroom. Plans, coordinates, and monitors the work of the instructional aide(s) in the room. Additionally, provides direction or training for the instructional aides as necessary to support the individual needs of the students in the classroom. Maintains professional competence and credentialing status through participation in inservice and/or professional growth educational activities. Participates in division-wide activities to support the advancement of the special education programs offered through the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office. Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

EMPHASIS ON THE FOLLOWING:
Participates in specialty training to provide current, research-based supports for the students, including training in specialized curriculum such as Mobility Opportunities Via Education (M.O.V.E.). Adjusts equipment, braces, furniture as needed to appropriately serve individual students. Confers with the rest of the IEP Team to ensure all disciplines are aware of a student’s strengths and/or needs to ensure the "total child" is addressed. Works with general education teachers when students are mainstreamed to ensure the students are participating appropriately in their classroom. Assists in toileting, feeding, dressing, loading in/out of the bus as necessary Stays abreast of current assistive technology and its potential with the orthopedically impaired. Works closely with parents and school nurse to monitor any medical needs the students may develop.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold the following credentials: a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree in Special Education is preferred. Minimally possess a valid California credential authorizing the teaching in a Mild/Moderate or Moderate-to-Severe classroom as determined by assignment. Possess a valid California credential for the Orthopedically Impaired.

Successful teaching experience or training in planning to implement IEPs for children who may have some or all of the following conditions: severe to profound mental retardation, non-ambulatory, in need of feeding training, in need of toilet training, seizure disorders, severe deficits in fine and gross motor functioning. Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, materials, and strategies for educating students with severe disabling conditions. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with support services, including an instructional aide, physical and occupational therapist, speech therapist, adaptive physical education specialist, psychologist, and school nurse.

Ability to work effectively with children, parents, and staff. Sensitive to each child’s needs. Performs duties and responsibilities with a high degree of professional integrity. Sincere interest in and understanding of students with exceptionalities. Willingness to stay abreast of current trends, innovations, and practices of education of exceptional students. Demonstrates personal characteristics, which are conducive to good communication and self-management.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools application form, a letter of interest, a resume, three letters of recommendation speaking directly to this position, unofficial transcripts (submission of official transcripts will be required upon recommendation of hire) and professional papers from their college or university placement office to the following:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street – CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Applications will be accepted until July 7, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver's license, and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 6/30/09

July 2009 Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:21:39 GMT

Child Development Teacher
School Occupational Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Education
Teacher - Emotional Disorders
Teacher - Moderate Severe Population
Teacher - Special Day Class - Orthopedic Impairments
Teacher - Visually Impaired
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Special Education Classroom Teacher
Resource Specialist Program Teacher
Language Arts Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

Linda Goodspeed, Director I - Certificated Personnel
Bakersfield City School District
1300 Baker Street
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Phone: (661) 631-4631
FAX: (661) 631-4889
Email contact: anzaldoj@bcsd.com
Internet address: www.bcsd.com/

Speech Pathologist, K-12
School Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Shelly Mason, District Superintendent
El Tejon Unified School District
4337 Lebec Road
P.O. Box 676
Lebec, CA 93243
Phone: (661) 248-6247
FAX: (661) 248-6714

Bakersfield
Nursing Instructor - 3 positions available
Welding Instructor
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Porterville
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician (contingent on funding)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Positions are posted online at https://careers.kccd.edu

Tina Miller, Director, Human Resources
Kern Community College District
2100 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 366-5140
Internet address: https://careers.kccd.edu

Single Subject 9-12:
All areas of Music
French
English
Chemistry
GeoScience
Biology
Physics
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist (3 days per week)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Sami Carver, Director of Personnel
Kernville Union School District
P.O. Box 3077
Lake Isabella, CA 93240
Phone: (760) 379-3651, ext. 402
Fax: (760) 379-3812
Email contact: sacarver@zeus.kern.org

Special Education Teacher - .5 (half-time) Learning Center
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Andrea Wilson, Director of Special Education
Lakeside Union School District
14535 Old River Road
Bakersfield, CA 93311
Phone: (661) 836-6658
FAX: (661) 836-8059
Email contact: nikoukl@zeus.kern.org

Science - Middle School
Language Arts - Middle School
Special Education - Moderate to Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

RSP Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Barry Koerner, District Superintendent
McKittrick School District
23250 2nd St.
P.O. Box 277
McKittrick, CA 93251
Phone: (661) 762-7303
FAX: (661) 762-7283
Email contact: bakoern@zeus.kern.org

Geometry/Algebra Teacher - 9-12th Grade
Math Teacher - 9-12th Grade
Spanish Teacher - 9-12th grade
English Teacher - 10th Grade
Special Education Teacher - SDC - 7-8th Grade
School Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jamie Turner, Personnel Technician
Mojave Unified School District
3500 Douglas Ave.
Mojave, CA 93501
Phone: (661) 824-4001, ext. 226
FAX: (661) 824-2686
Email contact: jamieturner@mojave.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.mojave.k12.ca.us

Elementary (Primary)
Special Education Teacher
Social Science
English
Band/Drama/Music
Math
District Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Speech Pathologist
Special Education - Moderate/Severe
Special Education - Moderate/Severe with
Early Childhood Special Education Authorization
Language Arts
Math
Science
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Science Teacher
Social Science Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
Special Day Class (K-5; 6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Various Grade Levels, SDC & RSP
High School Math
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Kara Lyons, Personnel Technician
Southern Kern Unified School District
3082 Glendower
Rosamond, CA 93560
Phone: (661) 256-5000
Fax: (661) 256-6974
Email contact: klyons@skusd.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.skusd.k12.ca.us

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
Mild/Moderate Education Specialist
Jr. High Science
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Specialist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Christina Lopez, Personnel
Wasco Union Elementary School District
639 Broadway Ave.
Wasco, CA 93280
Phone: (661) 758-7103
FAX: (661) 758-7110
Email contact: chlopez@wuesd.org
Internet address: www.wuesd.org

posted 7/1/09

Migrant Education Program Interviewers

Maria Stout — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:08:57 GMT

-TEMPORARY POSITION-

SALARY: $25 per hour

DEFINITION:
Under the general supervision of the project manager, interviewers will be responsible for conducting face-to- face interviews with the parent or guardians of selected migrant children throughout the state. The interviewers will be responsible for documenting in writing and determining the child’s eligibility, based on information from which the determinations were made and if the eligibility is true and correct. It is anticipated that the interviews will be conducted during the months of July and August 2009.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Travel individually or as part of a team to interview parents or legal guardians (P/LG) of Migrant Students to corroborate their eligibility for participation in the Migrant Education Program (MEP). The interviewing process consists of the following:

A.   Contact parents or legal guardians:
Interviewers will contact P/LG following established procedures. Interviewers must schedule appointments with P/LG at the time most convenient to the P/LG. P/LG contact outcomes must be documented on “scheduling forms.”

B.   Conducting P/LG Interviews:
Interviews generally take around 30- 45 minutes to conduct. Interviews must be conducted following strict procedures established by MEP.

C.   Documenting and Submitting Interviews:
Interviewers must submit completed interviews and related documentation to project manager within five days of completing the interview.

All of these tasks are done following procedures specifically developed for this project. Interviewers will receive and participate in training in the interview protocol being implemented. All related expenses will be covered.

QUALIFICATIONS:
AA degree required. BA preferred in social services, public administration or related field.

Knowledge of the Migrant Education Program; knowledge of agricultural and fishing work done in California.

Minimum of five years of experience working with migrant farm working families.

Ability to work independently; speak, read, and write in Spanish and English clearly and fluently; analyze criteria and make determination of eligibility based on California State requirements. Adapt culturally and linguistically to the target population; cooperate to complete tasks in a timely manner; think critically and analytically; complete tasks following established procedures and in a timely manner; and utilize a computer and other technology.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All candidates must submit a completed Substitute/Temporary Classified Employment Application (located at www.kern.org/hr- Job Opportunities) and college transcripts or other proof of college education to the following address:

Denise Lozano, Human Resources Technician II
Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office
1300 17th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533

Application deadline: July 2, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must have a current California driver’s license and be able to travel; to participate in a two-day training session scheduled in Sacramento on July 16-17, 2009; and willing to sign a “Conflicts of Interest” statement.

Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice and proof of current TB clearance is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

Teacher - Moderate/Severe Population

Connie Lane — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:05:40 GMT

SALARY:
$41,766 - $66,194 per year, based on 185 service days, 7 hours per day. Additional $1,000 annual stipend will be paid for a masters degree; $1,300 annual stipend for doctorate. Prepaid medical with prepaid prescription card, vision, dental, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. A life insurance program is also prepaid for the employee.

EMPHASIS ON THE FOLLOWING:
Participates in specialty training to provide current, research-based supports for the students, including training in specialized curriculum, specialized behavioral approaches, and reporting processes. Participates in crisis communication and de-escalation techniques to assist in maintaining student behavior. Trained at least annually in the Division-approved behavior management/crisis level program. Assists in physical restraints as part of a team or, when appropriate, as team leader. Adjusts equipment, braces, and furniture as needed to appropriately serve individual students. Confers with the rest of the IEP Team to ensure all disciplines are aware of a student’s strengths and/or needs to ensure the "total child" is addressed. Works with general education teachers when students are mainstreamed to ensure the students are participating appropriately in their classroom. Assists in toileting, feeding, dressing, loading in/out of the bus as necessary. Stays abreast of current assistive technology and its potential with the moderate-to-severe population. Works closely with parents and school nurse to monitor any medical needs the students may develop.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold the following credentials: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree in Special Education is preferred); a valid California credential authorizing the teaching in a Mild/Moderate or Moderate-to-Severe classroom as determined by assignment; a valid California credential for the Orthopedically Impaired.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools application form, a letter of interest, a resume, three letters of recommendation speaking directly to this position, unofficial transcripts (submission of official transcripts will be required upon recommendation of hire) and professional papers from their college or university placement office to the following:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Applications will be accepted until August 28, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must possess a private vehicle, valid California drivers license, and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 6/2/09

Teacher - Emotional Disorders

Connie Lane — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:14:33 GMT

SALARY:
$41,766 - $66,194 per year, based on 185 service days, 7 hours/day. Additional $1,000 annual stipend for master's degree and $1,300 annual stipend for doctorate. Excellent benefits are provided for the employee and family, including medical, dental, vision and counseling services. A life insurance program is provided for the employee.

EMPHASIS ON THE FOLLOWING:
Participates in specialty training to provide current, research-based supports for the students, including, but not limited to, training in social skills curriculum, specialized documentation of behavior on contract cards, token economies, and reinforcement schedules. Participates in crisis communication and de-escalation techniques to assist in maintaining student behavior. Trained at least annually in the Division-approved behavior management/crisis level program. Assists in physical restraints as part of a team or, when appropriate, as team leader. Confers with the rest of the IEP Team, including Mental Health professionals, to ensure all disciplines are aware of a student’s strengths and/or needs to ensure the "total child" is addressed. Works with general education teachers when students are mainstreamed to ensure the students are participating appropriately in their classroom. Stays abreast of current assistive technology and its potential with the emotionally disturbed and/or learning disabled population. Works closely with parents and school nurse to monitor any medications prescribed by a physician or psychiatrist. Works closely with group homes of students in the program to ensure behavioral approaches are consistent across settings.

Successful teaching experience or training in planning to implement IEPs for children who may have some or all of the following conditions: severe to profound mental retardation, in need of toilet training, seizure disorders, severe deficits in fine and gross motor functioning as well as significant behavioral issues associated with students with emotional disturbances. Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, materials, and strategies for educating students with severe disabling conditions. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with support services, including an instructional aide, interpreters, audiologist, physical and occupational therapist, speech therapist, adaptive physical education specialist, psychologist, and school nurse. Ability to work effectively with children, parents, and staff. Sensitive to each child’s needs. Performs duties and responsibilities with a high degree of professional integrity. Sincere interest in and understanding of students with exceptionalities. Willingness to stay abreast of current trends, innovations, and practices of education of exceptional students. Demonstrates personal characteristics which are conducive to good communication and self-management.

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street – CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Applications will be accepted until August 28, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

posted 6/2/09

Teacher - Visually Impaired

Connie Lane — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:59:19 GMT

SALARY:
$44,750 - $70,923 per year, based on 185 service days, 7.5 hours per day. Additional $1,000 annual stipend will be paid for a masters degree; $1,300 annual stipend for doctorate. Prepaid medical with prepaid prescription card, vision, dental, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. A life insurance program is also prepaid for the employee.

EMPHASIS ON THE FOLLOWING:
Able to comfortably instruct students in the use of Braille for the purpose of academic instruction. Knowledge of Brailler and its abilities in a regular education environment. Participates in specialty training to provide current, research-based supports for the students, including training in specialized curriculum, specialized materials, and/or approaches specific to the population. Confers with the rest of the IEP Team to ensure all disciplines are aware of a student’s strengths and/or needs to ensure the "total child" is addressed. Works with general education teachers when students are mainstreamed to ensure the students are participating appropriately in their classroom. Assists in toileting, feeding, dressing, loading in/out of the bus as necessary for individual students. Stays abreast of current assistive technology and its potential with the visually impaired. Works closely with parents and school nurse to monitor any medical needs the students may develop.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The following credentials are required: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree in Special Education is preferred); a valid California credential authorizing the teaching in a Mild/Moderate or Moderate-to-Severe classroom as determined by assignment; a valid California credential for the Visually Impaired.

Successful teaching experience or training in planning to implement IEPs for children who may have some or all of the following conditions: severe to profound mental retardation, non-ambulatory, in need of feeding training, in need of toilet training, seizure disorders, severe deficits in fine and gross motor functioning as well as visual impairments. Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, materials, and strategies for educating students with severe disabling conditions. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with support services, including an instructional aide, physical and occupational therapist, speech therapist, adaptive physical education specialist, psychologist, and school nurse. Sincere interest in and understanding of students with exceptionalities. Willingness to stay abreast of current trends, innovations, and practices of education of exceptional students. Demonstrates personal characteristics that are conducive to good communication and self-management. Ability to work effectively with children, parents, and staff. Sensitive to each child’s needs. Performs duties and responsibilities with a high degree of professional integrity.

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Applications will be accepted until December 30, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

posted 6/2/09

June Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Thu, 21 May 2009 23:08:54 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Education
Teacher - Emotionally Disturbed
Teacher - Moderate Severe Population
Teacher - Visually Impaired Emphasis
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

Biology Instructor - Eastern Sierra (Mammoth/Bishop area)
Child Development Center Teacher
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician (contingent on funding)
Nursing Instructor - 3 positions available
Welding Instructor
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Positions are posted online at https://careers.kccd.edu

Tina Miller, Director, Human Resources
Kern Community College District
2100 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 366-5140
Internet address: https://careers.kccd.edu

Single Subject 9-12:
All areas of Music
Spanish
French
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Special Education - Moderate to Severe
Science - Middle School
Language Arts - Middle School
Social Science - High School
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

RSP Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Barry Koerner, District Superintendent
McKittrick School District
23250 2nd St.
McKittrick, CA 93251
Phone: (661) 762-7303
FAX: (661) 762-7283
Email contact: bakoern@zeus.kern.org

School Nurse
Spanish Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

District Nurse
Special Education Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

2009-10 School Year
SDC Special Education Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
Special Day Class (K-5; 6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
Mild/Moderate Education Specialist
Jr. High Science
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Math - Upper Levels, Grades 9-12
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Mark Richardson, Superintendent
Taft Union High School District
701 7th Street
Taft, CA 93268
Phone: (661) 763-2330
FAX: (661) 763-1445
Email contact: sgregory@taft.k12.ca.us or
mrichardson@taft.k12.ca.us

Special Education
Elementary
Secondary
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Math - Secondary (Upper Level)
Earth Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Terri Roseberry, Personnel Technician
Tehachapi Unified School District
400 South Snyder Ave.
Tehachapi, CA 93561
Phone: (661) 822-2100
FAX: (661) 822-2159
Email contact: troseberry@teh.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.teh.k12.ca.us

School Nurse
Science Teacher
Social Science Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 6/1/09

May 2009 Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 19:16:45 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Ed.
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

Middle School
Single Subject - Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Sabrina Wallace, Personnel Assistant
Greenfield Union School District
1624 Fairview Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93307
Phone: (661) 837-6000, ext. 237
FAX: (661) 837-8240

Art Instructor - Ceramics
Biology Instructor - Eastern Sierra (Mammoth/Bishop area)
Child Development Center Teacher
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician
Instructor, Health Careers - Psychiatric Technician (contingent on funding)
Nursing Instructor - 3 positions available
Welding Instructor
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Positions are posted online at https://careers.kccd.edu

Tina Miller, Director, Human Resources
Kern Community College District
2100 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 366-5140
Internet address: https://careers.kccd.edu

Single Subject 9-12:
All areas of Music
Spanish
French
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Math (Middle & High School)
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

School Nurse
Spanish Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

District Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential required)

John Birkhauser, Director of Personnel Services
Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
4200 Ashe Road
Bakersfield, CA 93313
Phone: (661) 831-8331, ext. 135
FAX: (661) 398-0669
Email contact: mwarren@pbvusd.net
Internet address: www.pbvusd.net

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
Special Day Class (K-5; 6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Janice Dillingham, Administrative Secretary
Taft City School District
820 Sixth Street
Taft, CA 93268
Phone: (661) 763-1521
FAX: (661) 763-1495
Email contact: jdillingham@taft.org
Internet address: www.taftcity.k12.ca.us

Math - Upper Levels, Grades 9-12
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education
Elementary
Secondary
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Math - Secondary (Upper Level)
Earth Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

School Nurse
Science Teacher
Social Science Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 5/1/09

Teachers - Supplemental Extended Day Migrant Program

Connie Lane — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 18:19:53 GMT

Migrant Education Program

WORK SITES:
Supplemental Teacher / Extended Day - Buttonwillow (6 positions)
Supplemental Teacher / Extended Day - Orangewood (5 positions)
Supplemental Teacher / Extended Day - DiGiorgio (1 position)
Supplemental Teacher / Extended Day - Learning Camps (1 position)

SALARY:
$32.25 hourly. Hours and dates vary depending on summer program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Migrant Supplemental Teachers will carry out pre/post assessments; determine needs of each child based on pre-assessment results; plan and prepare lessons for Migrant Students based on pre-assessment in language arts and mathematics; deliver quality instruction to students; maintain accurate records; keep accurate student progress records; communicate with parents, as needed; and carry out curriculum, as instructed through an in-service by the Migrant Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Appropriate valid California Teaching Credential and possess a strong teaching background.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools certificated application form to:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Application deadline is April 28, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Please address questions to Migrant Coordinators Elia Sagasta, Salvador Avalos, or Philomena Hall, at (661) 636-4771.

Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 4/21/09

Deputy Administrative Officer, Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT)

Connie Lane — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:39:16 GMT

SALARY:
$135,660 minimum - $142,536 maximum per year, based on 230 service days, 8 hours/day. Additional $1,300 annual stipend for Ph.D. or Ed.D. Prepaid medical with prepaid prescription card, vision, dental, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. A life insurance program is also prepaid for the employee.

RESPONSIBLITIES:
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT), this position will be responsible for managing FCMAT operations and professional and support staff based in the Bakersfield office and participating in FCMAT services to county offices of education, school districts, charter schools, and community college districts.

The Deputy Administrative Officer (DAO) takes direction from the CEO to support the organization’s goals and requirements in the area of collaboration with other statewide control agencies, presentations, and programs designed to provide information and training to educational constituents. When required, the DAO will be assigned to certain high level jobs/responsibilities that may require extended stays outside of the Kern County area. The DAO will act as the site administrator for the Bakersfield office and oversee its operations and personnel. The DAO will act as the FCMAT liaison to the Kern County Superintendent of Schools leadership team and as a facilities liaison with the Office of Public School Construction. The DAO will provide daily supervision of the Public Information Specialists, Secretary II, and Account Clerk II positions and complete evaluations for these positions after conferring with other members of the administrative team. The DAO may coordinate professional services, system analyses and design, project management, client support, and communications necessary to further develop FCMAT operations. The DAO will provide an ongoing analysis and assessment of quality control and editing of FCMAT reports. The DAO is responsible for management of FCMAT Comprehensive Reviews and will assist in curriculum and board and community relations components of FCMAT Management Assistance reviews or Immediate Assistance.

The DAO will assist in the management/review of FCMAT’s California School Information Services (CSIS) programs and data management reviews. The DAO will assist the CEO with governmental relations and FCMAT Board meetings. The DAO will develop and manage the FCMAT Board newsletter and assist in the continuing development of the FCMAT website, and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred; Administrative Credential desired. Knowledge of the following: California public school finance, curriculum, local governance, and compliance with regulations; generally accepted accounting principles; K-12 Public Education Format, processes and procedures; and California Education Code. Ability to: manage and administer large and complex statewide programs and projects; work independently and supervise diverse staff members; be expert in managing technical consultants, resources and multi-faceted agencies; and perform proven interpersonal, group facilitation and technical skills consistent with the goals and objectives of FCMAT. Proven and progressive management and administrative experience with the development and implementation of large projects.

This position is designated as one that may be required to file a Statement of Economic Interests (FPPC Form 700) pursuant to the Political Reform Act, California Government Code section 81000 and following. Refer to the Conflict of Interest Policy and Conflict of Interest Code for the Kern County Board of Education and Kern County Superintendent of Schools for further details.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools certificated application form, a letter of interest, resume, three letters of recommendation speaking directly to this position, and unofficial transcripts (submission of official transcripts will be required upon recommendation of hire) to the following:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician III
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Applications will be accepted until April 28, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 4/14/09

AmeriCorps Program Manager - Supplemental Application

Maria Stout — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:19:56 GMT

OFFICE OF LARRY E. REIDER
KERN COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION

Please provide a brief response to the following questions. You may use additional pages to complete your answers.

1.   Describe how your background and training meets and/or exceeds the minimum requirements of experience and education required to qualify for this position.

2.   Provide a summary of any significant leadership experiences you have had involving inter-agency collaboration.

3.   Describe any experiences you have had supervising and evaluating personnel.

4.   Define service learning. Your definition should include a discussion of the potential benefits to both the learner and the community.

5.   Write a short description of your most significant professional accomplishment in a leadership role. In the course of your description be sure to address the following questions:

      a. Why was the experience meaningful to you?
      b. How did the experience help you grow as a leader?

I certify that all statements provided herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that all statements were prepared by me.


Signature ______________________________      Date _________________________

Please Print Name ______________________________________

AmeriCorps Program Manager

Maria Stout — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:17:35 GMT

Promotional Only

SALARY:
$4,815-$5,829 per month. Salary step placement is based upon the Rules of the Personnel Commission. This position is open only to current permanent employees of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•   Participate in recruitment and selection of AmeriCorps members.
•   Participate in site coordinator, team leader and member orientation.
•   Supervise team leaders and members.
•   Support and encourage AmeriCorps identity, including attending and facilitating community events and meetings to promote AmeriCorps programs and activities.
•   In collaboration with Training Coordinator, coordinate weekly meetings with AmeriCorps members.
•   Support AmeriCorps member development, including adequate job-specific skill training, and on-going supervised member reflection.
•   Manage program evaluation activities, complete and submit required state and federal reports, and insure continuous quality improvement.
•   Serve as a liaison between the Kern County Network for Children, Neighborhood Partnership Projects, community-based and public agencies, and participating schools.
•   Manage budget and expenditures.
•   In collaboration with Neighborhood Partnership Site Coordinators, coordinate working agreements with sponsoring agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•   Bachelor’s degree in communications, public administration, human services or a related field.
•   Two years of increasingly responsible administrative support experience, including at least one year of lead supervisory responsibility.
•   Ability to research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of statistical and administrative reports and proposals.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
All candidates must submit a classified application, supplemental application, and college transcripts or other proof of formal education with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before May 19, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Each candidate’s application papers will be thoroughly evaluated and ranked by a screening committee appointed by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Candidates achieving a rating of 70% or better will qualify to continue in the eligibility screening process with an interview scheduled on June 3, 2009.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license.

Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

This position has a probationary period of one year and is exempt from overtime provisions.

External District Payroll Technician

Maria Stout — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:48:17 GMT

Promotional Only

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$3,058 - $3,691 per month. Salary step placement is based upon the Rules of the Personnel Commission. This position is open only to current permanent employees of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•   Performs specialized and technical functions in assembling, tabulating, calculating, verifying, and reconciling payroll, insurance and other fiscally related information.
•   Performs complex technical fiscal audit and management operations related to one or more specialized payroll functions.
•   Assists in revision, formulation, and implementation of accounting and insurance record management systems and procedures.
•   Prepares and verifies the accuracy and completeness of financial transaction records and reports.
•   Prepares accounting, insurance and payroll record analyses.
•   Operates computer terminals, EDP peripherals, and other machines and equipment.
•   Prepares system input data and analyzes, verifies, and reconciles output reports.
•   Makes complex arithmetical calculations and verifies computations.
•   Interprets and provides information regarding routine legal mandates, policies, regulations, and fiscally operational guidelines to school district and County office personnel and provides technical information to State and Federal agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•   Two years of highly responsible experience in payroll record management and reporting.
•   Three years of accounting and bookkeeping experience.
•   Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in elementary accounting, business office organization and planning, or closely related fields.
•   Knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures of payroll record management and general accounting and bookkeeping functions.
•   Ability to perform complex and technical payroll functions and general accounting, budget control and insurance administration functions.
•   Prepare, review and analyze payroll files, records, summaries, and reports.
•   Possess manual dexterity to effectively and efficiently operate computer terminals and other office machines and equipment.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline:   April 8, 2009
Written Examination:   April 16, 2009 at 9:00 a.m.
Oral Interviews:   April 24, 2009

All candidates must file an application with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before April 8, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Candidates must achieve 70% on the written examination to qualify for an oral interview. Examinations will be weighted 30% for written and 70% for oral. Candidates must obtain a composite score of 70% or better to qualify for the eligibility list.

Written examination: April 16, 2009, at 9:00 a.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: April 24, 2009, by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days in paid service, whichever is longer.

Human Resources Technician III

Maria Stout — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 17:54:47 GMT

Promotional Only

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$3,135 - $3,783 per month. Salary step placement is based upon the Rules of the Personnel Commission. This position is open only to current permanent employees of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs a variety of specialized and technical functions in assembling, calculating, inputting, verifying and reconciling information for payroll functions.
• Performs specialized and technical personnel clerical functions, including employee recruitment and selection.
• Makes complex arithmetical calculations and verifies computations.
• Analyzes, reviews, interprets and provides information regarding routine legal mandates, policies, regulations, and guidelines to school district and County office personnel and provides technical information to State and Federal agencies.
• Reviews certificated transcripts and verifies appropriate credentials are held/maintained.
• Ensures that all paperwork is transmitted and processed per Rules of the Personnel Commission, Bargaining Unit Contracts, and office policies as they apply to new hires, transfers, promotions, etc.
• Ensures that appropriate employee notifications regarding employment status for the upcoming school year are disseminated within the required timelines.
• Responsible for oversight of workers’ compensation claims including: claim intake; coordination with Self Insured Schools of California; communication with timekeeper, Human Resources Director, and appropriate supervisor regarding claim status; coordinate light duty assignments and “return to work” program; communication with injured worker.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Three years of highly responsible experience in human resources, preferably in an education setting.
• Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in Human Resources.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is preferred.
• SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) or PHR (Professional in Human Resources) is desired.
• Knowledge in the use of the QSS/OASIS software.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to perform complex and technical personnel/payroll functions and general accounting and position control functions.
• Type at a net corrected speed of 40 words per minute.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline:            March 25, 2009
Written Examination:     April 2, 2009 at 2:30 p.m.
Oral Interviews:            April 9, 2009

All candidates must file an application and typing certificate with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before March 25, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Policy requires that the necessary typing or keyboard certificate be obtained within the past two years from an acceptable testing source. Certificates must be submitted with the application.

Written examination: April 2, 2009, at 2:30 p.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: April 9, 2009, by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days in paid service, whichever is longer.

Safety and Loss Control Specialist II - SISC

Maria Stout — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:13:43 GMT

Self-Insured Schools of California

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$4,701 - $5,691 per month. Maximum entry level is $5,165 per month. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Under supervision and evaluation from the Safety and Loss Control Director, to perform technical consultation services and compliance reviews, train district employees, and conduct safety and loss control functions for Self-Insured Schools of California member school districts. Input data into an automated data management, storage and retrieval system, and extracts output reports.
• Conduct training for district employees and administrative staff as appropriate.
• Provide technical consultation service for districts regarding asbestos related activities and other safety and loss issues.
• Conduct various safety and loss control functions while making visits to the school sites such as site audits, building appraisals, and incident investigations.
• Assist districts with implementation of risk management and risk control strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must hold a Bachelor's Degree or have demonstrated equivalent training in safety construction, risk management, school facilities, or related field.
• Must pass an asbestos physical and pulmonary function test annually or as required by law or regulation.
• Minimum of six months in safety, industrial hygiene, school facility supervision, construction or related field.
• Knowledge of building inspections and bulk sampling techniques as required by AHERA; construction materials, processes, and building classifications; basic knowledge of Asbestos Management Plans and their implementation.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline: March 13, 2009
Written Examination: March 23, 2009 at 3:30 p.m.
Oral Interviews: March 31, 2009

All candidates must file an application and transcripts or other proof of formal education with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before March 13, 2009 by 5:15 p.m.

Written examination: March 23, 2009 at 3:30 p.m. Candidates, unless otherwise notified, should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: March 31, 2009 by individual appointment only.

Educational Associate - Construction

Maria Stout — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:17:20 GMT

Open

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist students by presenting learning materials and conducting instructional exercises.
• Provide the instructional and technical support necessary to assist students in completing portfolios, project based assignments and skill mastery assessments.
• Manages student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques.
• Provide vocational training to students, including direct instruction and job shadowing, as appropriate.
• Aids students by conducting a variety of workplace and industry readiness instructional exercises and demonstration tasks.
• Manages student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques.
• Administers routine first aid and requests assistance for serious injury.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably with an emphasis in construction technology, or a closely related field.
• One year paid or volunteer experience working with children preferably delinquent or pre-delinquent youth requiring a specialized learning environment.
• Minimum of one year experience working within the construction industry.
• An equivalent combination of college coursework, formal training, and experience directly related to this position can be substituted for college degree.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURE:
Filing Deadline: March 6, 2009
Written Examination: March 17, 2009 at 10:30 a.m.
Oral Interview: March 25, 2009

All candidates must file an application and college transcripts or other proof of formal education, with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 636-4391 on or before March 6, 2009 at 5:15 p.m.

Written examination: March 17, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: March 25, 2009 by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

Feb 2009 Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:25:06 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Ed.
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

Single Subject 9-12:
Business
English
Health
Spanish
French
Math
Music; Instrumental & Vocal
Biology
Chemistry
Geosciences
Physics
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

7th Grade Math Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist
Academic Math Coach - Middle School
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

School Nurse
Spanish Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Jamie Turner, Personnel Technician
Mojave Unified School District
3500 Douglas Ave.
Mojave, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 824-4001, ext. 226
FAX: (661) 824-2686
Email contact: jamieturner@mojave.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.mojave.k12.ca.us

Special Education - Moderate/Severe
Speech Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
Special Day Class (K-5; 6-8; 9-12)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech and Language Specialist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 2/2/09

Bargaining Specialist II - Supplemental Application

Maria Stout — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:35:27 GMT

OFFICE OF LARRY E. REIDER
KERN COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION

Please provide a brief response to the following questions. You may use additional pages to complete your answers.

1. Please describe how your skills and interest make you a good candidate for the position of Bargaining Specialist II.

2. Please describe significant experience working with employee groups, dealing with conflict, working with outside agencies and school districts, and dealing with administrative agencies.

3. Please describe any coursework or prior experience relating to labor law, school law, personnel law, administrative law, school administration, human relations, and/or school finance.

4. Please describe a situation which highlights your ability to manage multiple projects at one time.

5. Confidentiality is essential to the work performed in this position. Please describe a situation which illustrates your experience and/or ability to manage confidentiality requirements under difficult circumstances.

I certify that all statements provided herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that all statements were prepared by me.

__________________________________________ ________________
Signature Date

__________________________________________
Please print name

Bargaining Specialist II

Maria Stout — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:33:09 GMT

Open and Promotional

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$6,799 - $8,264 per month. Maximum entry level is $7,495 per month. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This position is classified management and is overtime exempt.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Under direction of the Director of Labor Relations, provides collective bargaining advice and representation to clients of Schools Legal Service.
• Confers with and advises clients on labor relations and collective bargaining.
• Represents client in negotiations with employee organizations.
• Represents clients in proceedings before the Public Employment Relations Board as assigned, in consultation with legal counsel.
• Represents clients in grievance proceedings; including arbitrations as assigned by the Director of Labor Relations or General Counsel.
• Prepares bargaining agreement language and settlement agreements.
• Prepares and delivers presentations at workshops and training sessions for district personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• College graduate, B.A./B.S. Degree.
• Minimum of two years experience as a public sector labor negotiator, or in a human resources capacity or as an education law, labor law and/or personnel attorney, in public or private practice.
• Experience in arbitration before administrative agencies or bargaining team experience desired.
• Knowledge of duties, powers, limitations and authority of Schools Legal Service bargaining service and its labor relations specialists.
• Knowledge of basic research methods and writing skills required for preparation of briefs and arguments in administrative proceedings.
• Ability to negotiate contracts, agreements and settlements.
• Ability to draft contracts, and other collective bargaining related documents with legal consequences and effect.
• Ability to travel extensively as necessary to perform the duties of the position.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline: February 17, 2009
Oral Interviews: March 5, 2009

All candidates must file an application, resume, supplemental application, and college transcripts or other proof of formal education with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before February 17, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Each candidate’s application papers will be thoroughly evaluated and ranked by a screening committee appointed by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Candidates achieving a rating of 70% or better will qualify to continue in the eligibility screening process with an interview scheduled for March 5, 2009.

Jan 2009 Teaching Openings in KC

Connie Lane — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:19:54 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Teacher - Alternative Education/Court and Community - Science
Teachers - Supplemental Migrant Program - Edison - Part-time
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Ed.
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Ed. (Part-time)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Richard Roy, Resource Specialist Program
General Shafter School District
1825 Shafter Road
Bakersfield, CA 93313
Phone: (661) 837-1931
FAX: (661) 837-8261
Email contact: riroy@zeus.kern.org

Single Subject:
English 9-12
Math 9-12
Science 9-12
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education:
Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Speech and Language Pathologist
Academic Math Coach - Middle School
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Special Education Teacher - SDC (High School)
School Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Elementary - Primary
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Teresa Davies, Personnel Specialist
Muroc Joint Unified School District
17100 Foothill Ave.
North Edwards, CA 93523
Phone: (760) 769-4821, ext. 230
FAX: (760) 769-4241
Email contact: tdavies@muroc.k12.ca.us
Internet address: edjoin.org

Speech Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Occupational Therapist - Part-time (one day a week for 7 hours)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Barbara Smith, Administrative Assistant
Rosedale Union School District
2553 Old Farm Road
Bakersfield, CA 93314
Phone: (661) 588-6000
FAX: (661) 588-6009
Email contact: basmith@ruesd.net

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
Special Day Class (K-5; 6-8; 9-12)
Elementary Teacher (K-5)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

6th - 8th Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Robin Shive, Principal/Superintendent
South Fork Union School District
5225 Kelso Valley Road
Weldon, CA 93283
Phone: (760) 378-4000, ext. 3
FAX: (760) 378-3046
Email contact: roshive@zeus.kern.org

High School Counselor - full-time
(Grant funded for 2008/09)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Kara Lyons, Personnel Technician
Southern Kern Unified School District
3082 Glendower Street
Rosamond, CA 93560
Phone: (661) 256-5000, ext. 110
FAX: (661) 256-6974
Email contact: Klyons@skusd.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.skusd.k12.ca.us

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech and Language Specialist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 1/1/09

Teachers - Supplemental Migrant Program - Edison - Part-Time

Connie Lane — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:52:38 GMT

SALARY:
$32.25 hourly. Part-time position, K-8th grade. The actual number of required teachers that are hired will depend on the number of at-risk students at the site, per Migrant Program at-risk criteria. Total hours per week not to exceed 10 hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Extended Day teachers will carry out pre/post assessments; determine needs of each child based on pre-assessment results; plan and prepare lessons for the at-risk student based on pre-assessment in language arts and mathematics; deliver quality instruction to the at-risk student; maintain accurate records; keep accurate student progress records; communicate with parents, as needed; carry out curriculum, as instructed through an in-service by the Migrant Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Appropriate valid California Teaching Credential and have a strong teaching background.

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician II
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street – CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

You may contact Salvador Avalos, Migrant Coordinator, at (661) 636-4771 if you have any questions or need further information.

Applications will be accepted until January 19, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

posted 12/16/08

Teacher - Alternative Education/Court and Community - Science

Maria Stout — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:01:12 GMT

SALARY
$41,766 - $76,194 per year, based on 185 service days. Maximum entry level is $59,226 per year. Additional $1,000 annual stipend for master's degree; $1,300 annual stipend for doctorate. Excellent benefits are provided for the employee and family including medical, dental, vision, and counseling services. A life insurance program is provided for the employee.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assures that students shall demonstrate academic growth in curricular areas. Students will make progress toward attaining academic/behavioral goals similar in their Individualized Learning Plans. Uses a variety of teaching techniques to meet individual needs, and are based on California State Content Standards. Maintains and develops adequate and varied instructional materials. Maintains communication with assigned students and parents. Complies with all requirements of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office as specified in policies, regulations and memoranda. Displays a sincere interest in working with and contributing to student educational progress. Follows the written and oral directions of the site administrator. Works effectively with assigned instructional aides to maximize individualized instruction and learning. Reports issues that may endanger a student’s well being directly to the site administrator. Complies with the standards for the teaching profession. Maintains individual progress records for all students. Maintains a professional attitude in working with students and staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must hold a valid California teaching credential. CLAD certificate preferred. NCLB subject matter compliance preferred. CTAP certification preferred. Demonstrates successful experience in a classroom setting. Displays experience working with at-risk or delinquent youth preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a Kern County Superintendent of Schools certificated application form, a letter of interest, a resume, three letters of reference speaking directly to this position, unofficial transcripts (submission of official transcripts will be required upon recommendation of hire) and professional papers from their college or university placement office to:

Normita Johnson, Human Resources Technician II
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
1300 17th Street – CITY CENTRE
Bakersfield, CA 93301-4533
Phone: (661) 636-4752; FAX: (661) 636-4011

Application deadline is January 30, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver's license, and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

Last Posted: 12/03/08

Dec 2008 Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:53:27 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Ed.
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

High School Science - 9th Grade Physical Science & 10th Grade Biology
9th - 12th Grade Spanish - Levels I - IV
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Dan Penner, Principal - Frazier Mountain High School
El Tejon Unified School District
4337 Lebec Road
P.O. Box 876
Lebec, CA 93243
Phone: (661) 248-6247, ext. 5
FAX: (661) 248-6714

Kindergarten - Multiple Subject
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Rocio Ramirez, Personnel Systems Manager
Lamont School District
7915 Burgundy Ave.
Lamont, CA 93241
Phone: (661) 845-0751, ext. 217
FAX: (661) 845-0689
Email contact: rramirez@lesd.us

Speech and Language Pathologist
Academic Math Coach - Middle School
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

Special Education Teacher - SDC (High School)
School Nurse
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Elementary - Primary
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

SDC Special Education Teacher
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Occupational Therapist - Part-time (one day a week for 7 hours)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Barbara Smith, Administrative Assistant
Rosedale Union School District
2553 Old Farm Road
Bakersfield, CA 93314
Phone: (661) 588-6000
FAX: (661) 588-6009
Email contact: basmith@ruesd.net

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
Special Day Class (K-5; 6-8; 9-12)
Elementary Teacher (K-5)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

6th - 8th Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Robin Shive, Principal/Superintendent
South Fork Union School District
5225 Kelso Valley Road
Weldon, CA 93283
Phone: (760) 378-4000, ext. 3
FAX: (760) 378-3046
Email contact: roshive@zeus.kern.org

High School Counselor - full-time
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Kara Lyons, Personnel Technician
Southern Kern Unified School District
3082 Glendower Street
Rosamond, CA 93560
Phone: (661) 256-5000
FAX: (661) 256-6974
Email contact: Klyons@skusd.k12.ca.us
Internet address: www.skusd.k12.ca.us

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Speech and Language Specialist
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 12/1/08

School Bus Driver - Kern Valley Area

Maria Stout — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:52:40 GMT

Kern Valley Area

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$14.92 - $18.00 per hour up to 8 hours per day, approximately 10 months per year. Maximum entry level is $16.40 per hour. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits are provided. Medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This position is located in the Kern Valley area.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Operate a school bus or transportation vehicle over designated routes within an established time schedule to transport special education students.
• Transport children with special learning needs and physical handicaps.
• Stop traffic and escort children across streets when necessary.
• Attend scheduled safety meetings and safety programs.
• Complete the daily transportation activity record.
• Sweep, clean, and refuel buses.
• Administer first aid as required.
• May be required to lift students physically and mechanically into and from bus.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Possession of a valid Class B, Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and a School Bus Driver’s Certificate, with medical certificate, issued by the California Highway Patrol, including passage of a first aid examination.
• Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, and one year of experience in the transportation of school children, or the completion of a school bus driver training program.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of the safety and maintenance requirements of bus and other pupil transportation equipment.
• Knowledge of the provisions of the Education Code, California Motor Vehicle Code and Title 13 applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline: January 15, 2009
Written Examination: January 23, 2009 at 10:30 a.m.
Oral Interviews: January 30, 2009

All candidates must file an application with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before January 15, 2009 by 5:15 p.m.

Written examination: January 23, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: January 30, 2009 by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must maintain proof of privately owned automobile insurance and possess a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license.

A substance abuse test and a preplacement medical assessment are required as a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

Possess or secure within 90 days of employment a certificate for first aide and CPR issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent.

Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days in paid service, whichever is longer.

Management Information Specialist II - Supplemental Application

Maria Stout — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 17:59:36 GMT

OFFICE OF LARRY E. REIDER
KERN COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SPECIALIST II

Please provide a brief response to the following questions. You may use additional pages to complete your answers.

1. Describe your experience and background directly related to the position of Management Information Specialist II.

2. The Learning Center contains a computer lab of 25 Apple iMacs which run OS X Leopard and Windows XP (with virtualization software). The computers are connected to an xserve running Leopard Server. If the client computers displayed a fatal error, what solution would you implement, knowing that the computers are expected to function for a workshop the next day?

3. The Learning Center is a training facility with a philosophy of open access for a variety of uses. We do not use open or active directory accounts. How would you suggest maintaining lab reliability and security in this environment?

4. Explain the following php statement and how it might be used:

$values = mysql_fetch_rows(mysql_query("SELECT * FROM users;"));

I certify that all statements provided herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that all statements were prepared by me.

Signature __________________________________ Date ____________________________

__________________________________________
Please print name

Management Information Specialist II

Maria Stout — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 17:57:27 GMT

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$4,587 - $5,556 per month. Maximum entry level is $5,047 per month. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provides on-site assistance to Kern County Superintendent of Schools office employees and school district employees regarding microcomputer hardware and software systems problems.
• Installs, modifies, and makes minor repairs to microcomputer hardware and software systems, and refers major hardware problems to service technicians for correction.
• Provides technical support to local-area network operations, including installation of station cabling, punch down and cross-connects from 110 phone blocks to hub/concentrators.
• Installation of hardware and peripheral components, such as hubs/concentrators, microcomputers, monitors, CD-ROMs, modems, keyboards, printers, disk drives, and network interface cards.
• Assist in conducting and providing training classes at the computer training center, and in assisting schools with technology planning.
• Conducts user orientation workshops and classes for management and clerical personnel on microcomputer applications including Novell Netware applications and connectivity, word-processing, graphic and spreadsheet applications.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors degree in accounting, business, school business, mathematics, or computer science, or equivalent experience in an applied setting regarding the above technology can be substituted for the college degree.
• Minimum of three years experience in working with microcomputer hardware and software.
• Minimum of one year experience with local-area networks, such as Novell 4.x on Ethernet 10BaseT topology, and some experience with hub/concentrators, and use of punch down and cross-connect tools.
• Minimum of one year experience in training users in computer software applications.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURE:
Filing Deadline: December 12, 2008
Oral Interview: January 6, 2009

All candidates must file an application, supplemental application and transcripts or other proof of formal education with the Human Resources Department of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before December 12, 2008.

Each candidate's application papers will be thoroughly evaluated and ranked by a screening committee appointed by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Candidates achieving a rating of 70% or better will qualify to continue in the eligibility screening process with an interview scheduled for January 6, 2009.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and possess a valid California Motor Vehicle operator’s license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days in paid service, whichever is longer.

Support Services Aide - Migrant Education (Part-Time)

Maria Stout — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 17:43:18 GMT

Part-time

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$14.92 - $18.00 per hour. Maximum entry level is $16.40 per hour. Work hours are 2 hours per day, 10 months per year. Limited holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits are provided. Health insurance benefits are not provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Identifies and recruits migrant students via home calls, contact with agencies, and participation in community events.
• Provide/share community resources with migrant families and assist them in accessing these services.
• Coordinate with agencies and organizations to provide resources to migrant families.
• Attend and participate in the preservice and inservice programs.
• Attend and assist with parent meetings.
• Activities may take place during evenings and weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associate’s degree preferred, however any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the above job duties may be substituted for college degree.
• One year performing similar job duties is required.
• Knowledge of migrant lifestyle and needs of migrant students.
• Knowledge of correct use of oral and written language, usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation in English and Spanish.
• Ability to communicate in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on needs of migrant families’ schedules.
• Must have transportation in order to work in assigned area(s).

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
All candidates must file an application with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before March 16, 2009, by 5:15 p.m.

Written examination: March 24, 2009, at 3:30 p.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the Human Resources Department and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: April 1, 2009, by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

Programmer - Supplemental Application

Maria Stout — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 17:01:43 GMT

OFFICE OF LARRY E. REIDER
KERN COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
PROGRAMMER
Supplemental Application

Please provide a brief response to the following questions. You may use additional pages to complete your answers. Limit responses to no more than two pages.

1. Provide a summary of your education and experience as it relates to this position.

2. Describe your experience using C developing and implementing systems relying upon Internet protocols.

3. Describe and define the following:
a. A container class. (Include the types of container classes.)
b. Encapsulation
c. Incline function

4. Explain the difference between a pointer and a reference?

5. What would be your recommendation on handling a constructor that fails?

I certify that all statements provided herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that all statements were prepared by me.

________________________________________
Signature

________________________________________
Please print name

________________________
Date

Programmer

Maria Stout — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:59:51 GMT

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$3,786 - $4,584 per month. Maximum entry level is $4,166 per month. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits are provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Plan and execute programming tasks as assigned.
• Perform analysis, software code development; deploy and maintain computer code and procedures.
• Determine client side data capture, presentation and manipulation needs within the system components necessary to the development, implementation and operation of system in a client-server, multi-tier architecture.
• Work as a technical team member contributing to a wide variety of tasks including system analysis, software development, deployment and maintenance of computer code and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• Two or more years experience in client-server and/or server based applications.
• Two or more years working in local and wide area network (LAN/WAN) environments.
• A minimum of two years experience using C, and SQL developing, and implementing systems relying upon Internet protocols is required.
• Experience with Unit/Linux is desirable.
• Thorough knowledge of client/server, multi-tier applications development; plus demonstrated knowledge of application development tools.
• Knowledge of principles, practices of computer systems development methodologies, client support issues and concepts.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline: December 4, 2008
Oral Interview: December 19, 2008

All candidates must file an application and supplemental application with the Human Resources Department of the Kern County Superintendent of Schools, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before December 4, 2008 at 5:15 p.m.

Business Information Systems Analyst

Maria Stout — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:27:06 GMT

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$6,272 - $7,602 per month. Maximum entry level is $6,904 per month. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits are provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Under direction, will monitor activities and operations of the KCSOS Data Processing Department.
• Develop, modify and implement administrative data processing systems (i.e. financial, human resources, and payroll) and procedures.
• Guide the overall migration of the County Office and local districts from legacy QSS applications to the new graphical application environment.
• Create a Project Plan including major milestones and detailed timetables with delivery dates for business process analysis, system installation, configuration, user training, project meetings, data conversions/interfaces and other project deliverables.
• Monitor the applications software system and database in a timely manner and in keeping with the support requirements established by the applications vendor.
• Develop proposals for the cooperative establishment of compatible systems among local school systems.
• Conduct QSS training sessions, workshops, in-services, and other staff development opportunities for “new user” and refresher training purposes.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• BA or BS Degree in management information systems, computer science, business administration, finance, or related field, however, two years relevant work experience in a directly related position may be substituted for each year of post High School education.
• Three years experience working in a Data Processing department.
• Two years experience working with the hardware environment required to operate QSS/OASIS software systems.
• Two years experience managing and operating integrated business and student information software (preferably QSS products such as QSS/OASIS applications or similar business information systems applications).
• Four years experience in information systems (preferably managing and using the MPE/iX OS, HP-UX, Unix, and/or Linux operating
• Knowledge of California K-12 accounting principles, school finance, financial information processing, applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to analyze, define, and resolve problems and situations quickly by collecting data, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions.
• Ability to stay abreast of trends, innovations and practices in administrative data processing applications and operations.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURE:
Filing Deadline: November 14, 2008
Oral Interview: December 5, 2008

All candidates must file an application, supplemental application, resume and proof of formal education with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before November 14, 2008 at 5:15 p.m.

Business Information Systems Analyst - Supplemental Application

Maria Stout — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:25:18 GMT

Office of Larry E. Reider
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
Advocates for Children

BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST

SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION

Please provide a brief response to the following questions. You may use additional pages to complete your answers.

1. Describe the types of training you are most comfortable presenting. Include a summary of trainings you have conducted with training topics, size of audience and duration of training sessions.

2. Explain your experience with different types of operating systems on Personal Computers, Servers, and Mainframe Computers.

3. Describe your experience with database management including data storage and archiving.

4. Elaborate on any experience you have with programming in any language?

I certify that all statements provided herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that all statements were prepared by me.

Signature ________________________________ Date __________________________

Please Print Name ____________________________________

November 2008 Teacher Openings

Connie Lane — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:39:27 GMT

School Occupational Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist - Special Ed.
Teachers - Supplemental Migrant Program/General Shafter School - Part-Time
Teachers - Supplemental Migrant Program/Lakeside School - Part-Time
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Jr. High/Middle School Teachers
English, Math, Science
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Special Education Teachers
Learning Handicapped
Severely Handicapped
Speech and Language Pathologist
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Applications for all areas are being accepted pending any future openings.

High School Spanish (Grades 9th - 12th)
High School Science - Physical Science & Biology (Grades 9th & 12th)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Dan Penner, Principal - Frazier Mountain High School
El Tejon Unified School District
4337 Lebec Road
P.O. Box 876
Lebec, CA 93243
Phone: (661) 248-6247
FAX: (661) 248-6714

Kindergarten - Multiple Subject
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Rocio Ramirez, Personnel Systems Manager
Lamont School District
7915 Burgundy Ave.
Lamont, CA 93241
Phone: (661) 845-0751, ext. 217
FAX: (661) 845-0689
Email contact: rramirez@lesd.us

Speech and Language Pathologist
Academic Math Coach - Middle School
(Appropriate California Credential and/or appropriate Special Education Credential required)

Elementary - Primary
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Teresa Davies, Personnel Specialist
Muroc Joint Unified School District
17100 Foothill Ave.
North Edwards, CA 93523
Phone: (760) 769-4821, ext. 230
Fax: (760) 769-4241
Email contact: tdavies@muroc.k12.ca.us
Internet address: edjoin.org

Occupational Therapist - Part-time (one day a week for 7 hours)
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Barbara Smith, Administrative Assistant
Rosedale Union School District
2553 Old Farm Road
Bakersfield, CA 93314
Phone: (661) 588-6000
Fax: (661) 588-6009
Email contact: basmith@rused.net

Resource Specialist (6-8; 9-12)
Special Day Class (K-5; 6-8; 9-12)
Elementary Teacher (K-5)
(Appropriate California Credential and/or Special Education Credential required)

6th - 8th Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

Robin Shive, Principal/Superintendent
South Fork Union School District
5225 Kelso Valley Road
Weldon, CA 93283
Phone: (760) 378-4000, ext. 3
FAX: (760) 378-3046
Email contact: roshive@zeus.kern.org

Speech and Language Pathologist
Jr. High Math
(Appropriate California Credential required)

posted 11/1/08

User Support Technician

Maria Stout — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 23:29:55 GMT

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$3,444 - $4,166 per month. Maximum entry level is $3,785 per month. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits are provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Under general supervision, perform routine periodic maintenance on microcomputer hardware equipment.
• Use basic diagnostic maintenance and repair tools and software diagnostic instruments.
• Will work in conjunction with user support services staff consisting of Network Engineers, Management Information Specialists and User Support Assistants.
• Will assist in the installation of and monitoring of multiple networking systems including the Kern County Superintendent of Schools e-mail and local-area network (LAN) systems.
• Responsible for installing PC’s and new client software on the network backbone.
• Provide individual and group on-site help, answer questions in person or via telephone and electronic messaging.
• Installation of hardware and peripheral components, such as monitors, CD-ROMS, modems, keyboards, printers, disk drives, scanners, and network interface cards.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and two years of college or equivalent work experience in a computer related field desirable.
• Additional courses in information systems or computer science desirable.
• Knowledge of operating systems and software applications for Windows and/or Macintosh.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline: November 14, 2008
Written Examination: November 21, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. (2000 K Street, Rm. US1)
Oral Interviews: December 1, 2008

Written examination: November 21, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. Candidates unless otherwise notified should report to the University Square Building, 2000 K Street, Room US1 and provide photo identification for entrance to the written examination. Oral examination: December 1, 2008 by individual appointment only. Late entrance to the exam or interview will not be allowed.

Coordinator I - Insurance Services Information Systems - Supplemental Application

Maria Stout — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 23:15:04 GMT

OFFICE OF LARRY E. REIDER
KERN COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS OFFICE
Advocates for Children
COORDINATOR I – INSURANCE SERVICES INFORMATION SYSTEMS

SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION

Please provide a brief response to the following questions. You may use additional pages to complete your answers.

1. Please detail your experience, including the number of years; you have worked with the following applications or frameworks:
• Access
• Visual Basic Studio
• Dot Net
• SQL 2005 Management System

2. Describe what process you would use for system documentation. Have you used this system in the past? If so, please elaborate.

3. Please give a detailed account of any experience you have with disaster recovery processes and procedures.

4. You are assigned to supervise a programming team that, while creative and innovative, has difficulty focusing on objectives and providing timely finished projects. Please discuss what you would do to correct this situation and create a more efficient environment.

5. The job of Coordinator I, Insurance Services Information Systems will require supervising a staff of programmers working on multiple projects with varied timelines. Have you had experience with this in the past and if so, how did you go about accurately analyzing the timelines for each employee and project?

I certify that all statements provided herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that all statements were prepared by me.

________________________________________
Signature

________________________________________
Please print name

________________________
Date

Coordinator I - Insurance Services Information Systems

Maria Stout — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 23:09:42 GMT

Self-Insured Schools of California

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$7,477 - $8,051 per month. Maximum entry level of $7,855. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Prepaid life insurance policy provided for the employee. This position is a Classified Management position and is exempt from overtime provisions

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Under direction, will coordinate all information system requirements for all departments within the Division of Insurance Services.
• Will provide information which will assist in the development of the business and technology plan.
• Provide leadership and supervision to insurance services information systems staff.
• Organize, plan, and supervise the implementation of the Information Systems plan as developed by SISC Management.
• Provide information needed to develop the annual budget for the information systems efforts required to meet the business and technology plan.
• Assist in the analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, modification and maintenance of all Insurance Services data systems.
• Perform systems analysis and programming to assist in the development and deployment of software applications.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of data systems manuals, documentation, procedural guides, and user manuals.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college with experience in the computer field.
• Five years experience in data processing field with at least three years experience in programming and systems analyses.
• Three years experience in programming user request needs.
• Management experience is desired.
• Ability to utilize programming concepts relative to large mainframe computer systems and workstations in a large network.
• Ability to conduct classroom software training in either individual, group, or classroom basis.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline: November 14, 2008
Oral Interviews: December 3, 2008

All candidates must submit a classified application, supplemental application, and college transcripts or other proof of education with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before November 14, 2008, by 5:15 p.m.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Valid Class C California Driver’s License must be maintained along with proof of privately owned automobile insurance.

Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.

This position has a probationary period of one year and is exempt from overtime provisions.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Supplemental Application

Maria Stout — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:23:12 GMT

Office of Larry E. Reider
Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office
Advocates for Children

CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION

Please provide a brief response to the following questions. You may use additional pages to complete your answers. Limit responses to no more than two pages.

1. Describe your experience in providing COTA services to children.

2. If you are working with a student who has increased fidgety behavior, what strategies and adaptations would you make or consider for the student?

3. What are some techniques, curriculum, and/or tools you have used with children to address both fine motor and sensory needs?

4. What strategies would you use to work with staff, who do not seem to be implementing recommended fine motor skills activities in the classroom?

I certify that all statements provided herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that all statements were prepared by me.

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Signature

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Please print name

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Date

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Maria Stout — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:20:18 GMT

Open

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$27.67 - $33.50 per hour. Maximum entry level is $30.43 per hour. This position has a work schedule of = 213 days, 11 months per year. Holiday, sick leave and vacation benefits are provided. Prepaid medical, dental, vision, and counseling plans provided for employee and family. Employees of this office are not covered by Social Security, but do have mandatory retirement coverage with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist Occupational Therapist-Registered (OTR) with data collection and assessment.
• Assist OTR with development of treatment goals.
• Implement interventions under supervision of OTR.
• Adapt intervention environment, tools, and materials under supervision of OTR.
• Work as part of a collaborative IEP and health care team.
• Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and supply inventory as needed.
• Maintain records and documentation requested by work setting and under the supervision of OTR.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Completion of Occupational Therapist Assistant Program from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of certificate examination for COTA status.
• Preferably one-year experience working as a COTA in child development classroom or related settings.
• Knowledge of and willingness to stay abreast of current trends, innovations, and practices in the education of individuals with exceptional needs.
• Work effectively with children, parents, staff, community agencies, and other professionals.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES:
Filing Deadline: November 14, 2008
Oral Interview: December 3, 2008

All candidates must file an application, supplemental application, and resume with the Human Resources Department at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office, 1300 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, (661) 636-4391 on or before November 14, 2008 at 5:15 p.m. Proof of completion of Occupational Therapist Assistant Program and COTA Certificate must be submitted with application.

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