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US report on testing accommodations

John Lloyd — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:00:43 +0000

In November the US Government Accounting Office (GAO) released a report entitled "Improved Federal Enforcement Needed to Better Protect Students' Rights to Testing Accommodations" of a study it performed at the behest of representatives to the US Congress. Based on interviews with individuals with disabilities, educators, advocates, commercial testing companies, and others, the report provides brief insight into testing accommodations at the secondary and post-secondary level and recommendations for government action based on its findings. Interested readers may download a one-page summary of the report from the GAO office.

Special Education Teacher – Qatar – Awsaj Inititute

wilnab — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:49:46 +0000

2. Job Purpose:

To provide professional-level educational service and support to students of the Awsaj Academy.

3. Job Dimensions:

Annual Operating Budget/Project Budget/Sales Revenue:		NA
Number of Staff Supervised: 1	Direct Reports & Total:	NA

4. Key Result Areas:

Key RESULT AREAS

Demonstrating knowledge of pedagogy and instruction;

Using research as a basis to design individual plans for students and collaborating with teachers, students, specialists, parents, and administrators to implement plans with fidelity;

Supporting teachers and assistants in the implementation of evidence based practices to improve the academic achievement and social competence of all students;

Using formative and summative assessment data to define student learning and determine the need for additional support;

Motivating and engaging students in meaningful learning and growth;

Implementing positive behavior interventions and support for students experiencing behavioral challenges;

Building and maintaining positive relationships with students;

Providing a safe and positive learning environment;

Demonstrating effective interpersonal relationships;

Supporting the Awsaj policies and regulations;

Maintaining complete and accurate student academic, curricular and disciplinary records;

Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning;

Participating in school activities beyond the classroom;

Performing administrative duties such as: school committees, homeroom, assisting in hall and cafeteria monitoring, and after school duty;

Setting an example of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, self-motivation and self-discipline for students;

Modelling competence, honesty, personal responsibility and respect for others in every aspect of the job;

and other duties as assigned by the Head of Teaching and Learning

5. Operating Environment, Framework & Boundaries:

Gr 1- 12 School and The Teaching and Learning Center, Regular staff school day is 6:45 – 3:00, but a flexible schedule for the Center will be required.

6. Communications and Working Relationships:

Administration, division coordinators, committees, Student Support Team, division colleagues, teaching assistant as applicable

7. Problem Solving & Complexity:

In addition to QF Wide Competencies, Role Specific Competencies Include:

Creating a Learning Environment –

establishes departmental standards for style and content of delivery
establishes departmental standards for creating and managing learning environments
influences others to create a positive learning environment
promotes understanding of the learning environment to all stakeholders

Knowledge and Application of Subject Content and Pedagogy-

possesses expertise in international best practice related to pedagogy and teaching methodology
ensures that school meets QF standards for quality of content and delivery
ensures appropriate access to high quality learning and development opportunities for teaching content and pedagogy
develops and implements ways to study and learn consistent with self development and continuous learning models of education

Monitoring Progress

outlines appropriate evaluation standards based on curricular guidelines
monitors the regular assessment of student progress by qualified staff
evaluates junior staff on performance on a constant basis in order to coach and mentor
reviews and researches new assessment methodologies appropriate to the specific environment and discipline

8. Decision Making Authority & Responsibility:

This job works within broad procedures and practices that have clear precedents with operational guidance being readily available if needed. It is subject to managerial control and review of results upon completion.

9. Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Certified in Special Education Multi-Categorical or Learning Disabilities

Two years or more of experience

Current and continuing content area certification as applicable

ESL experience is preferred

Native or near native fluency in language of instruction

Competency with integrating technology into instruction

Psychologist – Qatar – Awsaj Institute

wilnab — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:45:42 +0000

2. Job Purpose:

To assist with the psychological evaluations of the candidates for admission to the school and for re-evaluations as needed for attending students. To use the data collected to develop the Alternative Education Plan.

To assess and evaluate students for intervention.

Helping in developing and following behaviour plans to specific students.

3. Job Dimensions:

Annual Operating Budget/Project Budget/Sales Revenue:
Number of Staff Supervised: 0	Direct Reports & Total:

4. Key Result Areas:

Key RESULT AREAS

Evaluates students who have been referred to TLC or to TLCS
Develops a psychological educational evaluation report with appropriate recommendations for staff, parents and student ( when needed )
Works with family and teaching staff to design appropriate education plan for admitted students
Plans and implements appropriate testing procedures for providing appropriate interventions.
Provides appropriate instructional/therapeutic methods for developing the students learning styles building on strengths and developing areas of weakness
Conducts in-service education sessions for teachers and support staff and provides consultation as needed
Confers with the Head of Clinical on referral, screening, evaluations and any unusual circumstances arising from referrals or active student cases.
Participates as a team member with other specialists when requested or needed
Confers with other schools, providing information on the service of the TLC programs.
Actively contributes to the development of programs for children with special needs in Qatar(i.e. consultation, presentations)
Assists in End of Year data collection regarding annual school-wide assessments
Assists with developing and/or implementing behavior intervention programs
Performs other related duties, as required.
Has an experience in response to intervention model.
Assists in the implementation of school-wide behaviour programs.

5. Operating Environment, Framework & Boundaries:

Academic school calendar, daily Schedule 6:45 – 3:15, opportunities to attend conferences outside of Qatar

6. Communications and Working Relationships:

Head of Teaching and Learning
Director, Principal, and Counselors
Parent, teacher, staff, community and school consultation
Student and parent counselling
Parent and teacher workshops
Developing and implementing behavior interventions and performing psychological evaluations

7. Problem Solving & Complexity:

Evaluates, compares and relates information across educational settings
- Identifies broader implications of proposed solutions across the organisation
- Employs own experience and evidence (research-based) from theory, other industries and technologies to identify problems and understand situations
- Reviews existing policy to enable effective problem solving and judgment by the team

8. Decision Making Authority & Responsibility:

9. Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

English language proficiency .

Current and continuing certification as a School/Educational Psychologist

Technology proficiency in order to complete the necessary tasks involved (i.e. scoring programs, Word and Excel)

Knowledge of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of children and basic understanding of the fundamental methods, techniques, and procedures involved in a school environment

Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Special Education at Youngstown State University

jakep — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:19:23 +0000

The Special Education program at Youngstown State University (Youngstown, OH) seeks candidates for this tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position who are passionate about the education of students with exceptional learning needs, committed to the development of undergraduate and graduate special education professionals, and dedicated to the work of a faculty member through exemplary scholarship, teaching, service, and leadership. The successful candidate will be expected to (1) teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate special education students, engage in (2) scholarship, (3) professional and university service, and (4) program development and coordination. Preferred qualifications: 1) experience/interest in working with low incidence disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorders; 2) teaching experience at a university level; 3) leadership/administrative skills; and 4) involvement working with professional associations (e.g., CEC, NCATE). YSU Special Education Program offers undergraduate intervention specialist degrees (mild/moderate; moderate/intense). Graduate degrees include programs for intervention specialist, autism and related disabilities, and general special education.

Minimum Qualifications: 1) Earned doctoral degree in Special Education (by August 2012); 2) record of successful teaching in special education; 3) evidence of and/or potential for successful scholarship, teaching, service and leadership; and 4) demonstrated ability to actively collaborate with colleagues and the community.

Quick link to apply: http://jobs.ysu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50473

For more information about the Special Education Program, visit the website at http://web.ysu.edu/bcoe/specialeducation.

Instructional Coach- Qatar – Awsaj Institute

wilnab — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:23:36 +0000

2. Job Purpose:

Provide job-embedded professional development to instructional staff in order to increase student reading achievement. This professional development can be in the form of coaching, collaborating, demonstrating, modelling, or planning, with a focus on classroom instruction.

3. Job Dimensions:

Annual Operating Budget/Project Budget/Sales Revenue:
Number of Staff Supervised: 0	Direct Reports & Total:

4. Key Result Areas:

Documented work directly with instructional staff in creating and delivering evidence-based practices in the classroom with regard to reading instruction.

Measurable improvement in student reading performance as a result of job-embedded professional development provided to instructional staff.

Collaborative planning with instructional staff, co-teaching, demonstrating, modelling of evidence-based practices in the classroom.

Establish cooperative, positive relationships with staff, students, parents and community resources.

Full-time position only: Continue professional development activities pertinent to your job, with a minimum of 12 continuing educational/professional development hours annually. Obtain and/or maintain membership in relevant association

Other duties as requested

5. Operating Environment, Framework & Boundaries:

A private, non-profit school setting, grades 1-12. .

6. Communications and Working Relationships:

Positive, professionally appropriate, supportive to all.

7. Problem Solving & Complexity:

Working within academic schedule; determining optimum support setting whether 1:1 or small group

8. Decision Making Authority & Responsibility:

9. Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Prefer minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience.
Depending on country of university study, must be licensed and/or accredited with university specialization (e.g. Master’s Degree from U.S., minimum BSc if U.K.)
Evidence of ability to deliver evidence-based instruction
Evidence of ability to work effectively with adult learners
Above average verbal and written communication skills
Technology skills – Microsoft programs (Excel, word perfect, power point, etc.)

Ability to work with student assessment data.

Head of Library &Technology- Qatar – Awsaj Institute

wilnab — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:10:57 +0000

2. Job Purpose:

To be responsible for the operations, development and maintenance of Awsaj Institute of Education Library and Technology to ensure that all materials are available to assist in teaching the curriculum and for the general education of the students.

3. Job Dimensions:

Annual Operating Budget/Project Budget/Sales Revenue:
Number of Staff Supervised: 5	Direct Reports & Total:

4. Key Result Areas:

Key RESULT AREAS

LIBRARY AND TECHNOLOGY

Develop, Plan, Implement and Maintain a 3 Year Library and Technology Strategic Plan
Develop Plan and Implement a yearly plan and budget for the Library and Technology
Develop and implement policies and procedures for the efficient and effective operations of the Library and Technology at Awsaj Institute of Learning
Follow trends and advancements in libraries and in technology
Determine the appropriate materials and technology equipment for Awsaj Institute of Education that will be used as tools to enhance the students learning.
Work with Finance to make decisions related to buying materials from publishers, wholesalers, and distributors
Evaluate Library and Technology staff and recommend reward based on their performance
Any other duties as requested by supervisor

LIBRARY

Plan, organize and administer training for Library staff to ensure they perform their duties
Create, Review and Approve all campus Library book orders to ensure that they meet the objectives of Awsaj Institute of Education.
Receives library and technology materials and verifies receipt against online and printed record
Conduct classes, publicize services, offer Library and research help, with writing grants, and managing other administrative issues
Provide building wide leadership in the area of research and materials acquisitions
Assist staff in locating Library materials to support curricular needs
Organize materials into the various subject matters and provide descriptions of the materials so that can be easily located.
Compiling lists of books, books, periodicals, articles, and audio-visual materials on particular subjects;
Analyse the Library collections and recommending materials to staff

10. Create and maintain relationships with school, college and private libraries

TECHNOLOGY

Coordinate with faculty members to utilize technologies as an aid in teaching their curriculum for the enhancement for student learning
Be knowledgeable of a vast array of scholarly and public information resources
Provide building wide leadership in the area of research and materials acquisitions
Acquire, develop and design information programs and systems that will be used by the staff/students
Assist staff in locating technology including software and hardware materials
Determine staff/student needs and provide assistance in the search for and acquisition of materials
Deliver instruction to staff/students on research and technology
Work with Finance to negotiation contracts for services, materials, and equipment,
Conduct classes, publicize services, offer technical help, with writing grants, and managing other administrative issues

10. Create and maintain operational and collegial relationships with Qatar Foundation Information Technology Services

11. Create and maintain operational and strategic relationships with other technology organizations in the area

5. Operating Environment, Framework & Boundaries:

Library and all classrooms

6. Communications and Working Relationships:

Supervision (mentoring) of Arabic Materials Specialist
Supervision of Elementary Librarian
Supervision of Library Assistant
Supervision of IT Coordinator
Supervision of Technology Teacher and Assistant
Collegial relationship with all teaching and clinical staff

7. Problem Solving & Complexity:

Information Specialist
Maintain Operational Knowledge of Current and Evolving Technologies in Evolving Technology
Employ own Experiences and Evidence to Identify Problems and Understand Situations

8. Decision Making Authority & Responsibility:

This job is free to determine how to achieve clearly defined annual departmental objectives through directing others. It is covered by functional policies (as distinct from procedures) and precedents. It is subject to executive management review and direction

9. Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Master Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Equivalent
K-12 Library Certification/Credential
At least 2 years of experience as a Librarian and Technology Coordinator
Understand how to utilize all types of resources in the search for desired materials.
Knowledge of Educational Systems and Environments
Knowledge of Technology Systems – Windows XP/7, Microsoft Office, Macintosh OS X Office for Mac
Knowledge of Technology Specifically Per Christopher Bell – Macintosh Computer Management and Programmer, Wireless and Wired Network, Destiny Library Program Administrator, PowerSchool Administrator, Crystal Reports Administrator (Report Card Printing), Moodle Administrator, Website Administrator, MAP Testing Technical Administrator, Specialty AV Equipment throughout AIE Operator, Computer Lab Operator, Individual Printer Operator

Manager of Research- Qatar – Awsaj Institute

wilnab — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:06:49 +0000

To initiate and lead all research endeavors conducted at Awsaj Institute of Education.

RESEARCH FUNDING: Responsible for pursuing and securing grant funding through the submission of proposals, budget preparation, identifying and recruiting key investigators, partnering with higher education institutions, government agencies, etc. to conduct scientifically-based research in the area of educating students with learning challenges.

CONDUCTING RESEARCH: Oversee research endeavors in which Awsaj Institute of Education is either the lead research institution or a partner with other institutions, and supervise Awsaj staff involved directly in research, such as the Research Associate. Produce timely reports and presentations related to the status of research, including data collection and analysis. Present at local and international conferences and submit papers to appropriate peer-reviewed journals to disseminate research findings to a broad audience.

COLLABORATION: Facilitate collaboration with Qatar Foundation entities involved in sponsoring or supporting research, with institutions of higher education locally and internationally, and with governmental agencies, such as the Supreme Education Council. Collaborate effectively with Awsaj Institute of Education staff and stakeholders.

5. Operating Environment, Framework & Boundaries:

Supports an academic calendar; 7:00 – 3:15, opportunities to attend conferences outside of Qatar.

6. Communications and Working Relationships:

Ability to communicate and relate effectively and positively with Senior Administrators, parents, students, staff, general, community, and partner institutions.

7. Problem Solving & Complexity:

Evaluates, compares and relates information across educational settings
- Identifies broader implications of proposed solutions across the organisation
- Employs own experience and evidence (research-based) from theory, other industries and technologies to identify problems and understand situations
- Reviews existing policy to enable effective problem solving and judgment by the team

8. Decision Making Authority & Responsibility:

9. Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Ph.D. required
Authored or co-authored a minimum of 5 publications related to working with students with learning challenges.
Evidence of successfully securing grant funding
A documented background in conducting scientifically-based research.

U. Washington professor of practice

ischwartz — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:29:18 +0000

The College of Education at the University of Washington (UW) seeks a "professor of practice" to lead programs that prepare and support educational leaders at school and district level, in support of powerful, equitable student learning and related system change. The role combines program leadership, program development, teaching, and practice-focused scholarship. The position has full voting rights and will participate, alongside tenure-line faculty, in the College’s efforts to improve the quality of practice through regular engagement with the field. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or Ed.D in education or related field; substantial P-12 administrative experience, preferably at both the school building and system level; and demonstrated ability to guide and support the professional learning of educational leaders. This position will be hired at the non-tenure rank of Senior Lecturer or Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor without tenure.

Prospective candidates are especially encouraged to visit the websites of the programs and outreach units implicated in this position (http://depts.washington.edu/k12admin/l4l/, http://depts.washington.edu/k12admin/danforth/, http://www.milead.washington.edu/mil/, http://www.k-12leadership.org/). For a more detailed description of the postion, please download a PDF document explaining the particulars of the postion and procedures for applying.

A search committee will begin reviewing applications 20 January 2011. The position will remain open until filled. Appointment is to commence 16 September 2012. Send queries about the position to search co-chairs Michael Knapp, at mknapp [at] uw.edu, or Steve Fink, at finks [at] uw.edu. Please submit your application packet both electronically and by mail to the search co-chairs care of Mr. Greg Daigle at gdaigle [at] uw.edu, 222 Miller Hall, College of Education, Seattle, WA 98195-3600.

University of San Francisco Graduate Program

kevin oh — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:39:40 +0000

University of San Francisco

Get a Master's or Doctoral Degree in Special Education

The Learning and Instruction Department will host a special information session to provide more information on the following programs:

M.A. in Special Education
Ed.D in Learning and Instruction (includes a NEW concentration in Special Education)

When: Tuesday, January 17
RSVP (http://acadserv.usfca.edu/event/admission_grad_event_rsvp.cfm?id=160)
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Where: School of Education, Room 119