Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) - Student Assessment & Educational Measurement (OPEN TO OUSD EMPLOYEES ONLY) at Orange Unified School District
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
The Orange Unified School District serves approximately 24,000 students in grades kindergarten through 12th and encompasses all or part of the cities of Anaheim, Garden Grove, Orange, Santa Ana and Villa Park. In 1953, the citizens of the area voted to form a “unified” school district, combining the original five elementary districts with the high school district into one unified district, now known as the Orange Unified School District. OUSD has a long history of excellence that continues to grow and be enriched by the accomplishments of its students, teachers, staff and community. -VISION - Our Commitment = Inspiring our learners of today to be purposeful leaders of tomorrow. -MISSION - Our Intention = In partnership with our community, we will provide a safe, equitable, and innovative culture of learning for each scholar to have a competitive EDGE as a leader. -CORE VALUES - Our Foundation = Integrity, Equity, Respect, and Excellence. OUSD prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, sexual harassment, or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics - or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law - in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination and are located at 1401 N. Handy St., Orange, Ca 92867 at 714-628-4000: Dipali Potnis, Title IX Coordinator (Employees & Students), ext 4467, dpotnis@orangeusd.org; Andrea Foster, Section 504 Coordinator, OUSD Building J, ext 4002, afoster@orangeusd.org; Matthew Witmer, Universal Complaints Policy Compliance Officer/ADA/Title II Coordinator, OUSD Building D, ext 4466, mwitmer@orangeusd.org
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ORANGE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
TOSA – Student Assessment and Educational Measurement
BASIC FUNCTION
The job of the TOSA – Student Assessment and Educational Measurement is to support the Coordinator of Student Assessment and Educational Measurement in the deployment, training, facilitation, submission and reflection of all district assessments; including, but not limited to, Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC), California High
School Exit Exam (CAHSEE), Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Science Test
(CST/CMA/CAPA), California Alternate Assessment (CAA), Advanced Placement (AP), Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT), etc. In addition to supporting the assessments, this position will support data management and federal reporting submitted by the Coordinator of Student Assessment and Educational Measurement.
This job reports to the Coordinator of Student Assessment and Educational Measurement.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position classification requires expertise in the field of technology integration into reading/language arts, mathematics, social science, science and/or English language development. Direct experience in implementing technology into these areas is required to perform programmatic analyses using widely prescribed instructional principles and concepts. This position classification performs light work involving sitting a portion of the time, but does require walking and standing for extended periods. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, the ability to provide oral information and direction, and the handling and transporting of instructional and assessment materials and objects. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- • Working collaboratively with individual teachers or groups of teachers to integrate technology into instruction to support assessment
- • Working collaboratively with individual teachers or groups of teachers to understand our assessment system and how to obtain summative and formative feedback regarding student progress.
- • Disseminating information regarding technology resources, emerging technologies, best practices using technology, and professional development opportunities
- • Facilitating or conducting technology and assessment related professional development for school staff
- • Modeling effective instructional strategies using technology during professional developments
- • Identifying trends in software, curriculum, teaching strategies, and other educational areas
- • Collaborates with teachers for the purpose of on the design and preparation of district developed tools to enhance the implementation of programs and technology, assessments and learning environment that meet student programs and District objectives in an effective and timely manner.
- • Participates in meetings, workshops and/or trainings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
- • Support the facilitation and gathering of data for reporting systems
Ability to:
Communicate effectively in oral and written form, utilizing a simplistic communication mode in ensuring understandable and thorough communication;
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Organize, evaluate and analyze data and plan actions based on the data collected. Serve as a resource in classroom management, curriculum, instruction, assessment and technology for instructional staff.
Display the use of good judgment in making decisions.
Train and provide work direction to others.
Work independently with little direction.
Meet schedules and timelines.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:
Experience:
Three years of successful teaching reading and language arts, mathematics, or English language development and demonstrated leadership ability to integrate technology into the curriculum.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Depth of training in implementing best instructional practices
Requirements:
Valid California Teaching Credential
Appearance, grooming and personality which establishes a desirable example for pupils and peers.
Ability to meet District standards for physical and mental health.
Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Condition of Employment:
Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier
Requirements / Qualifications
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 dated within the last 2 years)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST/CSET)
Requirements / Qualifications
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 dated within the last 2 years)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST/CSET)
Comments and Other Information
Notice to all applicants: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, express or implied; and any of the provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. The Orange Unified School District reserves the right to re-advertise this position or delay the filling of this position if it is deemed that applicants do not constitute an adequate applicant pool. Should a qualified individual with disabilities need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, The Orange Unified School District must be notified no later than five working days of the scheduled interview date. The Orange Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color sex, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status or disability. Equal employment opportunity will apply to all personnel actions, including, but not limited to, recruitment selection, training, transfers, promotions, evaluation, discipline, layoffs, terminations and rehires. Orange Unified School District is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, with Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free workplace policies. In accordance with Board Policy, discrimination in any form, including sexual harassment, of or by any employee, applicant, contractor, and/or student will not be tolerated. If offered employment, you will be required to provide proof of work eligibility in accordance with Public Law 99-983.
Comments and Other Information
Notice to all applicants: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, express or implied; and any of the provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. The Orange Unified School District reserves the right to re-advertise this position or delay the filling of this position if it is deemed that applicants do not constitute an adequate applicant pool. Should a qualified individual with disabilities need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, The Orange Unified School District must be notified no later than five working days of the scheduled interview date. The Orange Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color sex, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status or disability. Equal employment opportunity will apply to all personnel actions, including, but not limited to, recruitment selection, training, transfers, promotions, evaluation, discipline, layoffs, terminations and rehires. Orange Unified School District is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, with Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free workplace policies. In accordance with Board Policy, discrimination in any form, including sexual harassment, of or by any employee, applicant, contractor, and/or student will not be tolerated. If offered employment, you will be required to provide proof of work eligibility in accordance with Public Law 99-983.