Salary will be based on qualifications and years of experience

TITLE:	Director of Facilities II
REPORTS TO:	Deputy Superintendent
LENGTH OF YEAR	12 Months

Please be advised that candidates for this position must have taken or be willing to take the Civil Service Exam. Eligible candidates should either be placed on the list of Eligibles or currently hold the position of Director of Facilities II at their current place of employment.

Purpose: The Director of Facilities II will have the primary responsibility of planning, organizing and directing the custodial and maintenance activities of a School District's buildings and grounds department. The work is performed according to established policies and procedures and in accordance with applicable state, local, and federal laws, rules and regulations which apply to school district facility operations and maintenance. Although certain activities are performed in the office, the incumbent of this position will, on occasion, be required to perform maintenance and repair-related tasks and activities, which may be performed indoors or outdoors under adverse working conditions.  The Director of Facilities II will also have the primary responsibility of being the “face” of the building/department and ensuring all patrons receive a warm and friendly greeting.  This Result Oriented Job Description is in conjunction with the job description provided by the Wayne County Civil Service.

Core Values:

As a Pal-Mac staff, we believe that we can achieve our vision and accomplish our mission if, in all of our work, we focus on clearly defined and consistently demonstrated core values.

In all of our actions and interactions we:

• Focus on students
• Value the power of positive relationships
• Act with integrity and honesty
• Work with a purpose, striving for excellence, pride and passion
• Approach experiences with an open mind and a willingness to grow
• Foster safety and a sense of belonging

 Expected Results:

1. The Director of Facilities II will ensure the day-to-day functions of the district/buildings/department will be accomplished by: 

• Supervising staff and may participate in daily preventive maintenance and custodial activities, which may include replacing locks, painting, carpeting/floor/tile/window/drywall replacement and/or repair. 
• Managing, developing and scheduling a preventative maintenance program designed to retain buildings, grounds, and equipment in a safe operating condition. 
• Scheduling inspections and completing reports for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with codes, rules, and regulations. 
• Inspecting and overseeing painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other mechanical maintenance and construction work performed by private contractors, custodial, or maintenance employees to ensure work is in compliance with contract specifications, as well as, applicable codes and regulations. 
• Supervising the in-service training of custodial, maintenance employees. 
• Discussing capital projects, maintenance, repair, and operational needs with school administrator(s). 
• Reviewing the school district's expenditures from the prior year and assists the administration with the budget process by forecasting and planning for the upcoming budget. 
• Monitors expenses to ensure budgetary limits established by the School Board are not exceeded. 
• Recommending purchase of materials and supplies and developing and directing the maintenance of the inventory control system. 
• Reviewing decisions made by lower-level supervisors regarding work schedules, vacation requests, personal and sick leave requests to ensure compliance with District policies and procedures. 
• Maintaining records and preparing reports related to operations and the work performed and scheduling repairs when necessary. 
• Recommending staffing to administrators and is also responsible for interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplining departmental personnel in conjunction with the appropriate district administrator. 
• Managing, and when necessary, performing preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment including plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems. 
• Troubleshooting problems with equipment including HVAC and electrical systems and may contact contractors to perform repairs when a non-routine issue is identified. 
• Performing inspections on and testing security systems, safety lighting, fire extinguishers, fire alarm system, doors, and eyewash stations to ensure proper operation and compliance with applicable codes and regulations. 
• Ensuring removal of snow and ice from sidewalks and roadways. 
• Responding to inquiries from employees, school district administrators, and the public regarding school district buildings and grounds activities. 
• Swimming pool maintenance, if applicable, is limited to maintaining the pool's cleanliness and the addition of chemicals to ensure a safe swimming environment for students/public. 
• Working with construction managers, architects and/or engineers to develop, implement, and complete capital improvement projects and other long-term plans. 
• Using a variety of tools and operating a variety of motor and other equipment related to building and grounds maintenance and repair including snow blowers, lawn mowers, tractors, pick-up trucks, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, drills, reciprocating saws, screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, hammers, and plungers. 
• Operating motor equipment related to the work.

 2. The Director of Facilities II will ensure all parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by: 

• Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.
• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their assistance.
• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.

3.  The Director of Facilities II will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Deputy Superintendent.

Evaluation:

The Director of Facilities II will report to the Deputy Superintendent and be evaluated by the District approved document.

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This title is used for positions which are created for the main purpose of relieving school teachers of that part of their duties, which, while related to the teaching process, can be performed by non-professional personnel.  The duties of this class differ from those of School Monitor due to the more complex nature of the assignments that are performed. The duties of School Monitor are generally quite limited in scope, whereas those of Teacher Aide often times require specific skills or abilities.

In addition to the job description found below, this position will have a focus on alternatives to suspension/in-school suspension, hall monitor duties, and supervision of students.

Purpose: The Teacher Aide will have the primary responsibility of supporting teachers in the performance of their teaching functions through duties associated with the teaching process and by helping teachers meet the physical needs of children. They are an integral part of the Palmyra-Macedon Central School District’s mission to provide every student with a relevant, world-class education. The Teacher Aide will also have the primary responsibility of being the “face” of the building/department and ensuring all patrons receive a warm and friendly greeting.  This Result Oriented Job Description is in conjunction with the job description provided by the Wayne County Civil Service.

Core Values:

As a Pal-Mac staff member, we believe that we can achieve our vision and accomplish our mission if, in all of our work, we focus on clearly defined and consistently demonstrated core values. 

In all of our actions and interactions we:

• Focus on students
• Value the power of positive relationships
• Act with integrity and honesty
• Work with a purpose, striving for excellence, pride and passion
• Approach experiences with an open mind and a willingness to grow
• Foster safety and a sense of belonging

Expected Results:

1. The Teacher Aide will guide students regarding the teacher's directed differentiated instruction they need by:

• Working with individual pupils or groups of pupils on special instructional projects.
• Assisting pupils in the use of provided instructional resources.
• Utilizing their own special skills and abilities to aid the teacher's directed instructional programs in such areas as foreign languages, arts, crafts, music and similar subjects.
• Assisting students with specific health-related activities as appropriate.
• Providing the teacher with information about pupils which will assist the teacher in the development of appropriate learning and behavioral experiences.
• Overseeing the technical operations of language and science laboratory equipment, setup and breakdown.
• Assisting students with the technical operation of computers, accessing information on the Internet and accessing word processing and other computer programs.
• Reading from prepared scripts to children, e.g., test modifications and books.
• Proctoring and assisting with the technical functions of the examination.
• Maintaining classroom routines and assisting with behavior issues at the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Assisting teachers with the correction of test papers, recording of grades, maintaining files and preparing statistical reports.
• When assigned to support matters of the Code of Conduct as it relates to school bus transportation, the employee shall be responsible (.4 FTE) to work with school bus drivers, parents, counselors, and the building principal to address bus disciplinary matters, conduct transportation investigations, board buses, implement approved behavior plans, and coordinate with the transportation office on such matters.

2. The Teacher Aide will ensure all parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by:

• Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.
• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their assistance.
• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.
• Being patient.

3. The Teacher Aide will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director.

Evaluation:  The Teacher Aide will report to the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director and be evaluated by the District approved document.

Anticipated Vacancy

POSITION:	Substitute Teacher
LOCATION:	TBD
LENGTH OF YEAR:	Per Diem
LENGTH OF DAY:	Will Follow Building Schedule
REPORTS TO:	Building Administrator, District Administrator, or Department Supervisor/Director

Purpose: A substitute teacher will have the primary responsibility of promoting the education of the students of the Palmyra-Macedon Central School District in the absence of the regular teacher. Substitute teachers will guide students in attaining the knowledge and skills necessary for success during their educational career as well as preparing our students to become college and career ready after graduation. Substitute teachers will help students learn the skills and attitudes necessary to achieve a responsible, productive, and fulfilling life in our changing world.

Guiding Philosophy of a Palmyra-Macedon Substitute Teacher

• Embrace learning for all.
• Creating and enthusiastically being part of a collaborative culture.
• Value collective capacity through job-embedded professional learning.
• Focus on results and not activities.
• Implement change for its effect on increased student achievement and the overall enhancement of the organization.
• Embrace the model of continuous improvement.

Expected Results:

1. Substitute teachers will ensure students are engaged in lessons that reflect the teacher’s understanding of content knowledge, pedagogy, and best practices by:

• Establishing a culture of learning within their classrooms.
• Implementing the instructional plans prepared by the teacher. When in long-term placement, creates instructional plans in accordance with the district curriculum.
• Preparing lessons with the appropriate level of content and relevant learning activities that are suitable to diverse learners and support the instructional outcomes.
• Engaging students in lessons and activities to students in a compelling, clear, and challenging way.
• Using real-world context and integrating technology when appropriate.
• Continually assessing and analyzing student learning, and making adjustments that have a positive impact on student learning.
• When in a long-term placement, assessing student work and giving feedback to students in a timely manner.
• Searching and utilizing best practices.
• Anticipating student misconceptions and planning their lessons to accommodate for the misconceptions.
• Reflecting upon lessons taught and making adjustments where appropriate to enhance student learning.
• Conducting and/or attending staff development opportunities, when applicable.

2. When in a long–term placement, data will be collected and used to improve instruction by:

• Designing and administering summative and formative assessments that align with the District adopted standards and curriculum.
• Collecting and analyzing summative and formative data from student work.
• Sharing and having professional discussions around collected data with colleagues and administrators.
• Utilizing collected data to gauge student learning and develop plans to improve student learning.

3. Positive relationships with students and their families will be created and maintained by:

• Creating clear standards of conduct for student behavior.
• Interacting with students in a respectful and caring manner.
• Responding to student needs in a manner sensitive to the students’ needs.
• When in a long–term placement, contacting parents on a regular basis with feedback on students’ areas of growth and areas of concerns.
• When in a long–term placement, posting grades weekly to the Parent Portal.

4. When in a long–term placement, positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues will be created and maintained by:

• Participating in professional development opportunities to share and/or acquire new best practices in teaching.
• Sharing successful lessons and activities with colleagues as appropriate.
• Actively participating in a collaborative team.

5. Substitute teachers will fulfill their professional responsibilities by:

• Holding the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Being highly proactive in being an advocate for all students in the district.
• Maintaining reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility.
• Meeting and instructing assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintaining records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assisting the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Serving as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude and positive and respectful communication.
• Holding and communicating high expectations of student achievement and behavior.
• When in long-term assignments, attending staff meetings and performing actively on committees as required by the administration.
• Meeting accepted standards of professional behavior.
• Supporting the Mission and Vision of the District.
• Maintaining a professional appearance.
• Maintaining a professional and positive rapport with parents, coworkers, and administrators.

6. All parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by:

• Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.
• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their assistance.
• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.

7. Substitute teachers will perform all other duties as assigned by the Building Principal.

Substitute teachers will possess the following minimum qualities, qualifications, skills, and/or abilities:

• Possess the proper New York state certification for the position or appropriate education.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
• Evidence of an open, collaborative style that fosters a sense of teamwork and common purpose.
• Proven people skills and is an effective communicator with a sense of humor. The teacher will be positive, approachable, and respectful of others.
• Willingness to become an active, engaged and visible member of the learning community.
• A clear communicator in both oral and written language.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members, administrators, students, and parents.
• Use problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Listens first.
• Ability to occasionally travel extended distances, including overnights.

Evaluation: Substitute teachers will be evaluated by the building principal.

 

 

Anticipated Vacancy

POSITION:	Substitute Bus Driver
LOCATION:	Transportation Department
REPORTS TO:	Building Administrator, District Administrator, or Department Supervisor/Director

 

Purpose: The Substitute Bus Driver will have the primary responsibility of operating a commercial motor vehicle, large automotive vehicle. The operator drives a school bus on an assigned route and for special events. The operator is responsible for the safety and conduct of the passengers. The substitute bus driver will also have the primary responsibility of being the “face” of the building/department and ensuring all patrons receive a warm and friendly greeting. This Result Oriented Job Description is in conjunction with the job description provided by the Wayne County Civil Service.

Guiding Philosophy of a Palmyra-Macedon Substitute Bus Driver

•  Embrace learning for all.
•  Create and enthusiastically be part of a collaborative culture.
•  Value collective capacity through job-embedded professional learning.
•  Focus on results and not activities.
•  Implement changes for its effect on increased student achievement and the overall enhancement of the organization.
•  Embrace the model of continuous improvement.

Expected Results:
1. The Substitute Bus Driver will ensure our students will be safely transported to and from school and school-sponsored events by:

• Safely operating a school bus or school transportation vehicle on a regular schedule or on special occasions, including under difficult driving and road conditions.
• Implementing current, relevant knowledge of driving safety practices, traffic laws, and regulations.
• Demonstrating mental alertness in and around a school transportation vehicle.
• Checking the operational condition of the school transportation vehicle before starting on a trip.
• Reporting any operational defect to the Head Mechanic.
• Informing children about safety practices.
• Maintaining orderly conduct of children on and around the school transportation vehicle.
• Keeping the interior and exterior of the vehicle clean and neat.
• Operating a different school transportation vehicle such as a Type A, B or C School Bus.
• Maintaining records of mileage, routes, and times.
• Documenting and reporting incidents to the immediate supervisor within the required timeframe of the event.
• Maintaining and updating routes and pick-up points.
• Report all mechanical defects to the Head Mechanic.
• Participating in all required school districts and Department of Motor Vehicles and SED training.
• Following all rules, regulations, and laws associated with driving a school bus.
• Following all requirements, regulations, and policies outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Transportation Handbook.

2. The Substitute Bus Driver will ensure all parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by:

• Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.
• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their assistance.
• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.
• Being dependable.
• Being patient.

3. The Substitute Bus Driver will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director.

Evaluation:
The Substitute Bus Driver will report to the Transportation Supervisor and be evaluated by the District approved document.