EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST_CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (1960000)

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation’s third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.

BASIC OBJECTIVES

In accordance with increased funding provided by the State Legislature, coordinate and implement additional programs on behalf of Dade County Public Schools, in conjunction with the Dade County State Attorney’s Office to address the ignificant truancy problem in Dade County. This individual will be called upon to render opinions regarding the necessity to seek legal action against parents of truant children. Work actively with the District Coordinator for the Bureau of Special Programs in the development of new policy in the areas of truancy.

JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversees truancy prevention program, working together with Dade County State Attorney’s Office.

2. Renders opinions as to the necessity to seek legal action against parents of truant children.

3. Works actively with the District Coordinator for Department of Special Programs to implement and develop new policy with regards to truancy.

4. Collaborates with duly authorized/related committees, advisory groups and task forces.

5. Organizes and coordinates related workshops, presentations, meetings, conferences, seminars, and/or projects.

6. Prepares memoranda distributed to School Board members, representatives from State Attorney’s Office and representatives with local law enforcement.

7. Appears before juvenile court judges in regards to truant children involved in juvenile courts as either delinquent or dependent children.

8. Performs other duties as assigned by District Coordinator for Department of Special Programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, and visual acuity. The worker is subject to outside environment, however the worker spends a great deal of time inside.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college; a minimum of three (3) years professional experience with the juvenile court system, as well as community organizations dealing with delinquent and dependent children. A comprehensive understanding of both the juvenile court system and community providers available to assist in coordination of services to families with truant children.

2. Juris Doctorate from an accredited university or college. (This position does not require a valid Florida teacher’s certificate.)

3. Strong foundation and familiarity with legal system relating to both juveniles and adult perpetrators of crimes against minor children, as well as general laws regarding truancy.

4. Ability to interpret legislation and develop policy based on those interpretations.

5. Demonstrate skills in community organization and resource development.

6. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.

7. Possession of human relations skills necessary for success in working with grant development and funding agencies, school administrative staffs, support staff, community volunteers, students, parents, community based organizations, local law enforcement, judges, state attorneys, and public defenders.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

To create your candidate profile, you will need to gather the following:

• Personal information 
• Current resume and work history
• Certification information
  • For certification information, please visit https://www.hrdadeschools.net/certification/

• Official SEALED transcripts must be submitted to M-DCPS via one of the following: 
  • U.S. Mail addressed to:

Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Transcript Desk,

1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 150

Miami, FL 33132

• • Electronic Mail to: Verification@dadeschools.net
    • You must use National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or eScrip-Safe to request an electronic transcript via email. Please note that not all colleges/universities participate in the electronic transcript exchange.

• Two professional references:
  • Uploaded References must be on a letterhead OR on the District’s Reference Form (Printing T:\FORMS\3000\3506.FRP (dadeschools.net), have an original signature, and be dated within the last year from current or past supervisors or college professors.

Starting Salary: $58,134.00*

*(includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,003)

New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.

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