Employment Opportunities
If you are interested in any of the vacancies listed below, please submit your application to:
Director, Human Resources
CCS Central Office
911 Andrews Road, Murphy, NC 28906
(828) 837-2722
email: hr@cherokee.k12.nc.us
Applications may be printed from this website or you can visit Central Office between 8 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday. If you have submitted an application within the last 2-years (non-certified) 4-years (certified) you may activate it by contacting the HR director at hr@cherokee.k12.nc.us
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Cherokee County Schools is soliciting an outside provider for physical therapy contracted services. Interested parties should submit proposals that addresses the qualifications that are requested.
School Physical Therapist – District Contracted Service
- Contract provides services to students eligible for related services
- Improves, develops, restores or maintains a child’s sensory motor function in educational
environments
- Functions as “related service personnel” under state and federal law and regulations
- Responsible to Director of Special Education
Qualifications for Contractor and all service providers and therapists:
- Degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
- Licensed to practice physical therapy in North Carolina
- Provides services to students eligible for related services
- Improves, develops, restores or maintains a child’s sensory motor function in educational environments
- Functions as “related service personnel” under state and federal law and regulations
- Be able to bill Medicaid
Experience and Skills: Must have skills and knowledge in the following areas:
- identification of physical impairments/delays
- treatment planning specific to children ages 3 - 22
- intervention -including but not limited to: • facilitation of developmental motor skills • postural awareness, ambulation and gait training • sensorimotor processing • cardiovascular function • wheelchair mobility • adaptation or modification of equipment • recommendation and monitoring or orthoses and other assistive devices • prevention of initial or additional deformity or disability via early intervention and transportation needs of students
Contractor must be able to perform the following job roles and functions:
- conduct appropriate evaluation of students referred for related services under IDEA and prepare written reports of the evaluations and findings
- participate in meetings as member of the multidisciplinary team
- participate in development of IEP or 504 plans for eligible students
- provide direct and indirect physical therapy in educational settings/least restrictive environments to children
- collaborate with other school personnel regarding physical therapy and the students’ needs
- delegate activities to teachers, parents and paraprofessionals
- train/instruct teachers, parents and paraprofessionals in delegated techniques and equipment use
- travel to and among schools to provide services
- maintain records of service provided
- lift, transfer and position children and equipment as necessary two years’ experience in pediatrics and/or school setting, receive mentorship whenever
available
Please send proposals to Ms. Kim Gibson to hr@cherokee.k12.nc.us or 911 Andrews Rd., Murphy, NC 28906. Additionally, qualification will be posted to our website at www.cherokee.k12.nc.us. For more information regarding this contractual service, please contact Ms. Kim Gibson at (828) 837-2722 ext. 2420. The solicitation will be advertised until contracted. Cherokee County Schools is an equal opportunity employer.
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Vacancy: |
School Psychologist |
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Qualifications: |
1. NC School Psychologist License 2. Master’s Degree in School Psychology |
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Reports To: |
Director of Exceptional Children |
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Job Goal: |
To enable students to derive the fullest possible educational experience from school by promoting their sense of self and treating any psychological or mental health problems |
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Performance Responsibilities: |
(This may not include all tasks which may be found in this position)
1. Assists in early identification of students’ learning and adjustment problems and in identifying factors in the learning environment that may affect the student and assessing the degree of impact. 2. Conducts assessments appropriate to the focus of concern and according to prevailing professional standards. The assessments take into consideration the characteristics of the student or group of students, including ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic and handicapping considerations 3. Integrates data from assessments and develops hypotheses relative to instructional and educational programming and program eligibility and placement 4. Assists in planning and developing interventions, programs, and/or services based on the identified needs of the student or group of students. 5. Teachers students how to develop effective learning strategies and personal and social skills 6. Counsels students on educational and personal adjustment issues 7. Evaluates effectiveness of individual and group interventions and modifies interventions based on the data collected 8. Demonstrates knowledge of consultation models and processes 9. Consults with teachers, staff, and parents about ways to facilitate learning and adjustment for individuals or groups of students and on classroom, school, or system need 10. Helps to coordinate between the school system and other relevant agencies to facilitate services for students and families 11. Interprets educational policies, programs, and procedures related to psychological services 12. Provides information and/or education in the application of learning theory, child development, and other psychological principles to school personnel and families 13. Plans and implements in-service programs for staff and families 14. Conducts or assists in conducting formal and informal needs assessments to determine program characteristics and needs 15. Assists in planning for program evaluations and assists school personnel in analyzing, interpreting, and disseminating the results of program evaluations 16. Assists in the development of a comprehensive program of services for all students and adheres to established program goals, priorities, and objectives. 17. Plans, maintains, and/or participates in a system of accountability for services delivered 18. Delivers services consistent with the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) and the American Psychological Association (APA) ethical principles and professional standards of practice 19. Observes federal, state, and local policies and regulations in the delivery of school psychological services. 20. Works to ensure students’ rights and welfare in the school and community 21. Engages in continuing professional development by assessing one’s own needs and seeks ways to address needs 22. Other duties as assigned |
Spanish Teacher -- District
(Certification in area is required.)
School Counselor (Beginning in the 2022/2023 school year) -- District
Candidate must have a master’s degree in school counseling or have successfully completed a minimum of 24 semester hours towards a master’s degree in school counseling and working towards completion of the school counseling master’s program
School Resource Officer -- District
Completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training (B.L.E.T.) required. Experience in law enforcement is preferred.
Part-Time and Full Time - Tech I
Cherokee County Schools Technology Department is seeking individuals to support and maintain both administrative and instructional technology hardware and software. This work includes the repair of technology-related equipment. Employee provides on-site assistance in classrooms, media centers, computer labs, and administrative offices. The employee identifies problems and takes appropriate corrective action. Typically, this employee will provide first response support from the system level for the maintenance and operation of computers, software, and networks at the building level.
Graduation from a two-year college or technical school and one year of experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Work experience in an enterprise IT environment is desired. The successful applicant will also have the ability to climb a ladder and lift 75 pounds.
High School Math Teacher –District
(Certification in area is required.)
Cafeteria Workers (Part-Time)
Qualifications:
High School Diploma preferred or equivalent
Able to remain standing for duration of shift
Able to lift up to 50 pounds
Computer skills a plus
First Aid/CPR certification preferred
ServSafe Certified preferred
Job Description:
Final prep for breakfast and lunch
Serving and cleaning of kitchen/serving area/dining area and other duties assigned by cafeteria manager.
Training as a backup cashier.
Hours: Vary by school for a maximum of 207 days per school year.
Individuals interested in the above position should submit a job application to Jennifer Rayfield, School Nutrition Supervisor at Central Office, 911 Andrews Road, Murphy, NC 28906. Positions will be advertised until filled.
All positions will be advertised until filled.