Paraproafessionals QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High school graduate 2. Experience working with children PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with students individually or in small groups as prescribed by the immediate supervisor. Classroom Assistant: Usually works with students in the general school population. Special Education: Usually works with students who have special needs, or require additional educational assistance as defined in an IEP. Students may be in a classroom situation, or require one-on-one educational assistance. Demonstrate a continuous sensitivity to the needs of children to whom they are assigned. Carry out instructional or developmental activities suggested by the teacher, specialist, or others designated by the building administrator

Special Education Teacher Special Education Teacher ​ IMMEDIATE OPENING QUALIFICATIONS: NH teacher certification in General Special Education or proof of eligibility for NH certification Bachelor’s degree or higher Experience preferred but not required PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: · Plan and prepare specialized instruction based upon implementing student Individual Education Plans (IEP's) · Implementation of 504 and IEP accommodations and modifications · Knowledge of content areas and child development · Administering benchmark assessments such as DIBELS and running records and use assessment data to monitor progress of students towards established goals · Writing quarterly IEP progress reports · Implementation of behavior intervention plans · Create an environment of respect and rapport that establishes a culture of learning · Participation in IEP team meetings and contribute to the writing of goals and present levels within an IEP · Collaborate with other educators within the school

Guidance Counselor/Social Emotional Learning Instructional Specialist ​ Why? Various forms of data and research, such as student trauma, lack of social skills, and students using negative behaviors to escape classroom demands, along with other research from educational experts (Marzano, AJ Juliani, Michelle Garcia Winner, Goldie Hawn Foundation to name a few), and the need to further develop the tiered interventions being used school-wide, show that the behavior, social, and emotional capacity for and of our students must improve. We need to provide Social Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies and behavior support to our students. We must work together to promote a systematic approach to SEL and behavior management. It starts with us. We are responsible for the prevention of student failure and best supporting our students’ academic and social emotional learning growth and needs. Student involvement and access to SEL strategies must be representational and equitable. We must collaborate to design proactive SEL embedded instructional strategies for all learners in our school. Our curriculum and instruction must be altered to improve overall student achievement, accommodate for individual learning differences, and be delivered in flexible learning environments. If we proactively and systematically promote social, emotional, and behavioral health of all students, research has proven that academic achievement will rise. Job Description The Guidance Counselor/Social Emotional Learning Instructional Specialist is a full-time position at Windham Academy Public Charter School. This position will offer guidance services to specific students who have been recommended for such services. This position will promote effective social, emotional, and behavioral strategies and understanding within our students and staff through direct instruction and support, as well as coach staff to improve overall behavioral proficiency in our school. The goal for the Guidance Counselor/SEL Instructional Specialist is to improve classroom instructional practices in ways that enhance students’ social and emotional learning and development. Responsibilities: 1. Provide 1:1 and group counseling services to identified students within our school. 2. Be an active part of school level teams and staff to implement evidence based interventions to effect positive social, emotional, and behavioral changes in all of our students. 3. Provide coaching to grow teachers’ capacity with implementing best practices to promote SEL and tiers one, two, and three interventions and supports. 4. Establish and promote positive learning environments and classroom management practices. 5. Model best practices and teach guidance lessons when appropriate. 6. Consult and instruct staff in the development, implementation, and assessment of intervention strategies and plans designed to help individual students and/or groups of students. 7. Collaborate with teaching and support staff to provide consultation with parents and families with topics related to SEL wellness. 8. Serve as a facilitator for SEL professional learning opportunities and work. 9. Participate in weekly guidance meetings with administration and select staff to build capacity and facilitate learning and discussions. Qualification Requirements: 1. Masters Degree in Counseling, Education or related field (preferred) 2. Background in Special Education and/or ABA (preferred) 3. Experience writing behavior plans (preferred) 4. Experience coordinating and providing coaching to educators and leading professional development activities 5. Experience and knowledge of the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning and the core competencies 6. Knowledge of Michelle Garcia Winner’s Social Thinking Curriculum (preferred) 7. Experience working with students who struggle with SEL and behavior 8. Familiarity with evidence-based approaches for SEL in schools and classrooms 9. Knowledge of best practices in the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support model to promote students’ social and emotional needs 10. Ability to develop responsible and respectful professional relationships with staff 11. Multi-tasker who is excellent at time management, motivated, and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Administrative Assistant ​ Reports to : School Director and Business Director Position Purpose & Scope : Under the supervision of the School Director and Business Director, provides secretarial and administrative support duties. Primary Roles & Responsibilities : In charge of the school’s front desk. Answering the school phone and directing calls as needed. Attendance : daily school attendance, issuing tardy slips as needed, coordinating early dismissals, correctly inputting attendance into Rediker, etc. Coordinating daily bus list with Golden Brook Elementary School and the bus company to ensure kids get home safely. Scheduling Admissions tours with Business Director and School Director. School Admissions and Lottery Morning Care Invoicing Daily school scheduling : lunch coverage and substitute teacher needs Rediker : Student Data Input Report Cards : Attendance, printing, creating, etc. IT : Setting up staff computers, student computers, setting up staff and student logins Correct handling of Student Record releases; sending them out as needed, and requesting as needed. Maintaining parent volunteer lists. Maintenance of document filing system, retrieval systems, and confidential student records in an organized fashion. Provides support and communicates information to students, staff, parents, and other school agencies. Assists other office personnel in periods of high demand and / or other emergent requests for cooperative support. Any other duties as assigned. Qualifications for Administrative Assistant : Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills. Able to work in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to act professionally and diplomatically with students, parents, teachers, and other school staff. Ability to ensure confidentiality with student records and files. Proficiency in MS Office, and Google Workspace. Understands and works efficiently as a team. Experience with student information systems or database software, ideally with the Rediker student information system or willingness to learn. Commitment to the school’s mission and an understanding of the charter documents.

Assistant Director for Student Services Assistant Director For Student Services Reports To: Superintendent/Director Position Objective: To assist the Director with the coordination of all student services in compliance with federal and state regulations, and district/building policies and procedures; to assist all students to achieve personal, social, and academic success Minimum Qualifications: 1. NH Educator’s License in Special Education or ability to get licensed in the State of New Hampshire 2. Master’s Degree in Education or related service 3. Experience in implementation and ensuring compliance with all special education regulations and legislation 4. Experience in student services and leading IEP meetings Required Skills: 1. Ability to read, understand, interpret information, and write clearly about special education and student services, related issues, processes, and programs 2. Ability to listen, understand, and respond to questions 3. Ability to calculate, analyze, and use data to render opinions and establish goals for improvement 4. Ability to use database, spreadsheet, word-processing programs 5. Ability to work with parents, staff, and other administration, on various related issues 6. Ability to understand and apply school charter, legislative proposals and regulations 7. Ability to prepare and manage budgets 8. Ability to facilitate and lead IEP meetings 9. Ability to give presentations in a variety of modalities 10. Ability to manage and lead special education and other staff as directed by the Director 11. Ability to analyze and interpret private evaluations including medical and psychological reports 12. Ability to administer, interpret, and report evaluation results for the purpose of special education eligibility determination Responsibilities: 1. Ensure Charter is followed 2. Assist with scheduling 3. Assist with discipline 4. Duty/Student coverage as directed 5. State/Federal Compliance 6. Crisis Intervention 7. Social Emotional Learning Support / Collaborate with Guidance 8. Teacher and Paraprofessional Support 9. Collaborate with PTO and parents/families/family outreach 10. Liaison to arrange special education services with LEA school districts for Grades K-7 and required billing 11. Collaborate and have weekly meetings with special education staff and other staff/contacts as needed 12. Supervisor to paraprofessional staff providing professional development, observations, annual review, and determining placement within the school based on the needs of identified students 13. Participation in the referral, evaluation, writing, and implementation of IEPs with the LEA district 14. Writing Behavior Intervention Plans in collaboration with appropriate staff members 15. Assist with documentation of student progress towards IEP goals 16. Participate in Student Support Team Meetings 17. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director

Green Mountain Smoker Grill Raffle Win a Green Mountain Smoker Grill just in time for the holidays! Only 200 tickets sold! $10 each. ​ Windham Academy would like to thank Mike of Veteran's Chimney for this generous donation! Buy Tickets Now Tickets on sale through 12/20. Winner drawn 12/21 @ 1pm, Live on Facebook How to Win: Only 200 Tickets Sold. $10 each. Tickets are sold online only through end of day on December 20. You will not receive a paper ticket. WA staff will create tickets on your behalf and enter them into the drawing. The drawing will be held LIVE on our Facebook page at 1pm on December 21. The winner must pick up the grill from Windham Academy (no shipping or delivery is available). To view details about the grill, visit https://greenmountaingrills.com/products/grills/prime-plus/daniel-boone-prime-plus/ Buy Tickets Now

Help us build our new STEM corner! Windham Academy staff, lead by Mrs. Wilcox and Mrs. Bragg, are busy planning for the new school year, and has amazing ideas for a NEW STEM learning space where students can immerse themselves in the world of science and engineering. ​ We have an opportunity to create a space that will complement our school and last for years to come by working with a local experience design company. In order to get this space up and running for the new school year, we need to raise some funds to complete the project. ​ Goal: $1,000 or more ​ Vision: We will be creating the stem space on the first floor of our building near the 1st grade classrooms. The space will have a LEGO entrance archway and plexiglass walls etched with STEM designs to create definition for the space but let in light and allow other students to see inside and get excited! ​ ​ Please help us create this space for students by donating today! ​ Thank you! ​ ​ This is your About Page. It's a great opportunity to give a full background on who you are, what you do and what your website has to offer. Double click on the text box to start editing your content and make sure to add all the relevant details you want to share with site visitors. Donate via PayPal by clicking the yellow button below. It's not necessary have a PayPal account.