Project Specialist

Pittsburgh Grandview PreK-5

845 McLain St

Pittsburgh , PA 15210

Other - Position - Non-Certified

Job Number : 4600230225

Start Date :

Open Date : 07/09/2021

Closing Date : 08/31/2021

The Project Specialist is responsible for performing duties that will assist the Principal in daily operation of Pittsburgh Grandview PreK-5. The Project Specialist will work in tandem with the principal, counselor, teachers, and other staff to lead the implementation of projects and initiatives focused primarily on supporting a positive school culture that advances student learning and parent engagement at Pittsburgh Grandview PreK-5. 

Reports To : Principal

Salary :
Support Exempt Level 5 (starting at $60, 191)

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Qualifications :
-Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.

-Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred

-Experience with restorative practice and PBIS preferred

-Experience working with families preferred

-Possess strong word processing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Publisher.

-Strong organizational, communication both oral and written, and interpersonal skills required.

-Ability to exercise independent judgment in analyzing and resolving problems quickly.

-Ability to work productively on a team.

-Ability to be flexible and to respond in a timely manner to the needs of district wide personnel is required.

Residency Requirements : City of Pittsburgh Residency Required

Essential Job Functions :
1. Develop a relationship with the families and parents of Pittsburgh Grandview students, staff, parents, and community members

2. Anticipate and meet the needs of parents

3. Conduct home visits as part of the school-based team, and provide additional off-site supports to parents as needed

4. Serve as advocate for parents going through the psychological evaluation process led by the school psychologist and counselor

5. Utilize feedback from parent, student, teacher, and community surveys as a mechanism for continuous improvement

6. Support management of the daily operations of Pittsburgh Grandview

7. Function as the Pittsburgh Grandview lead on student transportation

8. Function as the Pittsburgh Grandview lead on parent volunteers, including conducting on-site training for all parent volunteers while working alongside the FACE Coordinator as needed

9. Support implementation of restorative practices, including conducting restorative circles and peer mediation as appropriate

10. Lead activities with students during lunch and recess

11. Lead workshops for parents on ways that they can be involved in a school setting

12. Lead workshops for Pittsburgh Grandview staff on how to increase parental engagement in their classes

13. Attend key meetings and training sessions as assigned by the Principal

14. Assist in managing all forms of communication to the Grandview staff, parents, and community partners (district website, Facebook page, Talking Points, Class DoJo), including establishing systems that will allow two-way communication between all parents/families

15. Supports PBIS and Restorative Practices

16. Additional duties as assigned by the Principal

The Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy or disability in its programs, activities, career and technical education programs or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. It is the policy of the Pittsburgh School District to make all services, programs and activities available and to provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. Please make requests for accommodations at least 72 hours before the scheduled event. For more information regarding accommodations, civil rights grievance procedures, please contact Employee Relations, Office of Human Resources, 341 S. Bellefield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or 412-529-HELP (4357).