CHESTER UPLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT
Office of Human Resources
Internal Candidates Only
MARS SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Incoming Kindergarten through Incoming Ninth Grade
(Morning Session)
Program Description: The Math, Arts, Reading and Science Summer Enrichment Program (MARS) is designed to present
students with skills and enrichment activities that foster academic success. Students will be actively engaged through
various experiences including reading and math enrichment, hands-on science experiments, technology-based learning,
and an array of other activities that foster positive development.
Staff Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Unless otherwise specified)
Dates: June 29-July 31, 2015
Locations:
1)
Chester Upland School of the Arts (CUSA) for Incoming Kindergarten through Incoming 6th grade students
2)
STEM at Showalter for incoming 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students
Staff Needed:
(14) K- 6th grade certified teachers
(4) 7th -9th grade content certified teachers (2 English/Language Arts & 2 Mathematics)
(3) Science Teachers
(1) ELL Teacher
(2) Special Education Teachers
(4) Climate Managers
(4) School Safety Officers
(2) Certified/Licensed School Nurse
(11) Assistant Teachers
Ideal Candidates Possess Demonstrated Knowledge of:
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CUSD Integrated Literacy Framework
Accurately assessing students independent Reading levels, and monitoring students’ reading growth
Implementing web-based learning software
Implementing effective Mathematics lessons
Implementing effective Science Lessons
Small Group Instruction
Required:
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Valid PA teaching certificate (Teachers)
60 Required Credits or completed program (Assistant Teachers)
Recorded satisfactory attendance and observations (Teachers)
Demonstrated effective classroom management/climate management skills (All Positions)
Up to date clearances (All Positions)
CHESTER UPLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT
Office of Human Resources
Internal Candidates Only
MARS SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Incoming Kindergarten through Incoming Sixth Grades
(Afternoon Session)
Program Description: The Math, Arts, Reading and Science Summer Enrichment Program (MARS) is designed to present
students with skills and enrichment activities that foster academic success. Students will be actively engaged through
various experiences including reading and math enrichment, hands-on science experiments, technology-based learning,
and an array of other activities that foster positive development.
Staff Hours: 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. (Unless otherwise specified)
Location: Chester Upland School of the Arts (CUSA)
Grades: Incoming Kindergarten – Incoming 6th
Dates: June 29-July 31, 2015
Hours: 12:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.
Staff Needed:
(10)
(1)
(2)
(2)
(1)
(1)
Enrichment Support Staff (Teachers and Assistant Teachers)
Physical Education Teacher
Climate Managers
School Safety Officers
Certified/Licensed School Nurse
Dance Teacher
Position Description
MARS afternoon staff will support the implementation, climate, and operations of the enrichment component of MARS
while engaging students in fun, interesting activities. Afternoon staff must be energetic and able to connect enrichment
activities to learning. Staff must be patient, caring and possess ability to defuse potentially disruptive situations.
Afternoon staff will be responsible for motivating students through structured extended learning opportunities.
Required:
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Valid PA teaching certificate (Teachers)
60 Required Credits or completed program (Assistant Teachers)
Recorded satisfactory attendance and observations (Teachers)
Demonstrated effective classroom management/climate management skills (All Positions)
Up to date clearances (All Positions)
CHESTER UPLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT
Office of Human Resources
Internal Candidates Only
Extended School Year
Program Description: Extended School Year (ESY) is provided to all eligible students who require summer programming
in order to prevent regression of skills. The program includes academic work, hands on activities and a trip/leisure
activity every week.
Staff Hours: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: STEM at Showalter
Grades: All
Dates: June 29-July 31, 2015
Hours for Students: 8:30 am to 1:30 pm
Staff Needed:
(17) Teachers
(17) Teacher Assistants
(20) PCA’s
Ideal Candidates Possess the Following:
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Accurately assessing students skill levels in all areas and monitoring/documenting students’ growth
Implementing web-based learning software
Implementing effective Mathematics lessons
Small Group Instruction
Ability to work collaboratively with others
Required:
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Valid PA teaching certificate (Teachers)
60 Required Credits or completed program (Assistant Teachers)
Recorded satisfactory attendance and observations (All Positions)
Demonstrated effective classroom management/climate management skills (All Positions)
Up to date clearances (All Positions)
Office Use
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Approved ____________________
Notified ___________________________
School Assignment__________________
Recommended Yes ____ No ____
Revised 4/29/15
Chester Upland School District
APPLICATION FOR POSITIONS
Summer Enrichment Programs
Internal Candidates Only
Mr.
Ms. __________________________________________________________________________
Last
First
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Present
Address_______________________________________________________________
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Street
City
State
Zip Code
Home Telephone No. ____________________
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Location
Cell # _________________________________
Site: _____________________ Department _____________________________
Position: _____________________________
How many years have you taught? ________ List Grades or Subjects _____________________
Teaching Certificate(s) now in force (Exact Title) ____________________________________
What Program is your preference?:
MARS Summer Enrichment Morning Session K-6
MARS Summer Enrichment Morning Session 7-9
MARS Summer Enrichment Afternoon Kindergarten -6
ESY Summer Program 7-8
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CUSA
STEM
CUSA
STEM
Times
8:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
8:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Please note the director will consider your preference; however placement will be made as what best suits our students
need.
Briefly why should you be selected for the summer enrichment program?
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Applicant’s Signature
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The Chester Upland School District is an Equal Opportunity
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PRINCIPAL/SUPERVISOR RECOMMENDATION
Applicant’s Name_____________________________________School_________________
Satisfactory
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Is able to establish rapport with
parents.
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Willingness to Accept Supervision
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Cooperativeness
Unsatisfactory
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Total Number of Days Absent ___________
Total Number of Times Late __________
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Teacher Assistants are hired on seniority basis per contract
________ I recommend the applicant for a position.
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PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED FORMS ON/OR BEFORE May 11, 2015
Office of Human Resources
Chester Upland School District
1720 Melrose Avenue
Chester PA 19013
Summer Pay:
Certificated Staff $25./hr
Nurses
$25./hr
Climate Managers $20./hr.
Security Staff
$17.85/hr.
Teacher Assistants $12./hr
PCA’S
$8.17/hr.