Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment, including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem-solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem-solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines, and problem-solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting

tact and patience, and working flexible hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Oak Springs School
Per Year,  Full-Time Benefitted Position 40 Hours Weekly, Monday-Friday

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and also bring the following will be strongly preferred:

• Possess, or be eligible for, a Composite Agricultural Endorsement, providing flexibility in scheduling and long-term program sustainability.

• Ability to teach a range of agricultural courses such as Agricultural Biology, Plant Science, Floriculture (which may count for art credit), and other secondary agricultural offerings (up to nearly 30 courses, depending on endorsement and licensure).

• Advanced greenhouse management skills (beyond entry-level), including experience or coursework in greenhouse operations, plant propagation, woody and herbaceous plant materials, and introductory horticulture.

• Experience building strong, consistent, and structured relationships with at-risk students in a secondary setting.

• Copy of your State of Utah Licence and appropriate content area Endorsement(s).
• Two job-related references, including the company name, contact person's name/title, and their contact information.