Hospital/Homebound Coordinator (145B)[198]

POSITION TITLE:  Hospital/Homebound Coordinator

JOB CODE:  145B

DIVISION:  Academic, Support and Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE:  Coordinator

DEPARTMENT:  Student Assistance Programs

WORK DAYS:  198

REPORTS TO:  Supervisor, School Counseling

PAY GRADE:  CZ00 (Based on CC1 4, 5, 6, or 7)

FLSA:  Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY:  Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION:  Coordinate the provision of academic instruction to students who are confined to home for periods of time that would prevent normal school attendance.

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Educational Level:  Master Degree required

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Certification/License Required:  Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate required

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Experience:  3 years successful teaching experience

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Physical Activities:  Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:  Written and oral communication; knowledge of instructional strategies; technology proficiency

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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

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Provides supervision for the hospital/homebound staff.

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Provides academic instruction to hospital/homebound students.

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Coordinates the application process for hospital/homebound services.

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Communicates with physicians and parents.

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Works with local school personnel in coordinating instruction and reporting student progress. 

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Follows state and local guidelines for hospital/homebound program.

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Assists with development of a procedures manual for hospital/homebound instruction, as needed.

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Coordinates assignment and services of contracted teachers and hospital/homebound instructors.

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Oversees and maintains data for tracking services for hospital/homebound students. 

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Pursues more integrated use of technology for serving hospital/homebound students.

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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.