• Associate Mentor

    Fairfield Community School District (Fairfield, IA)


    Associate Mentor JobID: 2401

     

    + Position Type:

     

    Support Staff/ Teacher Associate

     

    + Date Posted:

     

    5/15/2025

     

    + Location:

     

    All Buildings

     

    + Date Available:

     

    08/19/2025

     

    + Closing Date:

     

    until filled

     

    TITLE: Associate Mentor

     

    DEPARTMENT: Assigned Building

     

    REPORTS TO: Building Principal

     

    RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: District Leadership

     

    BASIC FUNCTION (BF1): The Associate Mentor plays an essential role in guiding and supporting associate in their professional development, ensuring that they have the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to be effective in their roles. This position serves as a liaison between district leaders, building administrators, and Associate, fostering a supportive and efficient work environment. The Associate Mentor will assist with annual training setups, provide technical support, and ensure that Associate have a clear understanding of day-to-day operations, including Medicaid processing and injury reporting.

    SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all Fairfield Community Schools Positions SJF1-10):

    Demonstrated experience or willingness to acquire skills:

    + Embraces and exhibits characteristics outlined in the Fairfield CSD Portrait of a Trojan.

    + Exhibits dedication to the district's mission and vision, actively promoting its values.

    + Demonstrates an ability to be adaptable and respond productively to setbacks.

    + Exhibits discipline and flexibility with an ability to embrace diverse perspectives.

    + Prioritizes active listening as a foundation for understanding others' perspectives, values, and attitudes.

    + Exhibits ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

    + Demonstrates disciplined thinking that is clear, rational, open-minded, and informed by evidence.

    + Exhibits critical-thinking skills and problem-solving ability.

    + Exhibits commitment to collaborating with others.

    + Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity, concern, and respect to connect with others’ feelings, opinions, experiences, and culture.

    HIRING SPECIFICATIONS (HSBS1-16):

    Demonstrated experience or willingness to acquire skills:

    + Liaison for District Leadership Input: Act as a communication link between associate, building administrators, and district leaders to relay pertinent updates and feedback.

    + Assist with Training and Tech Support: Help set up annual training, assist with Medicaid processing training, and provide ongoing tech support for associates.

    + Problem-Solving and Q&A: Address daily questions and concerns related to associate duties, time clock issues, and injury reporting. Offer guidance and quick solutions.

    + Collaborate with Building Administrators: Work directly with building leadership to ensure associates have the support they need and relay any school-specific updates.

    + Manage Meetings and Reflection: Host monthly structured meetings for associates, facilitating observations, feedback, and reflections to foster professional growth.

    + Lead in other duties as may be assigned.

    ABILITIES (A1):

    This position will require physical demands, including constant standing, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling, lifting under 30 pounds, and carrying items at least 35 feet. There will be frequent climbing of stairs and manual dexterity tasks. There will be occasional sitting and vehicle driving. The working conditions will be constantly inside/outside with extremes of temperature and humidity.

    KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION (KE1-3 and KED1-3):

    Required to meet one of the following qualifications:

    + High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in education or related fields is a plus.

    + Prior experience in an educational setting, especially working with associates, is preferred.

    + Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide guidance and resolve issues effectively.

    + Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

    Desired:

    5+ Years of Experience

     

    POSITION INVENTORY: Classified

     

    FLSA STATUS: Exempt

    FT/PT: FT

    Notice of Non-Discrimination-public notice:It is the policy of the Fairfield Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and it its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Evan Marten, Fairfield Community School District ACT Center Central Office, 403 South 20th St., Fairfield, IA 52556 Telephone: (641)472-2655. Email: [email protected] ([email protected])