JOB TITLE : PULSAR Coordinator	LOCATION: Middle School
	JOB CATEGORY: Extra-Curricular
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Administrator(s)	PAY GRADE: Supplemental Pay Scale
	FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs all tasks and duties related to the PULSAR program within the assigned middle school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• Organizes, implements, and supervises the plan for selection of PULSAR members;
• Plans, organizes, implements, and supervises PULSAR retreats in the Spring and Fall;
• Orders needed materials;
• Plans, organizes, and supervises at least eight (8) yearly after-school activities for club members in addition to retreats;
• Maintains an accurate budget for PULSAR;
• Adheres to Rockingham County Public Schools and School Handbook policies and procedures, regarding parent contact, student supervision, field trip approval, purchasing and budgetary matters;
• Reports all activities to the principal or designee for approval;
• Ensures the adequate and safe supervision of students;
• Reports all accidents, injuries and/or other matters pertaining to the general welfare of the student to the appropriate authority and/or parents immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Maintains licensure at the state and/or national level; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date;
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Demonstrates non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;
• Performs related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor(s) in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The PULSAR Coordinator must have knowledge of the PULSAR program goals, objectives, and activities. The coordinator must possess strong communication and organizational skills. The coordinator should have concrete knowledge about the developmental levels of children and expected behaviors associated with those levels.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The PULSAR Coordinator should be a full-time faculty member of Rockingham County Public Schools and trained as a PULSAR leader.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must possess good moral character.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classroom; gym, cafeteria; auditorium; and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, lifting, up to approximately 30 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Overnight travel to a retreat site with limited facilities for 48 hours will be required twice a year. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Close contact with children to provide behavior management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other assigned trainers, volunteers, and parents is required. Occasional contact with medical professionals may be required.

School Board Approved

8/14/01