IPUL's E-News for September 8, 2023 | |
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Here are the highlights of our upcoming events and recent activity online. Not everything is included due to timeliness.
If an advertised event already took place, we've left it off.
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IPUL is Looking For Teaching Artists | |
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Calling all dedicated and artistic educators, special educators and creative teaching artists for positions teaching diverse young minds!
Are you a passionate educator who believes in the transformative power of learning through creativity and innovation? Do you have a deep commitment to nurturing young minds who learn in unconventional ways? We are looking for people who have experienced the power of creativity and individualized support to unlock each student's potential. At Idaho Parents Unlimited’s IPUL Arts, we believe in fostering growth, empowerment, and creativity for students with unique needs. We are seeking a Lead Teacher or Teaching Artist for the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives. We have positions open in both of our statewide programs: Artist in Residence and the Work of Art program.
Positions Overview
As a Lead Teacher in our Work of Art Program you will play a pivotal role in shaping young minds and guiding them on their educational journey. You will implement engaging visual arts lesson plans, foster a collaborative classroom atmosphere, and mentor fellow educators utilizing our Work of Art curriculum. Your expertise will guide and inspire students with disabilities to think critically and develop essential life and employment skills. This unit will last 10 weeks, with a full-time 3-week teaching intensive situated in the middle. You will be required to plan and coordinate with other teachers, our Arts Administrator, and a client business partner.
As a Teaching Artist with a special education focus in our Artist in Residence program you will work with classroom teachers to develop an artistic lesson in visual or performing arts that is linked in a meaningful way to the class curriculum to foster cross subject learning and development of cultural contexts. The position is a baseline of 10 hours, with a schedule agreed upon between the teaching artist and the classroom teacher. Coordination and communication with our IPUL Arts Administrator is also required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, the arts, or related field or with equivalent experience
- Proven experience in educational leadership and/or artistic excellence
- An understanding of how to teach students who are neurodiverse and/or physically diverse
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Innovative mindset with a passion for experiential learning
- Dedication to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment
- Ability to adapt to various learning styles and needs
If you are ready to inspire, innovate, and shape the future of education, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your educational philosophy, and a portfolio showcasing your teaching or artistic work to jobs@ipulidaho.org using “IPUL Arts” in the subject line. Let's embark on this exciting journey together!
Application Deadline: September 19, 2023. Boise Work of Art classes begin the week of October 30, 2023.
- Competitive compensation for all positions.
- All teaching staff working with children must complete a background check including fingerprinting
4619 W. Emerald, Ste. E., Boise, ID 83706
TEL: 208-342-5884
FAX: 208-342-1408
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Idaho Parents Unlimited is the Idaho F2F.
Each F2F is staffed by highly skilled, knowledgeable families with first-hand experience of the challenges faced by children with special health care needs and their families. Connect with your local F2F at www.familyvoices.org. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
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Administrative Assistant I
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Full -Time Administrative Assistant
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
LOCATION: IPUL Office, Boise
HOURS: Full-time - 40 hours per week
PAY: $18-20.00 per hour DOE
About Us:
Idaho Parents Unlimited is a dedicated and passionate nonprofit organization committed to providing invaluable support and resources to parents of children with disabilities. Our mission is to empower these parents, enhance their knowledge, and create a supportive community where they can share experiences and learn from one another. We believe in fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and embraces the unique challenges faced by families of children with disabilities.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and organized individual to join our team and contribute to our mission of supporting parents of children with disabilities. This person will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our organization's administrative tasks and assisting with various projects that directly impact the families we serve.
Key Responsibilities:
- Primarily assist the Executive Director in grants management and organization
- Manage our intake line which includes: calls, emails, and other inquiries, providing timely and accurate responses
- Maintain an organized and efficient filing system for documents, resources, and records
- Assist in planning and coordinating workshops, support group meetings, and events
- Collaborate with other team members to update and manage the organization's website and social media platforms
- Assist in preparing and distributing newsletters, communications, and promotional materials
- Perform general administrative duties including data collection and entry for multiple staff
- Conduct evaluation surveys as needed
- Maintain project calendars to help coordinate work flow
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director including assisting in other special events as needed
- Accept and represent the IPUL organizational philosophy
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework is a plus
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with great attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
- Compassionate and empathetic attitude toward parents of children with disabilities
- Previous experience in office administration, customer service, or nonprofit work is preferred but not required
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Additional Information:
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Work hours are primarily in the Boise main office Monday-Friday between 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- This is an in-person position – NOT hybrid or remote
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful
Physical Demands and Workplace Environment:
- The employee occasionally lifts, pushes, and/or moves up to 50 pounds
- The noise level of the work environment is moderate to loud noise
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in the lives of parents of children with disabilities, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experience to jobs@ipulidaho.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
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September Monthly Workshop:
Back to School Basics: Strategies for a Successful Start to School
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Idaho Parents Unlimited
Engage + Educate + Bridge + Lead
Monthly Workshop
Champions for Change: The Power of a Personal Story
“Tell me a fact, and I’ll learn. Tell me a truth, and I’ll believe.
But tell me a story, and it will live in my heart forever.” – Indian Poverb
Tell your story and become a champion for change.
What is Systems Change?
How sharing your story can impact change.
Advocacy tips and tricks!
September 12, 2023 12:30-1:30 pm MST (11:30 am -12:30 pm PST)
via Zoom
Registration required
September Training URL: https://ipulidaho.org/event-registrations/september2023training/
All current IPUL events : https://ipulidaho.org/rsvp-workshop/
Contact us:
Facebook and Instagram: /IdahoParentsUnlimited
Twitter: /IPULIdaho
ipulidaho.org
parents@ipulidaho.org
208.342.5884
#MonthlyWorkshops #IEP
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Coming In September!
IPUL's Parent Voice Summit
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Parent Voice Summit
See IPUL's Event page for this:
The Parent Voice Summit is a two-day event aimed providing a platform for parents to come together, share their experiences, and learn valuable information and skills related to their role as advocates and supporters of their children.
The event will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and interactive sessions designed to foster dialogue and conversation, provide resources, and encourage collaboration among parents, educators, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
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Contact Idaho Parents Unlimited!
The best method to reach us for assistance is through our website:
https://ipulidaho.org/connect-with-us#contact-us-here . You can also shoot us a question using the abbreviated version of that form at the bottom of every page on our website, although we may need to get more information from you.
We monitor our intake phone line (208-342-5884) during the workday, and will try to respond to any request there within 24 hours. We use an automated intake phone system, so you will be leaving a message. (Please be sure the number you are leaving us can accept text or voice messages.)
For questions that are not about something in our scope of work, you can still leave a phone message as above, send the question to the form on our website, or shoot us an email at parents@ipulidaho.org.
We keep our website updated with new news and events, and maintain a presence on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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IPUL's programs are funded in part through grants and contracts with the following: | |
Programs and services offered by Idaho Parents Unlimited are supported in part by the U.S. Department of Education (H328M200033) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) Affordable Care Act Family to Family Health Information Center (H84MC12896), opinions expressed herein do not necessarily represent the positions of either department, endorsement is not assumed | | | | |
