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.

Focus Group

You’re Invited

Parents of Children 0-5 Who Are Receiving Infant and Toddler Program Services or Whose Children Recently Exited

IPUL is Hosting a Focus Group via Zoom with the Office of Special Education Programs on Monday, October 2 at 11:00 a.m. Mountain to Hear Your Voices and Get Your Feedback. 

If You Are Interested, Please Register Here: https://forms.gle/x4htLCtiqZadX15D8 

Maximum - 10 Parents 

$25.00 Participation Stipends

The Parent Voice Summit Registration is Closed!

(But we can still fit a few more people in for the pre-summit!)

We have filled every slot for the main summit on Saturday, September 30th, and registration is now closed. If you are interested in attending the pre-summit on Friday, September 29th (Transition to Adulthood for Parents of Youth with Disabilities), please contact us directly at parents@ipulidaho.org. We have room for approximately five more parents to attend. See you next week!

Sharing this information from the Idaho Assistive Technology Project:

A Program for Increasing the Availability of Quality Refurbished Computers for Students with Disabilities on an IEP for Use in the Home

The Idaho Assistive Technology Project are pleased to announce the continuation of a program designed to increase the availability of high-quality refurbished computers for students with disabilities who are served on an

Individualized Education Plan (IEP). This program was developed through a partnership between Computers for Kids, the Idaho State Department of Education, and the Idaho Assistive Technology Project (IATP).

Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is a non-profit 501(C)(3) organization formed in 2002 that receives donated computers from individuals and businesses, then refurbishes and licenses them for distribution to students for their home use. Their mission is to offer Idaho students, grades K to 12, the opportunity to access a variety of technological supports through their use of

their own computer at home.

The Idaho Assistive Technology Project (IATP) is a federally funded program administered by the Center on Disabilities and Human Development at the University of Idaho. Our goal is to increase the availability of assistive technology devices and services for Idahoans with disabilities. The project provides a number of assistive technology services to Idahoans with disabilities of all ages and disability categories.

You can find out more information and read all about it here:

https://idahoat.org/Portals/60/Documents/Services/Cover-letter-and-Student-Application-2020-21.pdf

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:

•  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.

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

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.

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