High School Academic Coordinator

High School Academic Coordinator

Smoky Hill Education Service Center • www.smokyhill.org

Smoky Hill Education Service Center is seeking candidates for the position of 7-12 Academic Coordinator for our program at Lawrence Gardner High School inside the Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex in Topeka. This person will be responsible for helping build a school schedule based on a blended learning philosophy and scheduling students based on academic needs. Candidates must have extensive knowledge of and experience with curriculum, instructional strategies, graduation requirements, and educational best practices.

About Us:

Smoky Hill Education Service Center (SHESC) is a leading provider of innovative educational services, resources, and support to school districts, educators, and students across Kansas. We are committed to empowering educators, supporting schools, enhancing student learning experiences, and fostering educational excellence through innovative solutions and support services.

Requirements:

Valid Kansas Teaching or Building Administrators License.

Position Responsibilities Include:

Helping lead a comprehensive educational program tailored to the needs of students, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational best practices.

Collaborating with teachers and staff members to develop a curriculum that addresses the diverse academic needs and learning styles of students, incorporating relevant real-world applications.

Assisting the administrators in establishing and maintaining a positive and safe school climate conducive to learning, providing guidance and support to students, and promoting a culture of respect and accountability.

Helping students develop academic plans that match their skills, strengths, and needs.

Tracking students progress toward goals and/or graduation.

Communicating effectively and working cooperatively with other members of the school community.

Working independently and efficiently to complete the positions responsibilities.

Preparing reports and records.

Supporting school assessment efforts.

Coordinating and conducting one-on-one visits with the students, as necessary.

Keeping student information confidential and secure.

Performing other duties as assigned by LGHS and Smoky Hill ESC leadership.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

Capacity to work with students of varying abilities and backgrounds.

Ability to maintain positive working relationships with students and staff.

Effective organization and time management skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills with the ability to present information effectively to a wide range of audiences.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Education or a related field and a valid Kansas teaching license.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in teaching, preferably in a high school setting.

Experience working with adjudicated youth or in a correctional facility is highly desirable.

Benefits:

Competitive salary.

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, KPERS, and paid time off.

Collaborative and supportive work environment.

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, current teaching license or Kansas administrator license, and list of three professional references to:

Karli Robinson at krobinson@smokyhill.org or Smoky Hill Education Service Center, 605 E. Crawford ST, Salina, KS 67401.

Salary Information

$57,000.00-$64,000.00