St. Louis Public Schools Saint Louis , MO 63150
Posted 1 week ago
Position Title: Virtual Learning Facilitator
Payroll/Personnel Type: 10 Month
Job #: 8777
Reports to: Director of Virtual Learning
Shift Length: 6 Hours a Day
Union Eligibility: Not Eligible
Starting Salary: $49,744.77
Position Summary:
SLPS is seeking talented Educators with a broad base of knowledge in curriculum, pedagogy, and educational technology. In this position, learning facilitators are expected to plan, organize, and deliver virtual programs of instruction that support the premise/core belief that all children can learn and implement activities that promote learning goals and academic expectations. Our diverse student population deserves and appreciates learning facilitators who are committed and who have a passion for their work.
Essential Functions:
Manage, track, and report out on the caseload of students enrolled in virtual programming full-time, part-time, or as an option for credit recovery
Internalize instructional programming and prepare appropriate supplemental resources using research-based practices in virtual and Blended Learning to support self-paced learning
Prepare for classes/caseloads assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the administrator
Provide instructional support as needed through whole group and small group instruction, tutoring, or other differentiated instructional support to ensure success on individualized learning pathways
Maintain targeted office hours for progress monitoring and feedback check-ins (minimum of 30 minutes at least once per month for each student on caseload)
Maintain a high level of virtual student engagement and success in asynchronous coursework through strategic data-tracking and by providing multi-tiered systems of support as needed
Analyze data to assess virtual learning programs, instruction, and achievement to inform decisions for virtual learning programming; manage, track, and report on the caseload of students; provide progress reports as needed
Grade and provide feedback on virtual student work
Foster a collaborative learning community inclusive of families
Operate as a home-school liaison; create homeschool opportunities
Create and maintain a safe virtual learning space
Demonstrate an overall knowledge of one's discipline(s) that allows him/her to teach to the student's ability levels and learning styles
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations
Create and maintain a safe virtual learning space; Create a virtual learning environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of virtual learning behavior
Communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and student strengths/weaknesses to parents and students
Assess students' special needs and collaborate with school services and community agencies to meet those needs
Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students, colleagues, and parents
Modify own professional development plan to improve instructional performance and promote student learning
Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies
Report in person to assigned location (locations may vary)
Attend Academic Office meetings including Curriculum and Instruction and Virtual Learning team meetings, or other team meetings as scheduled
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Effectively manage a virtual learning environment, and virtual instructional design, and highly skilled in the use of digital applications and productivity tools
Possess knowledge of district policies and mandates related to parent involvement, discipline, and student achievement
Possess a willingness to interact on a personal level with parents
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to create an effective Parent Resource Center
Demonstrate patience and compassion with students, staff, and parents in a variety of settings
Develop trusting relationships with parents, teachers, and students
Work effectively on a team and with parents
Work collaboratively with peers and others
Possess knowledge of various cultures' values, behaviors, beliefs, and traditions
Possess strong and effective written and oral communication and presentation skills with all constituencies
Demonstrate passion for improving public, and urban education and driven to make a difference
Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving capabilities
Demonstrate organizational skills related to all Essential Functions listed above
Experience:
Evidence of success in virtual/hybrid teaching
History of working with culturally, diverse parents and families in an urban educational setting
Experience collaborating with community agencies
Evidence of serving effectively in a collaborative team setting
Education:
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Working Conditions and Environment:
Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
In connection with hiring for this position,+ the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin.
SLPS believes in taking care of its employees. We offer a fully-insured health care plan along with some amazing perks! Here are some of the highlights of our benefits plan and perks, but you'll want to check out www.slps.org/careers for all of the details.
Fully-paid health insurance for self
$30,000 of tuition reimbursement (certificated staff)
$40,000 group term life insurance
Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
Pension plan
Robust wellness programs
Please note benefit and perk eligibility may vary by employee status, employment date, and job classification.
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