Digital Learning Program Facilitator

Position Summary To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools. Reporting Reports to: Principal and/or Designee. Qualifications Must hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a teaching endorsement in a secondary content area. Learning Behavior Specialist (LBSI) endorsement is required to facilitate the program serving only students with individualized education plans (IEP). Experience using digital learning platforms preferred. Experience working with students who were unsuccessful in a traditional educational setting preferred. Bilingual (English‑Spanish) preferred. Responsibilities Enroll students in appropriate grade‑level curriculum using the district's digital learning platform. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students. Guide the learning process and support students' successful completion of courses. Assess the accomplishment of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Collect data and prepare course completion reports and other reports as requested by administration. Initiate contact with parents/guardians regularly and respond promptly, constructively and professionally to parent‑initiated contacts/concerns. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students. Establish a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles. Prepare for virtual programming and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration. Communicate regularly with members of the Pupil Personnel Services Department. Work cooperatively with other school personnel to support students with identified needs and to support diverse learners. Meet and facilitate the program in the locations and at the times designated. Supervise students outside of the classroom during passing periods. Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state. Attend all staff meetings and/or professional development sessions as allowed by contract. Adhere to the published policies and procedures of the District. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Assist the administration in selecting resources, equipment, and other instructional materials. Perform any other related duties as requested by building administration. Essential Skills and Experience Ability to use digital learning platforms. Knowledge of best practices with an emphasis on engaging students in an asynchronous, virtual environment. Ability to maintain a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems. Knowledge of appropriate behavioral strategies when interacting with students. Experience in and knowledge of goal setting, self‑reflection, and post‑secondary opportunities. Physical Demands and Work Environment Occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Terms of Employment Ten‑month work year (180 days). Starting annual salary between $59,158 and $97,829 depending upon education and verified teaching experience. Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension. 55 minute duty‑free lunch (40 minutes on Wednesdays). 10 sick days and 5 personal days for new hires. Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current AFT/IFT Local 683 Agreement. Performance evaluation based on criteria as defined in the AFT/IFT Local 683 Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures. Equal Opportunity This position is open to all qualified candidates. All appropriate employment decisions will be made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thornton Fractional High School District 215