Title 1 Engagement Ambassador

Job Description Residency Requirements: TEXAS This remote Engagement Ambassador position is Title 1 funded position is responsible for supporting student engagement through regular student conferences/meetings, parent contact, and coaching to address both academic and social-emotional needs. The position will have an assigned caseload of students with the purpose of removing barriers to academic success. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. This position offers a base salary of $48,000. Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Texas Virtual Academy of Hallsville (TVAH). We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Texas Virtual Academy of Hallsville (TVAH) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us! This is a full-time REMOTE position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Oversee a caseload of students assigned as their main point of contact with the school; Serve as a liaison between students, Learning Coaches and teachers and/or administration; Contact late starting or missing students by phone and work to quickly ensure a Strong Start at the school; Monitor academic progress and activity of students on their caseload; Initiate meaningful, recurring contact by phone with students and their Learning Coach; Initiate larger student support interventions when a student begins showing signs of academic decline as determined by course grades, log-ins, course activity and missing assignments; Arrange support conferences as needed to address performance concerns; Assist students in creating plans to get back on track; Provide outreach, training, and support to families who respond to Students First Check In surveys; Increase professional knowledge and skills by attending required staff meetings; participating in school and K12 sponsored Professional Development, and seeking other professional learning opportunities. Participate in State testing as required Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Three (3) years of experience in education Understanding of Title 1 programming Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills Organizations skills, multi-tasking abilities Customer service focus Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced work environment Experience coordinating academically oriented clubs and extra-curricular activities Familiarity with the online learning experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Web proficiency Ability to travel 20% of the time Ability to clear required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Some college Experience supporting adults and children in learning and the use of technology An ability to learn new technology tools quickly (e.g. database and web-based tools)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is virtual. Job Type Regular The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is 'at-will' as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the 'at-will' nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stride