Math Teacher - iLEAD Flex Exploration, Lancaster

Job Description

Job Description

High School Math Classes-Candidates may have a Single Subject Math, Single Subject Foundational Level Math, or Multiple Subject credential (with Math Authorization is preferred)

JOB TITLE: Educational Facilitator

REPORTS TO: School Director and/or Designee

CLASSIFICATION:  Certificated

WHO WE ARE                                                                                                 (ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW)

We employ a diverse, empathetic, and passionate team who value collaboration, integrity and the desire to be a servant leader. We are committed to excellence and work tirelessly to improve learner outcomes, by empowering learners through Project-Based Learning, Individualized Learning and Social-Emotional Learning. We are committed to being self-directed, participating in ongoing personal and professional development, problem solving, and embracing a growth mindset. With our unwavering commitment to excellence, we are confident that our team will thrive and succeed in all areas of their lives.

THE OPPORTUNITY                                                                                                 (POSITION OVERVIEW)

Reporting to the School and/or Program Director the Educational Facilitator (EF) is an innovator in the education field that inspires and supports all educational needs of TK-12 home study families assigned to them by facilitating an engaging and highly individualized education. As a point of contact and representative of the iLEAD home study program, the EF provides academic and operational support to the parents and learners.

WHAT YOU WILL DO                                                                          (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Oversee the academic, physical, extracurricular education by planning, implementing and instructing.

• Conduct oneself in a confident manner so as to present oneself as the point of contact for assigned parents and learners of the independent study program.

• Plan, develop, and organize, in collaboration with the learner/parent, an individual learning plan (ILP) for each learner, which incorporates the standards (including helping to research and determine which curriculum would be most beneficial to the learner’s educational objectives).

• Meet in person or virtually with the learner at least every 20 days to: (a) assess and evaluate learner achievement and growth utilizing parent observations, body of work and learner work samples, (b) provide guidance and support to parents and learners, (c) discuss monthly learning/body of work and samples with each learner, (d) make any necessary adjustments or recommendations on teaching practices as needed per individual learner needs, and (e) regularly work one-on-one with a learner needing more support.

• Collect learner work samples monthly after reviewing the body of work. Assign work through the ILP. Maintain required learner portfolios as outlined by guidelines. 

• Take attendance, confirm activity logs are saved and signed if needed, upload and/or maintain learning records and samples.

• Award semester grades and progress reports in conjunction with parents.

• Schedule additional communication or meetings as needed to meet the needs of the learner. 

• Respond to parent inquiries and concerns within (1) business day of contact.

• Model teaching strategies, as needed, to help parents be more effective facilitators as well.

• Help parents navigate the rules, policies, and procedures of the program, as well as the website(s) and any other computer systems they will be using.

• Ensure that all learner needs are being met and, if needed, meet with the team members Lead Facilitator(s) or Regional Lead(s) of independent study for additional support. 

• Provide extra curriculum support to at-promise learners to fill learning gaps.

• Engage in meaningful professional development activities on a regular basis to broaden knowledge in education, home study, independent study and charter schools.

• Consistently provide information to staff and families on field studies, testing, orientations, workshops, or any other school events/gatherings.

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of high school graduation requirements and regularly participate in professional development pertaining to high school.

• Attend and/or assist with all schoolwide, family and learner-related meetings (IEPs, EL, etc.) in various locations. 

• Attend required staff meetings including monthly pod meetings, all staff meetings, professional development and any other training(s) as necessary. 

• Proctor state mandated assessments (CAASPP, PFT, math placement, etc.) and ensure all learners on the EF’s roster have been tested. This may require additional days of proctoring makeup testing.

• Proctor internal benchmark (MAP) testing and/or ensure all learners on their roster have completed any other applicable assessments (EL, SPED, etc.).

• Perform any tasks needed for educational agencies for the purposes of WASC or data collection.

• Adhere to California school law, State Board of Education rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and regulations, and school regulations and procedures.

• Seek and provide support from colleagues on an ongoing basis.

• Work collaboratively with all team members including enrollment, community providers, pod buddies, investment team members, leadership team, Director(s) and other iLEAD employees.

• Meet deadlines given by Lead Facilitators, Investment Team Heads, Coordinators and/or Directors on projects and duties.

• Participate and take initiative in the planning, organization and implementation of goals associated with investment teams so as to contribute to the overall betterment of the iLEAD independent study program. 

• Coordinate the dissemination of information and communication related to education, to homeschool organizations, local, district and community-wide parenting events.

• Support the enrollment process and contact potential and new families to help with enrollment as needed.

• Support in the ordering of materials and services confirming that families adhere to the ordering guidelines.