Educational Facilitator - Lead, iLEAD Hybrid Exploration

iLEAD California Charters

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the School and/or Program Directors the Lead 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid California Multiple Subject Credential or Single Subject Credential.
ELL Authorization - CLAD, BCLAD certification.
Demonstrate proficiency in technology skills with the ability to learn and use online platforms, systems and software to support learning and record keeping.
Demonstrate ability to perform tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrate standards of moral character and maintain a professional demeanor to serve as an effective role model for learners.
Exercise mature judgment in working with confidential information.
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
Work independently, be a self starter, problem solve and multi-task.
Establish and maintain friendly, cooperative and effective working relationships with all learners, families and staff.
Exhibit an enthusiasm for learning and the belief that each learner can and will succeed.
Understand, recommend and support a variety of learning styles, philosophies, and approaches to better support the homeschool endeavor.
Ability to align and assign curriculum and activities with standards and to adopt grading practices that can be used authentically assess a learner’s progress.
Willingness to be involved on teams and committees to support the school’s mission and vision.
Belief in the iLEAD mission and a willingness to work as a vital part of the iLEAD team to ensure excellence in learning opportunities and contribute to the iLEAD community as a whole.
Understand and apply Steven Covey’s “Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” as well as Schoolwide Learning Outcomes (SLOs).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with homeschool or independent study programs preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the academic, physical, extracurricular education by planning, implementing and instructing.
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.
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.).
Attend required staff meetings including professional development and any other training(s) as necessary.
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, 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.
Report information in a timely manner regarding each learner’s attendance and learning.
Provide necessary paperwork, information and training to new families.
Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.
Maintain necessary teaching credentials.
Attend and assist in planning field studies, park days, info meetings, webinars, conventions as needed.
Complete other duties as defined by the Director(s) of the program or other school leaders.
Be self-directed by taking initiative and responsibility for your work.
Work in a collaborative, team based and innovative environment.
Commit to Excellence by seeking ways to improve and exceed expectations or Commit to excellence by seeking to raise the bar for self and team.
Prioritize the growth and needs of the team, lead by example, and foster a supportive work environment.
High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
Approach problems and challenges with a human-centered creative mindset, seeks to understand, develops multiple solutions to find the best answer.
Helps create a positive culture by being committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion promoting ethical behavior and social responsibility within the workplace.
Be authentic, own your strengths and weaknesses, ask for help when needed, be honest and transparent in your communications, working towards common goals that are meaningful to you and the team.
Represent iLEAD and the school in which work in a positive and professional manner in all interactions and communications.
Pursue continuous improvement and maintain professional competence through seeking out opportunities to develop new knowledge skills and perspectives. This includes participation in professional development activities offered and self-selected professional growth activities.
Perform other responsibilities as defined by the designated supervisor.