Live Online High School English Teacher, iLEAD Exploration

iLEAD California Charters•Castaic, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

iLEAD Exploration is seeking an innovative Live High School Facilitator to inspire and support the educational needs of high school independent study families. This role involves facilitating an engaging and highly individualized education, serving as a point of contact and representative of the iLEAD independent study program, and providing academic and operational support to parents and learners. The ideal candidate is a servant leader committed to excellence, collaboration, integrity, and continuous personal and professional development, embracing a growth mindset to empower learners through Project-Based Learning, Individualized Learning, and Social-Emotional Learning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Single Subject Credential
ELL Authorization - CLAD required, BCLAD desirable
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 California 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 California community as a whole.
Understand and apply Steven Covey’s “Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” as well as Schoolwide Learning Outcomes (SLOs).
Communicating with others to exchange information. (In Person/Telephone/Computer)
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
When needed to support a school or education program, must have the ability to travel by public transit as well as operate a vehicle for self-transportation purposes between worksites.
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Ability to work in situations involving the need to make informed and quick decisions.
Ability to supervise/manage workers and delegate as needed in project management situations.
Reading detailed documentation and analyzing data sets.
Writing professionally, both by hand and utilizing computer software.
Speaking in public settings including making public presentations to large and small groups.
Dealing and navigating professionally through high-stress situations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with homeschool or independent study programs preferred.
BCLAD desirable

Responsibilities

Deliver live, synchronous instruction twice weekly per live section via the designated virtual platform.
Provide asynchronous instruction aligned with course standards and A-G guidelines, as applicable.
Develop and organize comprehensive course plans and lesson sequences that meet graduation requirements.
Monitor and record attendance and participation in live classes.
Integrate assessments, exams, and rubrics to measure learner growth and achievement outcomes.
Proctor required district and state testing, as applicable.
Evaluate work samples and provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments.
Award semester grades and progress reports in accordance with school policies.
Provide weekly office hours to support learners with assignments and skill development.
Schedule additional communication or meetings to address learner needs via phone, email, virtual, or in-person contact, as appropriate.
Respond to parent inquiries and concerns within one business day.
Ensure that all learner needs are met and, if needed, meet with team members for further support.
Engage in ongoing professional development to deepen content knowledge, instructional expertise in project-based learning, and understanding of independent study models.
Maintain current teaching credentials and comply with California school law, State Board of Education regulations, and iLEAD policies and procedures.
Attend all required meetings, including Engage team meetings, all-staff meetings, professional development sessions, and trainings.
Attend and assist in planning field studies, park days, info meetings, webinars, and conventions as needed.
Seek and provide support from colleagues on an ongoing basis.
Work collaboratively with all team members.
Meet all program deadlines for course setup, grading, Assignment Work Records (AWRs), progress reports, and semester grades.
Serve as a positive, confident representative of iLEAD when interacting with parents, learners, and community partners.
Navigate challenging situations with parents, learners, and community providers professionally while maintaining proper documentation.
Protect the confidentiality of student records and information; exercise discretion in sharing information within legal parameters.
Support all policies and procedures established for virtual learning.
Complete data collection and reporting tasks as required for WASC accreditation, charter renewal, and educational agencies.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director.