Instructional Strategist I/CLASS Teacher (2019/2020 School Year Only)

SUMMARY: Provides supervision in the curricular area of English/Language Arts to students in the Cedar Rapids Virtual program, grades 9th through 12th.  

 

ENDORSEMENTS:

 

English/Language Arts 5th-12th

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Virtually manage instructional programs in ELA.

 

Communicate weekly with students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.

Complete all grading and progress reports in a timely manner for up to 50 students as the teacher of record on transcripts.

 

Support the instructional program and students by providing at least one hour of availability (office hours) outside of school hours each week.

 

Supports and implements district curriculum, all standards and benchmarks.

Assists CRVA parents and students with strategies to support and meet students’ needs and achievement of academic goals.

Assists and collaborates with the CRVA Lead Teacher and staff, parents and students on matters pertaining to CRVA concerns.

Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data.

Meets the 8 Iowa Teaching Standards and 42 criteria on a consistent basis.

Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.

Other duties as assigned.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Education required.

Experience in classroom teaching in 9-12 ELA preferred.  

 

Virtual classroom teaching experience (desired).

 

Working knowledge of Canvas and Edgenuity (desired).

 

COMPENSATION: 

LENGTH OF CONTRACT:

2019-2020 school year ONLY

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff.  Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students. Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions. Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts.

 

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.