Teacher, Phoenix Program Facilitator

Job Description - Teacher, Phoenix Program Facilitator (195 Days) )

Job Description

Description

The Phoenix Program is primarily designed to provide high school aged 8th grade students with the opportunity to complete 8th grade core classes and at least 6 or more credits toward their high school diploma in one school year. These students will engage in a blended-learning environment where online curriculum and face-to-face courses is offered.

• Provide a school-within-a-school environment at 2 high schools in which the staff forms an educational team (facilitator, core content teachers, counselors and administrators) to meet the instructional needs of the students enrolled in the Phoenix Program.
• Supervise the program at assigned campus and achieve annual program performance goals.
• Structure a physical classroom conducive to learning.
• Communicate policies and procedures with school administration and guidance personnel.
• Assist students to problem solve, set goals, plan and pace their learning.
• Provide social emotional support, encouragement and motivation to all students.
• Differentiate instruction using assessment results.
• Communicate student performance regularly with students, parents, and school staff.
• Oversee course completion procedures and provide tutorial support.
• Teach within the course of study as prescribed by student needs using online resources and district prescribed curriculum.
• Participate in professional development opportunities for The Phoenix Program on research-based pedagogy, curriculum, and programs aligned to ensure success with at-risk students.
• Support the district-wide community of practice to support best practice sharing, problem-solving, and collaboration among educators seeking to implement digital curriculum as a supplement to direct teaching.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills, technology proficiency and willingness to implement research-based instructional models.
• Maintain a flexible schedule that allows for the execution of a comprehensive educational program throughout the center’s hours of operation.
• Provide professional consultation, direction, and assistance to faculty and students regarding program’s best practices.
• Coordinate with counseling staff to confirm graduation requirements are met.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university required.
• Required Valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for the core subjects. (preferably Core Content Composite High School Certification)
• Three years of directly related experience.
• Demonstrate general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Demonstrate knowledge of digital curriculum.
• Strong computer skills,organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to exercise considerable and sound judgment to instruct students and manage their behavior, under the general direction of the principal.
• Ability to self-manage in pursuit of an end goal and to perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, natural relationship, and coalition builder; ability to interact congenially with staff, parents, students, and community members.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various routine tasks, duties, and procedures and the ability to follow specific instructions with little or no previous experience.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.

Graduation Recovery Attendance/Advocacy & Dropout Intervention 9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY SUITE 612 Dallas 75231