[Hiring] Virtual Teacher @Wichita Public Schools

Role Description

The Virtual Teacher will be responsible for facilitating learning and maintaining academic progress, discipline, and records for students. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education in a virtual setting to meet the needs of students. Teaching in a virtual setting requires a strong educational background and a firm understanding of how best practices from a regular classroom can be applied to this model. Virtual Teachers must be comfortable using technology and supporting new users of technology.

• Supports parents and students with basic computer set-up, navigation, virtual curriculum software and troubleshooting
• Instruct through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in one or more subjects such as English, mathematics, or social studies
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicate those objectives to students
• Collaborate and communicate with staff to meet the educational needs of students
• Create, administer, and grade tests to evaluate student progress
• Establish and enforce rules and procedures which help to maintain order in the virtual classroom
• Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on the progress of students. Discuss students' problems and progress with parents and staff
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
• Prepare classroom instructions to promote students' success on state assessment exams
• Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district
• Responds in a timely manner to parent/ student inquiries via phone and/or e-mail during the regular work week

Qualifications

• Current Kansas State teaching license required
• Classroom teaching experience preferred
• Experience in an innovative learning environment preferred

Requirements

• Must be able to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine
• Must always comply with WPS guidelines for equipment use
• Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required
• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, twist balance, stoop, climb steps, reach overhead, lift up to 20 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be comfortable using technology and supporting new users of technology
• Ability to learn new technology tools quickly (e.g., database and web-based tools)
• Ability to support students/parents with basic computer set-up and navigation
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system

Interrelations

• Contact with students, instructional staff, administrators and the community
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must exhibit a professional manner and maintain a positive attitude at all times

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

• Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

FLSA Status

Exempt