Alternative Learning Opportunities Program Teacher

Sylvania; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Vernon Hills, IL seeks an ALOP Teacher to plan, organize, and implement an instructional program that guides students to fulfill their academic potential under the Assistant Regional Superintendent.

You will manage attendance, classroom procedures, online class activity, grading, and progress reporting; provide 1-1 and small group support; and identify resources to meet student needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and Illinois teaching license.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Take and enter daily attendance per policy.
• Maintain classroom procedures and enforce school policies.
• Activate new classes for students as needed.
• Monitor online class progress and provide 1-1/small group support.
• Grade activities in a timely manner and maintain grade records.
• Assign lessons, quizzes, and tests in the online class software.
• Create supplemental/enrichment activities or identify extra resources.
• Report behavioral or personal student concerns to supervisor.
• Recognize student achievement and positive behaviors.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Independent work

Advocacy skills

Communication across staff

Punctuality

Multitask / deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Illinois Professional Education License

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Job description

Under the guidance of the Assistant Regional Superintendent of Schools, the ALOP Teacher’s goal is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Essential Functions

• Takes and enters daily attendance per school policy
• Maintain structured classroom procedures, utilize effective classroom management strategies, and enforce all school policies
• Activate new classes for students as needed
• Oversees student progress through each online class; provides 1-1 and small group assistance when needed
• Completes grading of activities in a timely manner and maintains accurate records of grades
• Assigns necessary assignments, lessons, quizzes, and tests in the online class software
• Creates supplemental/ enrichment activities and/or identifies additional resources to address students’ academic needs
• Monitors student progress by running regular progress reports; identifying students who are off track
• Reports on all behavioral, social/emotional, or personal student concerns to the Assistant Regional Superintendent
• Recognizes student achievement and positive behaviors in the classroom

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Education Required:

• Proficient in written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a variety of settings
• Advocacy skills, including the ability to negotiate, compromise, and confront conflict
• Ability to communicate effectively across a broad spectrum of staff
• Ability to work on a regular and punctual basis
• Able to multitask, establish deadlines for material production, and inform Assistant Regional Superintendent when issues/challenges arise.

Education and/or Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Illinois Professional Education License
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• It mainly involves office work, with some standing or walking, exerting up to 10 pounds of force regularly, and high dexterity in operating office equipment, including a keyboard, phone, and copier.
• The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, and the ability to hear and speak to understand, respond to, and build relationships with a diverse clientele

Salary Range

$55,000 - $65,000