Special Education - Hourly Home Teacher

LAS VIRGENES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

HOME SCHOOLING TEACHER

DEPARTMENT : Office of Educational Services

REPORTS TO : Assistant Superintendent of Education

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Under general direction, is responsible for the overall development, implementation, coordination, and execution of the instructional program and policies, enrichment programs, and materials of the LVUSD Home Schooling Program.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS :

This is a certificated teaching position assigned to the Office of Educational Services under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Education. This position requires a Multiple Subjects credential.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop, implement and evaluate individualized educational programs for the changing needs of each child within the needs, capabilities and perimeters of the family.
• Build instructional programs that find the innate interests, talents, passion and brilliance within each and every child while satisfying state mandates.
• Serve as liaison between the home schooling program and the individual student's school of attendance; coordinate home school and site-based programs.
• Create tools / methods to evaluate the effectiveness of these programs :
• Routinely scheduled informal interviews
• Parent questionnaires and written responses
• Student questionnaires and written responses
• Monitor the degree of student and parent participation
• Coordinate implementation of speech / language and special educational services for students as needed and if required.
• Use existing educational training tools, classes, venues, materials, framework, blueprint, facilities and other resources, as needed and as required.
• Provide a structure of ongoing and changing weekly programs and events including field trips and daily enrichment activities.
• Provide mentoring programs within the community for secondary students as appropriate.
• Provide training programs for both teachers and parents. Utilize professional resources, if possible, and guest speakers focusing on parenting and educational paradigms and techniques.
• Create alliances with and accumulate, synthesize, and implement educational opportunities in the community through the California Homeschool Network, the Link Magazine, home schooling e-groups, home schooling conferences, and other outside sources.
• Build LVUSD Home Schooling Program to eventually become a model and resource for these sources.
• Maintain a strong community presence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :

CONTACTS :

Regular contact with students, parents, and occasional contacts with teachers, staff, Board of Education members, community members and outside agency personnel.

EDUCATIONAL TRAINING :

Bachelor's degree or higher; CBEST verification; valid California teaching credential

EMPLOYMENT STANDARD :

Dexterity and physical condition to maintain a rigorous work schedule and meet standards of physical and mental health. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid CA Special Ed. credential required /

Updated resume /

Three current letters of reference

Las Virgenes Unified School District is looking for dynamic teachers who can teach different age levels and multiple subject matter. Must be well-rounded, enthusiastic and willing to learn new approaches to teaching, keep accurate records, and work independently with students. Flexible schedule.

Comments and Other Information

As set forth in the policies and procedures of the Las Virgenes Unified School District, the District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any basis as prohibited by law, including but not limited to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, covered veteran's status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. The District recognizes the educational value of a diverse environment and welcomes applicants and employees of all backgrounds. Disabled applicants who require an accommodation in order to participate in the application process should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel at 818.878.5260.