Title - Online Learning Specialist - Summer School - Physical Education
Location - Virtual (On-Line)
Intro
Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone. Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations. We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.
About the Job
The Online Learning Specialist (P.E.) is responsible for providing and maintaining a web-based educational program that encourages student participation and academic excellence. Specialists interact with students utilizing a state-of-the-art, web-based learning interface that delivers instructional content and promotes academic interaction between students and teachers.
Teacher Responsibilities:
· Promote a positive learning environment that encourages students to actively engage in their learning.
· Ensure content and assignments are aligned with the New York State Learning Standards/Assessments and meet student needs.
· Communicate goals for the course and discuss changes or additional goals with each student within the first two weeks of the course.
· Video class sessions will be scheduled twice per week. Additional video sessions may be scheduled at the teacher’s discretion.
· Establish a timeline for completion with each student.
· Keep students on target for their timeline through weekly email reminders, at a minimum. It is expected that teachers will communicate with their students on a continual basis throughout the length of the course.
· Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours of receipt.
· Notify district advisor and Virtual Summer School Administrator if a student is inactive for more than 3 days.
· Post weekly updates to the Student Information System.
· Post graded assignments within 72 hours of receipt.
· Post final grade and comment within one week of student completion.
· Maintain accurate student records utilizing the virtual learning platform with an offline back-up.
· Collaborate with peers within a community of peers.
· Recommend changes that enhance the overall quality and delivery of instruction.
· Notify the Virtual Summer School Administrator and student if you are going to be away from your computer for more than 3 days.
Teacher Benefits:
· Participate in a unique educational opportunity.
· Maintain a flexible schedule.
· Work from almost any location.
· Training and support provided.
· Supplement income and have fun at the same time.
· Limited class size.
Compensation:
1. A stipend of $1000 will be provided upon the execution of a signed online learning specialist contract, per course.
2. A stipend of $100 per ½ credit course will be provided per student enrolled in each course. ½ of stipend will be distributed upon the student’s registration in the course and ½ upon the student’s successful completion of the course.
3. A stipend of $200 per 1 credit course will be provided per student enrolled in each course. ½ of stipend will be distributed upon the student’s registration in the course and ½ upon the student’s successful completion of the course.
For more information about our Virtual Learning Academy Programs, please visit our website at:
https://www.questar.org/education/career-and-technical-education/
Questar III offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits (including enrollment in the NYS pension system). For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org.