Duties and Responsibilities: General: Serve and support students in grades TK-12 Help build school culture to create a community within the team and between families Keep all families informed as needed and appropriate Work collaboratively with local staff and school-wide departments in all school-related matters Follow school procedures to support student learning Maintain a valid teaching credential and work toward professional growth Attend events and meetings as directed (may be in-person or virtual) Be an Advocate for Accuracy in all things Demonstrate the ideals of an Ideal Team Player (Humble - Able to take and reflect upon feedback; Hungry - Strong work ethic; Smart - Strong and responsive people skills) Return/respond to all calls and emails in a timely manner (typically within 24-48 work hours) Complete all compliance items accurately and in a timely manner (Examples: Master Agreements, Attendance/Learning Logs, Work Samples/Records, AWR, and Report Cards) Engage in activities and data collection/analysis for educational or authorizing agencies like WASC Complete all training and professional development modules as assigned Collaborate with Senior Director/Principal, Assistant Director, and Regional Coordinator regularly to identify, problem solve, and prevent/address issues that may arise Perform other duties as assigned and deemed appropriate Curriculum & Instruction: Support students in grades TK-12th and their families to design an innovative Personalized Learning Plan with differentiated instruction, supports, and resources for the student; Plans, develops, organizes, and assigns as necessary in collaboration with the student/parent, a comprehensive educational program for each student, which incorporates the progress and mastery of the California Common Core Standards (includes helping to research and determine which curriculum and materials would be most beneficial to the student’s educational objectives and needs). Evaluate instructional materials, including textbooks, digital resources, and other instructional materials/services for (1) Educational Value (Non-Religious), (2) Educational Quality, (3) Educational Quantity Consistently meet with the parent and the student, face-to-face is preferred, but virtually as appropriate, every 20 school days to review the student’s body of work, and provide guidance and support Schedule additional meetings as needed to meet the needs of the student Regular and clear communication with families via in-person/virtual meetings, phone, internet/email, etc. Utilize student data to guide instructional decisions Actively participate in SST, 504, and or SPED processes and supports as needed Attendance & Compliance: Ensure students are engaged in appropriate educational activities through the regular review of the student’s body of work, regular meetings/communications with the family, and collection of attendance/learning logs Report information in a timely manner regarding student’s attendance and learning, which includes submission of documentation or action items needed for compliance, SST, 504, or SPED, monthly attendance, and audit of Work Samples/Records Testing & Assessments: Participate in proctoring all internal and state mandated testing and provide needed prep material for students Collaborate with Testing Coordinator, RCs, and other team members to implement processes for assessments Encourage student participation in school and state-mandated testing and assessments to measure student performance Provide families with accurate information regarding the value and purpose of testing Use strategies for General Education intervention and supports, utilizing the RTI process Community Outreach & Relations: Plan and coordinate regional events such as field trips, community service, clubs, performances, school dances, and promotion/graduation in alignment with monthly and yearly expectations Support your local/regional Community Connection and Lending Library events/activities Attend homeschool and other educational conferences, in-services, and professional development opportunities Build partnerships with parents and community stakeholders Maintain and grow roster number as appropriate Serve on school committees, participate in school and community activities, and represent the school as appropriate Help to develop and maintain positive relationships with vendors Qualifications: Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: Operate standard office equipment including using a variety of software applications including, but not limited to, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, PDF, and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Google, Skype, etc.); Prepare and maintain accurate records Plan and manage projects, and facilitate a number of activities, meetings, and/or events virtually and in person Interpersonal aptitude across a community of diverse cultures Speak accurately and persuasively to implement desired actions Analyze situations to define issues/draw conclusions, and problem-solving Strong writing skills with a clear understanding and use of proper grammar and punctuation Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the position include: School Adopted Curriculum and Learning Modalities/Homeschooling Philosophies Principles of best teaching practices and strategies Curriculum and instructional methods Methods of assessment and intervention Community resources Familiarity with most pertinent education laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university Valid CA Teacher Credential Other Qualifications: Possess a CA Driver License Ability to travel overnight Resident of California This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive and the School reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary without advance notice. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer without notice. Heartland Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.