School Assistance Program Supervising Teacher PRN

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

• Facilitate and Support Home School Assistance Program (HSAP):
• Serve as a point of contact for parents/guardians in the Home School Assistance Program.
• Guide parents/guardians in determining and implementing curriculum and instructional materials for students K-12.
• Provide advice and resources to help parents/guardians manage their children's learning schedules, educational activities, and academic goals.
• Help parents/guardians set realistic and effective goals for student progress, providing strategies for monitoring and supporting learning.
• Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians to discuss student progress, challenges, resources, and goals.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians to create individualized learning plans that meet the unique needs of each student and align with their academic goals.
• Provide ongoing support and check-ins to ensure that learning plans are being followed and are successful.
• Advise on any necessary adjustments to ensure students are staying on track.
• Help parents/guardians understand how to use educational tools and technology, and stay informed on educational trends and research that may benefit their children.
• Provide resources and guidance on how to address challenges that may arise in the homeschooling process, including behavioral issues, motivation, and academic struggles.
• Provide guidance to parents on making adjustments to teaching methods or content based on assessment results to improve learning outcomes.
• Ensure that homeschooling families meet district and state compliance requirements.
• Work closely with HSAP Lead Teacher to ensure that families have access to additional services (special education, counseling, etc.).
• Participate in regular team meetings to share feedback, ideas, and strategies for improving the HSAP.
• Organize events or meetups to build a sense of community among families in the Home School Assistance Program.
• Maintain a positive, supportive, and approachable relationship with all parents/guardians to foster a collaborative, respectful atmosphere.
• Valid Teaching License Required.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to -

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

• Noise level is quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

• Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in guiding and supporting parents.
• Ability to provide personalized educational support and problem-solving strategies to parents.
• Comfortable with the usage of a computer, educational technology and online learning platforms.
• Patience, adaptability, and empathy when working with diverse learners and families.
• Independent and collaborative work ethic:
  While this role is independent in nature, the candidate will collaborate with a variety of educational stakeholders, including parents and other educators to ensure the success of the program.