Alternative Program Coordinator

Missisquoi Valley Union Middle/High School has a  opening for a High School Alternative Program Coordinator. This position acts as the liaison between the main campus and the program. Other essential duties include, but are not limited to:
Work with, mentor, and provide guidance to students learning outside of the traditional classroom. Coordinate student services and coursework. Develop and ensure a robust curriculum in consultation with administration. Consistently review program and offer suggestions for development and improvement. Act as lead communicator to parents and families. Act as onsite student management (consulting with Principal on any discipline matters). Coordinate with MVU guidance department on grading proficiencies and standards.

MVU provides educational services for approximately 800 students, grades 7-12 coming from Franklin, Highgate, and Swanton schools, as well as students from neighboring towns offering school choice. The chosen candidate will join a dynamic, dedicated staff that is continuously moving on a journey towards instructional excellence. Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

-Hold (or be eligible to hold) a valid Vermont teaching license. Individuals who hold a corresponding teaching license outside the state of VT will be considered equally.

-3-5 years of relevant experience is preferred
-Strong interpersonal, facilitation, communication, organizational, collaboration and decision-making skills.

-Strong written and verbal communication skills. MVU is located in the northwestern corner of Vermont bordering Lake Champlain on its west and Quebec Province in Canada on its north. Interstate 89, Vermont Route 78, and U.S. Route 7 are the major transportation routes through the town. Right off Interstate 89, MVU is 15 minutes from St. Albans, 40 minutes from Burlington, and just over an hour from Montreal.

Interested candidates are asked to apply via School Spring, or submit a letter of interest, resume, proof of licensure, and three current letters of reference to:
Dan Palmer, MVU Co-Principal Missisquoi Valley Union MS/HS 175 Thunderbird Drive Swanton, VT 05488 In matters related to employment, the school district does not permit or condone discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital/civil union status, HIV status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal or State Law. EOE