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Virtual Learning Facilitator - Part-time

Employer
Appalachia Intermediate Unit #8
Location
Altoona, PA, US
Salary
Competitive

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Job Category
Teaching, Online Teaching
Job Type
Part-Time

Job Details

Position Type:
World of Learning Institute/Virtual Learning Facilitator

Date Posted:
10/8/2020

Location:
Remote/Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 Executive

Description:
Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is seeking certified and qualified applicants to serve as Part-Time Virtual Learning Facilitators. These virtual teaching positions are part-time (12 month) positions.

Our ideal candidate will be an eager learner who embraces using best practices in the virtual classroom, is an excellent communicator, and works well in a team environment.

We are looking for candidates qualified to teach world languages (multiple languages preferred) and core/elective subjects - including but not limited to:

  1. World Languages (ASL, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Portuguese and Spanish).


  2. Mathematics


  3. Science


  4. Social Studies


  5. English/ELA


  6. Electives



Job Summary:
Virtual Learning Facilitators (VLF) work from home and host live, virtual instruction using Zoom technology. VLFs apply research-based practices and commit to tailoring class activities to meet learners' interests and needs.

Virtual Learning Facilitators will be trained in the use of live video technology and a Learning Management System (LMS) to teach both synchronously and asynchronously.

Qualifications:
  1. A Bachelor's Degree is required
  2. Certification to teach the appropriate subject area as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education or other alternative credentials is preferred.
  3. Experience in instructional design and/or virtual learning preferred.
  4. Must possess current, valid Act 34, Act 114, and Act 151 clearances, as well as completed and acceptable Act 168 background checks.


Working Conditions:
A Virtual Learning Facilitator will be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, squat/stoop, reach and lift items of varying weights.

A Virtual Learning Facilitator must be adept in operating computer; be able to work independently and follow-through to completion of assigned tasks; prioritize and manage multiple tasks; interpret, analyze and problem solve in all areas of assigned responsiblities. A Virtual Learning Facilitator must be able to converse and interact with individuals with diverse levels of education and abilities. Must be able to read and understand documents related to federal, state, and local mandates, as well as complex documents relating to education.

Work Environment:
Normal office, presentation room and virtual environment.

T he position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the employee's immediate Intermediate Unit Supervisor or the Chief Education Officer of any and all reasonable accommodation requests.

Prior to employment, any new employee must obtain a certificate of medical examination as well as a tuberculosis test as required under Chapter 14 of the Public School Code, 24 P.S. §§14-1416, 14-1418; 22 Pa Code §49.12(b) (regarding education); and 28 Pa Code §23.44 (regarding health and safety).

Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 is an equal opportunity employer

Application Procedure:
Apply online

Company

IU 8 is one of the 29 intermediate units that provides a vast array of services for member school districts, including student services, training and technical assistance, online learning, and customized programs and services. IU 8 includes four counties comprised of 35 school districts (approximately 98 schools) and five Career Technical Centers. Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8 serves approximately 47,000 students across four counties within 3500 square miles. Our service area includes four counties: Blair, Somerset, Bedford, and Cambria. We have five different office locations within our service area: Altoona, Duncansville, Ebensburg, Richland, and Somerset.  IU08 has opportunities for everyone and our service area offers a broad range of living environments from rural to more densely populated city areas. 

Vision: Customize Learning Solutions

Purpose: Inspiring people to exceed their dreams.

Mission: Fostering innovation in learning.

Beliefs:

Service

The IU is designed to serve in a variety of capacities. We believe our primary obligation is to serve customers—the schools in the region—by reacting to and identifying needs. In concert with this, we believe our role is to lead learning into the mid-21st century. 

Learning

The IU is a varied delivery mechanism for learning. The core of what happens in any learning environment is this function. Primary to this is adult learning and influencing those who inspire the children. 

Customization

We believe that, as in all service Industries, the future is in customizing in every way and in working with learning agencies in developing means for their customizing of service. 

Innovation

We believe that Innovation, coupled with creativity and imagination. is the foundation of its future success.

Company info
Website
Telephone
814-940-0223
Location
4500 6th Avenue
Altoona
Pennsylvania
16602
United States

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