Requisition Number 19-0903
Title (CAVA) Operational Support Specialist
City Simi Valley State CA

Description

Operational Support Specialist
INSPIRE THE FUTURE!

CAVA is a rapidly-growing organization that offers our teachers and staff members the excitement of exploring an emerging concept in education. Daily, our talented teachers and staff experience the impact they make on the lives of children. Join us, and be inspired by the potential of our students.

Virtual schools are new models in public education. They look both backward to what we know works well in educating children, and forward to see how technology can help us implement these strategies. Virtual school teachers are part of a pioneering effort. Our team members, therefore, need to share the School's pioneering mission and approach.

AS AN OPERATIONAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST , YOU WILL...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below State ments are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Word processing, data entry and other clerical tasks
• Communicate with various team members to schedule meetings
• Process the scheduling of live classroom sessions and student assignments to sessions and test sites
• Process course creation, student course assignments, drops and withdrawals
• Collect, maintain and manage various school records, both electronic and hard copy
• Assist in compiling and submitting confidential records as needed
• Respond to requests for support and escalate issues as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Get to know CAVA!

• California Virtual Academy
• Behind the Scenes
• A Day in the Life

Are you driven by excellence to deliver instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs? If selected, you will participate in a comprehensive new teacher training program for three weeks before the start of school. It is an opportunity to meet colleagues and learn the responsibilities required for delivering curriculum in an online environment. During this training you will also learn how to monitor student progress through K12's learning management system, and to be a partner actively working with students and parents to advance each child's learning. Requirements

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Minimum Required Qualifications

• Reside in the State of California
  
• Ability to support and guide adults, as well as students
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
• Organization and time-management skills
  
• Excellent writing and grammar skills+
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and Outlook, PowerPoint and experience using them in a professional capa
  city
  
• Self-directed but comfortable working as part of a team
  
• Ability to travel at least 4 times per year and attend in-person training as scheduled
  
• Experience in the education field is desired
  
  

Preferred qualifications

• Associate's degree (desired)
  

Competencies

• Adaptability: Accepts criticism and feedback; Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Manages competing demands; Inspires the trust of others; Keeps commitments; Treats people with respect; Upholds organizational values; Works with integrity and ethically
  
  
• Communications:
  Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods
  
  
• Dependability:
  Commits to doing the best job possible; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Keeps commitments; Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Takes responsibility for own actions
  
  
• Job Knowledge:
  Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments;
  Requires minimal supervision; Uses resources effectively
  
  
• Planning & Organization:
  Integrates changes smoothly; Plans for additional resources; Prioritizes and plans work activities; Sets goals and objectives; Uses time efficiently; Works in an organized manner
  
  
• Quality:
  Applies feedback to improve performance; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Monitors own work to ensure quality
  
  
• Use of Technology:
  Adapts to new technologies; Demonstrates required skills; Keeps technical skills up to date; Troubleshoots technological problems; Uses technology to increase productivity
  
  

computer skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; and experience using a student information system and/or other type of database software. Experience moderating web meetings (Blackboard Collaborate, Webinar, Webex) for small and large groups.
  

work environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A flexible schedule is required.
  
• This position works at the Simi Valley office location. Must have ability to travel throughout the school year within and between assigned geographic areas to support students, attend regularly scheduled meetings, proctor State exams and participate in school activities and orientations.
  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  

physical demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
  

restrictions on time off

• TBD * Use of sick time under the California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014 may be approved during the above restricted dates
  

The above job

description
is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

WHO ARE WE?

• About us
  
• K12 Produces Results
  
• Kudos and Honors
  
• thinkTANK12
  
  

K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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