Remote, TX, US
2 days ago
Title 1 Bridge Ambassador

Job Description

Required Certification: None

RESIDENCY REQUIREMNTS: TEXAS

This Title 1 funded position is responsible for supporting student engagement for the Bridge Program through regular student conferences/meetings, parent contact, and coaching to address both academic and social-emotional needs. The position will have an assigned caseload of students with the purpose of removing barriers to academic success. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Oversee a caseload of students in the Bridge Program (or as determined by need), assigned as their main point of contact with the school; Facilitate and track student transition plans into and out of the Bridge campus;Research unclear/incorrect student information including outreach to districts and documentation collection;Serve as a liaison between students, Learning Coaches and teachers and/or administration;   Contact late starting or missing students by phone and work to quickly ensure a Strong Start at the school;  Monitor academic progress and activity of students on their caseload;  Initiate meaningful, recurring contact by phone with students and their Learning Coach;  Initiate larger student support as needed;  Arrange support conferences as needed to address performance concerns;  Assist students in creating plans to get on track;  Provide outreach, training, and support to families who respond to Students First Check In surveys;  Increase professional knowledge and skills by attending required staff meetings; participating in school and K12 sponsored Professional Development, and seeking other professional learning opportunities;  Participate in State testing as required.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

Understanding of Title 1 programming Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills and organizations skills, multi-tasking abilities  Customer service focus Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced work environment Familiarity with the online learning experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Web proficiency  Ability to travel 20% of the time  Ability to clear required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Some college Two (2) years of experience in education  Experience supporting adults and children in learning and the use of technology An ability to learn new technology tools quickly (e.g. database and web-based tools) 

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.

The above job 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.  All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. 

Job Type

Regular

The above job 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. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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