Greenbush - The Education Service Center is accepting applications for anticipated openings within its new Virtual Academy for the 2021-22 school year. These are both elementary and secondary licensed openings for teachers in this new virtual program. Secondary teachers with endorsements in science and/or math will be given preference for the secondary positions. These new positions may include the opportunity to work from home with students through the use of virtual platforms.

Anticipated start date: August 1, 2021. Position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting in the day-to-day management and operation of the Greenbush Virtual Academy
(GVA). He/She will assist with promotion of the program as well as related reports. He/She serves as an educational
resource person. Teachers will be assigned a group of students with who they will work with in facilitating the online
curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Valid driver’s license required for employment. REAL ID is required if air travel is necessary to complete job duties.

1. Bachelor's degree in Education
2. Valid Kansas teaching license at the elementary and/or secondary level
3. Proficient in verbal and written communication, principles of supervision and have above average computer skills.
4. Knowledgeable in broad curricular content areas and be able to work with students of diverse needs.
5. Valid driver's license

Preferred:

1. Master’s degree in the field of education.
2. Minimum two years teaching experience.
3. Experience at the secondary or post-secondary level as an academic/career advisor

RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions:

1. Manage the virtual program on a day to day basis under the supervision of program coordinators, which may
include enroll and orient new students, evaluate transcripts, assist/tutor students, monitoring student progress, filing, and answer telephone.
2. Maintain student records.
3. Promote the program locally, such as attend chamber events, meet with community leaders, and local
businesses, and recruit potential students for the GVA.
4. Attend regular staff meetings and as schedule allows advisory meetings.
5. Attend required GVA inservices and demonstrate ongoing professional growth and skill development.
6. Maintain positive interactions and coordination of services with local school district personnel.
7. Demonstrates a positive attitude toward all students, staff, and parents by showing respect for the worth and dignity of each student.
8. Manage and document disciplinary actions, supervision and counseling sessions with students as necessary/appropriate. Keep program coodinators informed as to problems.
9. Support the philosophy, mission, and policies of the SEKESC.
10. Prepare timely reports of students' academic progress throughout the year.
11. Reliable, punctual; completes duties promptly, accurately, and according to time lines.
12. Monitor upkeep of equipment at the site if applicable. Maintain the facility, or assigned area, to keep it clean
and safe for students and staff, including light custodial duties when necessary.
13. Create/provide reports upon request such as count day, end of month, daily attendance, etc.

General Responsibilities:
1. Maintain timely documentation.
2. Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEKESC.
3. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
4. Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
5. Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
6. Maintain professional relationships with families.
7. Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research,
and/or practices.
8. Demonstrate proficiency in ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the
SEKESC and constituents.
9. Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
10. Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
11. Regular and predictive attendance in designated work location as determined by the Executive Director
or designee.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Lifting up to 40 pounds.
2. Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
3. Sit/stand for long periods of time.
4. Work in loud/stressful environments.
5. Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
6. Being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
7. Being exposed to hazardous materials.
8. Being exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security and that are not ADA compliant.

Excellent benefit package:  Supporting employees and their families is important to Greenbush. We provide access to exceptional Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options for all employees who work 20 hours or more a week. Additionally, Greenbush participates in the Kansas Public Retirement System (KPERS) and provides excellent 403B plan options. Greenbush contributes to each and every employees retirement plan by matching up to $90 a month for any Greenbush employee that contributes to one of the 403B plans. Employees also can participate in flex spending accounts and salary protection programs. All employees are provided with sick days, personal leave, and holidays subject to the length of their contract. Equal Opportunity Employer

In addition to the benefit package, Greenbush recognizes the importance of continued education throughout an employee’s career and offers the Greenbush Education Reimbursement Plan to support employees in their education endeavors. The plan provides an opportunity for any Greenbush employee working at least 1,004 hours per year to be reimbursed up to $1200 per contract year for tuition costs. Employees of Greenbush meeting the hour requirement can apply to participate in the program by completing the Tuition Reimbursement Application Form. In addition, Greenbush offers a Professional License Reimbursement Program, which provides full reimbursement for professional licenses with specific Kansas licensing authorities and other appropriate authorities (a complete list can be provided upon request).

For complete benefit package information, direct your questions to the individual listed under the Job Contact Information section.