Quincy Innovation Academy Big Picture Learning
QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Position title: Middle School Big Picture Learning (BPL) Teacher Advisor
Supervisor: Building Principal Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule
Location/Assignment: Quincy Innovation Academy
Conditions of work: 180 days
SUMMARY:
QIA Big Picture Learning (BPL) Teacher Advisors have multi-faceted roles. An advisor teacher is an academic and social emotional learning teacher, a project development coach, and a student internship manager. Each BPL Advisor Teacher serves as the main point person for 16-18 BPL students and their families. Successful advisor teachers create a safe, trusting, and collaborative learning environment that enables students to learn through school and community experiences and develop as mature, knowledgeable, and responsible individuals with the academic and social skills needed for success after graduation. Teacher advisors help students work toward clear learning goals with support for time management and frequent actionable feedback on learning progress along their journey to high school graduation and meaningful post-secondary plans. The MS BPL teacher will teach, guide, and advise grade 6-8 students in all subject areas as a part of their individual learning plans. The MS BPL teacher will work closely with the HS BPL teacher to ensure MS students are gaining the skills needed to be successful in the HS program. The MS and HS teacher will sometimes team teach to meet the overall needs of the Grades 6-12 BPL program. The division of duties to support those students will be developed collaboratively to reflect the strengths and interests of our 2 advisor teachers. Click here to earn more about the Big Picture Learning program. Please feel free to email Principal Colleen Frerks at cfrerks@qsd.wednet.edu for more information as well.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Teaches students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the mastery of 6 Big Picture areas of competency and WA state learning standards in accordance with state statutes, district policy and Big Picture philosophy, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
• Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans and instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth.
• Builds a strong, supportive small community of learning within their advisory and celebrates students’ accomplishments
• Communicates students’ educational and social progress through quarterly reports, phone calls to parents, and regular student meetings
• Creates learning plans with students and their families that encompass the individual student’s personal interests and developmental needs
• Facilitates learning plan meetings with each student and their family, as well as their internship mentor when applicable.
• Updates and gives feedback on students’ learning plans and progress every grading period
• Communicates students’ educational and social progress through quarterly reports, phone calls to parents, and regular student meetings
• Creates positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills, develop essential attitudes and experience.
• Plans and prepares well organized series of learning opportunities and activities; established objectives to ensure mastery of district outcomes.
• Assesses and evaluates student achievement; gives frequent, actionable feedback on student learning, adapts and modifies techniques and material for effectiveness as necessary for student progress and success; seeks and recommends special assistance as appropriate.
• Assists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate behavior; maintains and provides fair and consistent classroom management.
• Acknowledges, discusses rewards and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as necessary and maintains student safety.
• Evaluates and records student progress; prepares progress and grade reports as required; administers assessments as necessary.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings, committees, team building, field trips and other activities. Must get the necessary driving endorsement to transport students.
• Teaches students how to learn and to gather and filter information through personal interaction, print, and web-based sources
• Plans a program of instruction that challenges students and meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of each student
• Curates supplemental educational resources in order to support students’ growth toward WA state learning standards.
• Participates in the QIA Mastery Based Learning team, which can include occasional after school meeting times and virtual professional development opportunities. Advisor teacher participation on the Mastery Based Learning team is a requirement of our grant funding and all activities outside of the school day are compensated.
• Work collaboratively with BPL team members and other school staff to support school initiatives and school improvement activities
• Utilize technology to meet professional expectations
• Drive a district vehicle to transport students to occasional job shadow, internship meetings or check ins
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to keep confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.
UNION AFFILIATION:
This position is represented by the Quincy Education Association
BENEFITS:
Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts
Paid leave benefits include 12 day of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.
*Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with a related endorsement. K-8 or middle level endorsement in math or English Language Arts preferred. Other degrees and certifications may be considered. • Knowledge of multiple content subject areas and ability to utilize effective classroom management and instructional techniques.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, with strong digital and oral communication skills.
• Establish and maintain effective, positive communication and working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
• Ability to design and implement lessons around student interests in a multi grade, mastery based program and with a diverse range of student learning needs.
• Skill using digital education technology software tools
• Experience teaching in a multi age classroom preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software.
• Direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR;
• Sets and maintains high expectations of students.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of appropriate behavior, methods and attire.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:
• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
PROCEDURE:
• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu
• Click on “Employment” and “Current Openings TalentEd”
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores 509-787-4571.
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.
Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Nik Bergman, Superintendent,nbergman@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, vhodge@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Assistant Superintendent, nbergman@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.
Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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