Virtual School Coordinator

Role Mission

The Virtual School Manager will design implement and oversee a comprehensive digital learning ecosystem. You will be responsible for the transition from traditional seat-time metrics to a mastery-based high-engagement virtual model.

Special Assignment: Homeschool Programming & Vision.

• The primary objective of this one- or two-year assignment is to help design a homeschool program that allows homeschool families to access district resources and community experiences while maintaining their autonomy.
• Lead the development of a homeschool program that meets diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with the School Improvement department to curate a resource library with available materials that align with state standards but offer the flexibility parents desire.
• Design a master schedule specifically for homeschoolers to drop in for in-person programming or to provide social opportunities.

Position Criteria

• 204-day contract
• Valid Iowa Teaching License Professional School Counseling License or Professional Admin License required
• Valid Iowa Professional Administrator License or willingness to obtain preferred

Performance Criteria

• Lead the development and implementation of a rigorous data-informed virtual program that meets diverse learning needs.
• Define and refine the schools target students including full-time students early graduates students with medical needs or other non-school-related demands and credit recovery learners.
• Partner with the Communication department to drive enrollment through digital campaigns virtual open houses and community outreach.
• Manage the student enrollment pipeline ensuring a seamless digital onboarding experience that minimizes day-one tech friction for students.

• Design a master schedule that optimizes the balance between synchronous support and asynchronous learning including office hours and other opportunities to interact with staff.
• Oversee instructional supports ensuring that SPED ESOL and Tier 2/3 interventions are integrated into the program. May attend and assist with 504 and IEP meetings of identified students when appropriate.
• Audit the digital curriculum for rigor accessibility and alignment with state standards.

• Implement a virtual behavior management system with one priority focused on engagement analytics. Develop a tiered intervention system for inactivity.
• Standardize a communication system with families including virtual parent-teacher conferences digital newsletters and real-time progress dashboards.
• Foster social opportunities by overseeing virtual clubs and social events to combat potential student isolation.

• Manage the allocation of funds for LMS licensing 1:1 hardware cybersecurity and digital instructional tools.
• Provide professional learning for staff related to the virtual program.
• If additional staff is necessary to run the program recruit and train digital-first educators; provide professional development focused on virtual rapport-building and data-driven instruction.
• Attend and engage in administrative staff and student services meetings when appropriate.
• Establish and report on key performance indicators including student outcomes such as course completion rates attendance daily active users and standardized assessment growth data across multiple platforms. Prepare and provide regular reports on program efficacy.
• Act as the primary liaison between the school and parents and local businesses and community stakeholders when applicable.
• Facilitate the development of a virtual school handbook.
• Experience and knowledge of LMS SIS and data visualization tools.

Benefits:

• IPERS retirement account
• 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) -$50 per month contribution for certified staff
• Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
• Generous leave package including personal leave sick leave family sick leave and bereavement leave
• Work shoe reimbursement up to $175 (dependent on work shoe required and position)
• Employee use of District Facilities if a part of the Wellness program
• Wee Care - Childcare available at a cost for 6mos - 5y for staffs children
• Mileage is reimbursed for approved work-related travel in your personal vehicle completed during scheduled work hours

Required Experience:

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