On Call Student Mentor - Virtual Scholars

Posting Timeline
PPS strongly encourages and recommends everyone who is able, to be vaccinated and remain current on the COVID-19 vaccine.
This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
This position is temporary for the 24-25 school year.
Position Details
Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attracttalented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials . With the District’s focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice.
The District is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The District prohibits discrimination based on perceived or actual race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; genderexpression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; veteran’s status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service.

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Accessibility Statement
Conflict/Complaint Resolution Process
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is not a remote position. Those hired in these positions will work with students in person on-site.
BASIC FUNCTION
Under general supervision of a certified educator, the Virtual Scholars Student Mentor assists educators with theinstructional program and goals. The Virtual Scholars Student Mentor will support the instructional services in blended onlinecourses to students. Virtual Scholars Student Mentors will supervise students enrolled in the Virtual Scholars program ofblended online classes, support students in effective use of technologies, and work with educators to provide tutoring tostudents.
Here is the link to an introduction video so that you can lear what the Virtual Scholars Program is all about:
How to apply:
In your application, please include a cover letter directly related to the position.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary providesexamples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

Supervise and mentor students in Virtual Scholars classrooms located at program schools

Assist students with accessing and utilizing the blended online courses technologies.

Create a quiet, orderly, and clean environment which facilities instructional needs; monitor student safety and behavior in designated instructional areas; observe and report significant student behavior, behavioral patterns, and problems to the professional educator; implement behavior management programs for student(s) as designed by certified staff.

Motivate students and work with them to keep them on task and on pace with their blended online courses.

Provide one-on-one and group support to reinforce the student’s classroom curriculum and instruction.

Assist educators with calls to parents/guardians regarding student progress and behaviors.

Assist with maintaining records for students using a variety of technologies and software.

Perform a variety of classroom associated support work such as sorting, filing, keeping accurate records, and completing forms.

Participate in team meetings with educators, counselors, and administration to support the implementation of interventionplans that are developed by the educators.

Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of assigned programs such as maintaining records and preparing reports,distributing mail, assisting visitors, filing materials, answering telephones, taking messages, completing various formsand similar duties.

Maintain a clean and safe environment in the Virtual Scholars centers and instructional spaces (e.g. school labs, learningcenters).

Follow a flexible schedule to support Virtual Scholars students at program schools and/or Virtual Scholars Centers.

Assist in other Learning and Credit Option department tasks such as supervision of Credit by Exam assessments.

Demonstrate a commitment to the Portland Public Schools Equity Initiative by developing a thorough knowledge andapplication of the district Racial Educational Equity Policy and other board policies; participate in staff development, in-services and trainings related to diversity, equity and inclusion in theworkplace and in K – 12 education; modelappropriate behaviors; develop, recommend and implement improvements to educational practices with awareness andunderstanding of their impact in a racially and culturally diverse community.

Participate in trainings, in-services, workshops and meetings related to assigned activities.

Perform related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS
Employees in this classification provide direct support to students, parents, professional educators in matters relating to theuse of online blended learning technologies, and provide tutoring and mentoring support.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:

• General principles of child adolescent behavior and development.
• Conflict resolution techniques.
• One-on-one and group facilitation techniques.
• Oral and written communication techniques.
• Report writing and recordkeeping methods and techniques.
• Operation of a variety of office technology including a computer and assigned software.

Ability to:

• Work with K-12 students from diverse backgrounds.
• Build rapport, mentor and guide children and adolescents.
• Monitor and report on individual and group student plans and progress.
• Model positive behaviors with enthusiasm, humor, dedication, passion, and patience.
• Learn, apply and explain policies and objectives of programs, school, and District programs and activities.
• Advocate, model, learn and implement Portland Public School’s Racial Equity Initiative.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion, initiative and good judgment.
• Operate a variety of office machines, technologies and software including web-based instructional tools such as Canvas
• LMS, G-Suite (Google), and web facilitation tools such as WebEx, Join.Me, and Google Hangouts.

Education and Training:
Two (2) years of college-level coursework in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Social Work orrelated field is required.
Experience:
One (1) year of experience working with children and/or adolescents to effect positive academic, social and/or emotionallife-skills behaviors, and/or mentorship or tutoring is required. Experience serving the needs of a richly diverse student and
community population is highly desirable.
Any other combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the candidate is likely to possess the skill,knowledge, ability and trait characteristics essential for this classification may be considered.
Special Requirements:

• Some positions in this classification requires the use of a personal automobile and possession of a validdriver’s license.
• Some positions in this classification may require variable work hours including evenings and weekends.
• Some positions in this classification may require the ability to read, write and speak in a language other than English.

COMPENSATION : $21.62
WORK YEAR: 192
FTE: On-call
Benefits Information
Portland Public Schools (PPS) offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees.Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement savings plan and various leave and professional development programs. Depending on the insurance option selected by the employee, there may be an employee contribution toward insurance.
Portland Public Schools is a public employer and participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 6% of salary on a pre-tax basis to OPSRP/IAP, after serving six months under a PERS employer.
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