Lead Educational Facilitator

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Company: BCFS Health and Human Services Business Unit: RSD Title: Lead Educational Facilitator Position: Specialist IV Job Family: Professional Staff Program: BCFS Health and Human Services : Reports to: Associate Program Director or Program Director Status: Full-Time Non-Exempt Comp. Grade: 6 Grade Profile: 3-11 Frequency: Hourly Education: Required- 4-year bachelor’s or undergraduate degree from an accredited program/university, preferably in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or related field of study Preferred- Graduate degree from accredited program/university in a related field Experience: Required – 1 year related experience and/or training Preferred – 2 plus years related experience and/or training Supervises: Facilitator(s); Teacher Aide(s); Educational Coordinator(s); Experiential Life Skills Summary: Coordinator(s) depending on the organizational structure of the program The Lead Educational Facilitator provides educational services based on the individual academic development, literacy level, and linguistic ability of each child and teaches students in one or more subject areas at the middle, intermediate or junior high level as defined by applicable state laws and regulations. To successfully perform this job, the employee may be expected to perform the following, with or without reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: Approved (ADA) Revision Date 2021-0616 Essential Functions: 1. Provide instructional leadership, direction and feedback to education staff including facilitators, teacher aides and Life Skills Coordinators. 2. Identify each student’s instructional needs, including those of limited English proficiency and develop curriculum to meet these needs. 3. Ensure education program and all curriculum is consistent with state and federal education requirements and BCFS philosophy, goals, and objectives. 4. Prepare timely reports required by licensing entities. 5. Maintain accurate records pertaining to student identification and assessment for program participation. 6. Visit classrooms frequently, for both formal and informal observations. 7. Assist with classroom management / discipline, if needed. 8. Teach at least 2 classes (if feasible for the program). 9. Coordinate/Facilitate Reading Intervention for struggling learners. 10. Become familiar with ETO grading system; attend additional training on ETO process and procedures. 11. Demonstrate the ability to utilize Outlook by knowing the proper format to send/receive emails to all relevant parties associated with job duties and responsibilities. Measurable Deliverables: 1. Maintain awareness and understanding of current educational research, methodology and legislative mandates and share updates with staff. 2. Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary or requested by the position supervisor. 3. Implement BCFS safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency. 4. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of related to children and program operations. 5. Lead weekly Staff Meetings. 6. Provide on the Job Training for all new staff members. Mentor all new Facilitators as per the Education program’s Coaching/Mentorship model. 7. Manage Workday entries for Education staff. 8. Gather/compile quarterly report data as well as documentation for audits. 9. Create and gather documentation for the Acculturation Binder. 10. Enter and review data in WebEOC; seek additional training on WebEOC. 11. Submit Help Desk tickets for your department. 12. Attend all required Pre-Service and ongoing trainings. 13. Schedule and participate in all scheduled meetings and supervisions. 14. Adhere to the BCFS HHS policy and procedures, ORR policy and guidelines, and DFPS policy and minimum standards. 15. Maintain BCFS HHS professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in BCFS employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children and community members and complying with required dress code at all times. Approved (ADA) Revision Date 2021-0616 Credentials, Skills and Abilities: 1. Maintain current licenses and certificates required for the position including but not limited to: ☐First Aid ☐CPR ☐Emergency Behavior Intervention ☐Other: __________________ 2. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times. 3. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request. 4. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks. 5. Demonstrate the ability to: a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics b. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English and Spanish c. Interpret and implement Texas Education Agency rules and regulations d. Organize and prioritize responsibilities and duties efficiently. e. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times. f. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position g. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team 6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Residential Services policies and procedures. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. *Signature confirms employee presented with and understands position description and agrees that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you! EEO Statement It is the policy of BCFS System of Companies and its affiliated organizations to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Click here to view the “EEO is the law” poster