Home School Assistance Program Supervising Teacher - Flexible Position

Davenport Community School District

About the Role

Facilitate and support the Home School Assistance Program (HSAP) by serving as a primary point of contact for parents/guardians, guiding curriculum implementation, and ensuring compliance with district and state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for parents/guardians in the Home School Assistance Program.
• Guide parents/guardians in determining and implementing curriculum and instructional materials for students K-12.
• Provide advice and resources to help parents/guardians manage their children's learning schedules, educational activities, and academic goals.
• Help parents/guardians set realistic and effective goals for student progress, including strategies for monitoring and supporting learning.
• Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians to discuss student progress, challenges, resources, and goals.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians to create individualized learning plans that meet each student’s unique needs and align with academic goals.
• Provide ongoing support and check-ins to ensure learning plans are followed and successful.
• Advise on adjustments to keep students on track.
• Help parents/guardians understand and use educational tools, technology, and current educational trends.
• Provide resources and guidance on addressing challenges in homeschooling, including behavioral issues, motivation, and academic struggles.
• Guide parents on adjusting teaching methods or content based on assessment results to improve learning outcomes.
• Ensure homeschooling families meet district and state compliance requirements.
• Work closely with the HSAP Lead Teacher to ensure families have access to additional services (e.g., special education, counseling).
• Participate in regular team meetings to share feedback, ideas, and strategies for improving the HSAP.
• Organize events or meetups to build a sense of community among families in the program.
• Maintain a positive, supportive, and approachable relationship with all parents/guardians to foster collaboration and respect.

Requirements

• Valid teaching license.
• Ability to sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Occasionally lift, move, or push items up to 50 lbs (e.g., assisting children or moving furniture).
• Supervise students in all types of weather.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and staff.
• Implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment

• Noise level ranges from quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors, including non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free and fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in guiding and supporting parents.
• Ability to provide personalized educational support and problem-solving strategies to parents.
• Comfortable using computers, educational technology, and online learning platforms.
• Patience, adaptability, and empathy when working with diverse learners and families.
• Independent and collaborative work ethic, including working with parents and other educators.