Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $50,000 - $70,000 USD
What is THINK Global School
Built upon the philosophy of inquiry, project and place based learning, the Changemaker Curriculum is THINK Global Schools (TGS) groundbreaking new student-driven learning model launched in 2017. We believe that education should connect you to the world around you, providing context and insight into todays most pressing issues with student voice and choice at the forefront.
The Changemaker Curriculum draws from the 21st Centurys most innovative and effective educational models, combining high academic standards with interdisciplinary, place-based learning. Through this model, a student's environment informs their studies and their studies give meaning to their environment. Sixty percent of student work involves educator-led projects that have been specifically crafted for each country, with the remaining 40% dedicated to projects driven by the students own goals and interests. All project work is tied to rigorous learning targets which guide the students projects, assessments, and overall development throughout their THINK Global School career.
Through the Changemaker Curriculum, educators act as advisors and mentors to students, providing guidance and oversight related to their major project decisions and work. TGS also delivers a new self-development and social intelligence program called Inside Out, which provides underlying support for student personal growth and a stable foundation for learning.
Applicants should be competent with distance and online strategies, demonstrate competence with virtual tools which aid online learning and be flexible in their teaching pedagogies to pivot to new and emerging technologies.
Position Overview
The TGS Educator position encompasses more than just managing learning with students; this holistic position is designed around the concept of being a mentor / advisor for students and educators. Applicants will be assigned an advisory group to manage, in addition to delivering team teaching educator-led modules and guiding and mentoring students' own personal and mastery projects.
As an educator, applicants will be expected to deliver Place Based Learning experiences which are designed alongside students and by staff and experiences will be woven into all aspects of the program.
At times educators will be asked to live with students in communal settings. At TGS learning opportunities can happen at any time and we consider informal learning situations as valid as formal classes. As an educator you will also assist students in designing customized individual learning plans that meet TGSs graduation requirements.
TGS also requires applicants to be competent with distance and online strategies, applicants must demonstrate competence with virtual tools which aid online learning, and be flexible in their counseling practices to pivot to new and emerging technologies.
Primary Responsibilities
Advisory
- Manage Student Driven Place Based Learning
- Develop a sense of community and a safe space within a small advisory group of students
- Establish and maintain individual learning plans for each advisee
- Help advisees establish learning goals
- Review progress toward goals with advisees regularly
- Monitor advisees' schedules
- Assure that assigned students meet the following graduation requirement component :
Mastery of Learning Targets
Completion of Service Learning ProjectPortfolio Presentation of LearningCompletion and Presentation of Capstone ProjectYearly participation in the Student Wellness ProgramLearning Facilitator Role
Create a student-centered and compatible learning environment : stimulating, active, safe, respectful, place-based learningInfuse global perspectives and culturally relevant and inclusive content into programCollaboratively Implement interdisciplinary and thematic activities with other EducatorsUse an array of community and other learning resourcesInvolve students as a resource in planning, peer assistance and feedbackStrive to incorporate the following into student learning opportunities :Student Voice & Choice
Connected LearningReflectionInnovationSelf-assessmentProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingDesign and help students align all learning activities to TGS Learning TargetsSafety
Exercise good judgment when proposing activities to ensure the safety of students.Share on-duty responsibilitiesFollow Safe Protocols for daily operations within locationsFollow Local Emergency Action Plans for each countryMaintain relationships with Local Contacts who can aid the TGS community in an emergencyCommunicate with supervisors any safety concerns or incidents in a timely fashion.Networker Role
Collaborate with different departments of TGS to ensure the effective delivery of program elementsCollaborate with In-country Coordinator and PBL Community Partners and vendorsSeek ideas and local resources to augment the program and lessonsRegularly check a variety of sources for ideas : conferences, literature, colleagues, etc.Informs staff about new ideas, approaches, activitiesAssessment
Articulate clear statement of learning standards and outcomesAssess and monitor student learning outcomes using approved TGS softwareAssessment is differentiated to meet individual student learning styles and levelsRegular communication of assessment outcomes with parentsDevelop student capacity to self-assess, reflect on their growth, and identify excellency areas based on TGS assessment modelsTechnology Role :
Actively participates in organized internal and / or external technology PDWorks to acquire and implement technology skillsDemonstrates a growth mindset with regards to technology in education, regularly sharing and discussing technology best practices with peersKeep up to date and embrace current virtual and distance learning PD and technology.Student Life
Implement TGS policies and procedure to ensure the health and safety of studentsSupervise students when assignedCo-create fun and interesting activities outside the classroom that leverage country location offeringsShare on-site duty supervision schedule with other educators at student residence which will include overnight dutiesReport any concerns regarding student welfare to supervisorsAssess and support students health and healthy habitsSupport, conduct and be an active participant in the Inside Out program.Program Development Role
Strive for continuous school improvement, articulate, and advance school mission and beliefsUnderstand and support change processes and utilize data objectively for decisionsWork effectively as a team and group member in planning, shared decision making, problem solvingParticipate in inspection and review cyclesCollaborates with the TGS community to support student and family needsweXplore Facilitator
Successfully design, lead and supervise a 5-10 day excursion with a group of 10-15 studentsFollow procedures and protocol for the planning, conducting and ending of a tripEnsuring the safety of the TGS staff and studentsAdministration
Maintain academic records through the use of approved softwareEnter journal entries of students with the intent of taking a proactive approach to helping students live the core values of TGSStudent reportingMaintain parent communicationSecondary Roles and Responsibilities
Collaborate and coordinate with other departments within the TGS OrganizationSupport Onsite In-Country Coordinator with logistics, i.e transportation, lodging, medical facilitation, technology needs, etc.Participate in other duties as assignedPhysical Requirements
Frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for various classrooms and events needs.Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.Typical physical fitness level : As a traveling boarding school . Staff employed are required to participate on extended expeditions outside the normal school day. Staff will be required to move on their own with little assistance, carry 20-65 pounds over varying terrain, enter and exit a boat with little assistance and be able to upright themselves in case of a boat tipping. Staff will be on and off trail at elevations of 7,000-14,000 feet.Required Skills
Ability to develop and deliver effective educator driven workshops for students with special emphasis on PBL, Assessment, student driven projects and integration of technology.Excellent leadership, organizational skills and attention to detail.Flexible, adaptable and open to change.Strong personal motivation, initiative, follow through and commitment.Knowledge of TGS program and skill requirements.Ability to work both independently and cooperatively as a team member and give and receive both positive and constructive feedback.Able to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously.Very strong and effective communicator, both written and oral.Familiarity with learning opportunities within assigned countriesLeadership and organizational skills to manage small and large groups.Technology Skills : Competency with Google apps especially Calendaring, Spreadsheets, and FormsTechnology Skills : Ability to self-assess personal skill level and the motivation to learn new skills.Ability and desire to live and work in a communal setting that is both a professional place of business and a home to students and staff.Strong personal motivation, initiative, and commitmentCurrent WFR, TMFR or CPR certification recommendedremote work
Salary : $50,000 - $70,000
