WIVA High School Mentor (work from home)

WIVA High School Mentor (work from home) - Vacancy ID: 275784
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WIVA High School Mentor (work from home)
Wisconsin Virtual Academy (WIVA)
1
Open until filled
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Position Details
11/16/2026
$43,707.68
Year
Full Time
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Work Day: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm and as approved by administration for school related events.
•Serves as a single point of contact and mentor for all non-instructional issues including orientation, ensuring students have all necessary equipment, and know how and when to access their courses
•Serves as a liaison between the student/guardian and other academic teachers and administration
•Examines academic progress and activity of students on their caseload on a regular basis
•Initiates recurring contact by phone with students and their families
•Arrange and moderate advisor/parent/student/teacher conferences as needed to address performance concerns
•Assists with staffing standardized testing
•Attends staff meetings and attends/participates in school and Stride sponsored Professional Development events
• Provides Student Support plans and progress mentoring of plans
•Provides ongoing re-registration support
•Provides outreach, training, and support to families who respond to surveys as it relates to family engagement to enhance the sense of community and belonging
•Provides individualized attention and support to students and Learning Coaches identified for training gaps or requested networking within the school community
•Initiates meaningful contact by phone, email, and other means with students and their Learning Coach
•Oversees weekly office hours/help sessions
•Increases professional knowledge and skills by attending required staff meetings; participating in school and K12 sponsored Professional Development and seeking other professional learning opportunities
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
•Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
•Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
•Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers, and promotes a team atmosphere.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
•Strong written and verbal communication skills
•Excellent problem-solving skills
•Organizational skills, ability to coordinate varied tasks successfully
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
•Ability to travel as needed, around 10% of the time within and between assigned geographic areas to support students, attend regularly scheduled meetings, and participate in school activities
•Ability to pass required background check
**Notice
•This is a year-round position with the following time off: PTO days, Spring Break, Winter Break, Thanksgiving Break, Federal Holidays as Prescribed.
•This is not a position of the McFarland School District and does not have district benefits, including, but not limited to Wisconsin Retirement System eligibility
•This position does have healthcare, vision, dental, 401K, & bonuses
•Computer, printer, phone and internet stipend provided
•Serves as a single point of contact and mentor for all non-instructional issues including orientation, ensuring students have all necessary equipment, and know how and when to access their courses
•Serves as a liaison between the student/guardian and other academic teachers and administration
•Examines academic progress and activity of students on their caseload on a regular basis
•Initiates recurring contact by phone with students and their families
•Arrange and moderate advisor/parent/student/teacher conferences as needed to address performance concerns
•Assists with staffing standardized testing
•Attends staff meetings and attends/participates in school and Stride sponsored Professional Development events
• Provides Student Support plans and progress mentoring of plans
•Provides ongoing re-registration support
•Provides outreach, training, and support to families who respond to surveys as it relates to family engagement to enhance the sense of community and belonging
•Provides individualized attention and support to students and Learning Coaches identified for training gaps or requested networking within the school community
•Initiates meaningful contact by phone, email, and other means with students and their Learning Coach
•Oversees weekly office hours/help sessions
•Increases professional knowledge and skills by attending required staff meetings; participating in school and K12 sponsored Professional Development and seeking other professional learning opportunities
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
•Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
•Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
•Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers, and promotes a team atmosphere.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
•Strong written and verbal communication skills
•Excellent problem-solving skills
•Organizational skills, ability to coordinate varied tasks successfully
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
•Ability to travel as needed, around 10% of the time within and between assigned geographic areas to support students, attend regularly scheduled meetings, and participate in school activities
•Ability to pass required background check
**Notice
•This is a year-round position with the following time off: PTO days, Spring Break, Winter Break, Thanksgiving Break, Federal Holidays as Prescribed.
•This is not a position of the McFarland School District and does not have district benefits, including, but not limited to Wisconsin Retirement System eligibility
•This position does have healthcare, vision, dental, 401K, & bonuses
•Computer, printer, phone and internet stipend provided
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Candidate Requirements
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation