Parent-Volunteer Proctor

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Waldorf School of New Orleans offers a developmentally appropriate approach to education while integrating the arts with academics for children from preschool through eighth grade. Our curriculum aims to inspire lifelong learning in all students. Our mission is to awaken and draw out each student's individual strength and integrity, allowing them to become a free thinker; a courageous seeker of truth and knowledge; and an empathetic, enthusiastic participant and innovator in local culture and global society.

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HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references via email to apply@waldorfnola.org or by mail to Waldorf School of New Orleans, Attn: Human Resources Director, 2539 Columbus St., New Orleans, LA 70119

Parent-Volunteer Proctor

Responsible To: Librarian

Hours/week: Part-Time, up to 10 hours per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

Salary: This is an UNPAID position

Summary:

The Parent-Volunteer Proctor reports to the Librarian. The proctor sets up and supervises the classroom during the remote Library period for Grades 1-8 students on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (between 11:00am-2:25pm/3:20pm). The Proctor is responsible for ensuring appropriate behavior and safety of the students in the classroom, as well as assisting students if minor needs arise.

Job Responsibilities:

· Arrive in the classroom at least five minutes before Library period begins

· Set up, start, record, and post Zoom meetings

· Coordinate classroom activities between remote instructor, remote students, and in-person students

· Supervise and monitor the students to ensure appropriate behavior and safety

· Provide assistance to students if minor needs arise and contact Faculty or Administration if necessary

· Troubleshoot possible issues with Zoom, internet connection, or other technical components

· As a guest in the classroom, maintain confidentiality of students and classroom observations

· Make arrangements with the Librarian to ensure the classroom(s) are supervised in the event of a planned absence

Minimum Requirements:

· Candidate must be a parent or grandparent of a current Waldorf School of New Orleans student or Waldorf School of New Orleans alumni

· Candidate must have moderate technical knowledge of Zoom

· Candidate is required to attend in-person for their duties

· Candidate is required to comply with the Waldorf School of New Orleans ‘2020-21 Health & Safety Handbook (COVID-19) ‘, including, but not limited to, the following precautions:

o Abiding by the Mask Policy

o Participating in Health Screenings prior to entry into the building

o Following social distancing guidelines

o Taking everyday precautions to prevent the spread of respiratory disease

o Signing the ‘Internal Community Agreement’