Adjunct Secondary (6-12) English Teacher (WI) - Teaching Services

Connections Academy•Home-based,

1d•Remote

About The Position

Pearson is hiring an adjunct Secondary English Teacher for grades 6–12 in its Teaching Services department. This is a work-from-home position that can be performed from anywhere in the United States. The teacher supports virtual instructional programs for students in the United States and internationally, communicating with students regularly to help them complete their courses successfully. The role involves delivering synchronous and asynchronous instruction, grading assignments and assessments, monitoring student progress, and coordinating pacing plans with students and other teachers. The teacher reviews curriculum and adapts instruction for students with IEPs or 504 plans, including developing differentiated lessons and enrichment activities with colleagues and administrators. The position also requires maintaining accurate student records and contact logs, holding at least three hours of office hours per week, and following policies protecting student well-being and information, including FERPA and copyright and fair-use requirements. Employees working remotely must meet Pearson’s work-at-home policies for home-office setup, privacy, technology, and equipment. The employee must provide a laptop, headset, second monitor, mouse, keyboard, and reliable high-speed internet. Applicants must upload valid teaching credentials and a resume for their application to be reviewed.

Requirements

Hold a valid Wisconsin state teaching certificate and be highly qualified and certified to teach English.
Have completed a traditional teacher preparation program, not alternative certification, at an accredited college or university.
Have a bachelor's degree.
Be able to obtain certification in other states as requested.
Provide student feedback promptly and grade assessments within required timeframes.
Understand IEP and 504 plans and how to implement them in a virtual setting.
Demonstrate flexibility, effective task prioritization, self-direction, and creativity in a fast-paced environment.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Have strong attention to detail, time-management, and organizational skills.
Take a customer-focused approach and demonstrate commitment to student achievement.
Upload valid teaching credentials and a resume for the application to be reviewed.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs or Google Apps is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the instructional program through synchronous and asynchronous web-conferencing sessions using Class Zoom.
Grade assignments and assessments promptly and provide high-quality, personalized feedback within required timeframes.
Communicate regularly with students and other teachers to update student pacing plans and schedules as needed.
Use data to monitor assignment completion and facilitate interactions that encourage consistent engagement with courses.
Review curriculum and determine course modifications for students requiring accommodations through IEPs or 504 plans.
Consult with team members and administrators to develop enrichment activities and lesson modifications that support student understanding and success, including for struggling or at-risk students through differentiation.
Develop general knowledge of the curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
Communicate regularly with students by phone, chat, and WebMail.
Follow policies that protect student well-being and personal information, including FERPA and copyright and fair-use laws.
Keep student performance and participation information current by grading assessments in a timely manner and logging student and parent contacts.
Hold at least three hours of office hours per week.
Use online communication tools to build relationships and promote student success with students, partner teachers, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Foster an inviting, supportive online community and communicate warmly with students and families.
Attend check-in meetings with the supervisor twice per month or as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned.