Adjunct Secondary (6-12) Social Studies (WI) - Teaching Services

Connections Academy•Home-based,

1d•Remote

About The Position

Pearson is hiring an adjunct Social Studies teacher for its Teaching Services department. This is a work-from-home position available anywhere in the United States. The teacher supports online instructional programs for students by providing synchronous and asynchronous instruction, maintaining regular communication, and helping students successfully complete their courses. The position requires a valid Wisconsin teaching certificate and completion of a traditional teacher preparation program. The teacher grades and provides personalized feedback, monitors student progress and participation, adapts instruction and curriculum to support students with IEPs or 504 plans, and collaborates with students, families, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders. The role also includes holding at least three office hours per week, attending supervisor check-ins twice per month or as scheduled, and complying with policies protecting students' well-being and personal information, including FERPA and Copyright & Fair Use laws. Employees working remotely must follow Pearson's home-office policies concerning privacy, technology, and equipment. The employee is responsible for providing a laptop, headset, second monitor, mouse, keyboard, and reliable high-speed internet.

Requirements

Hold a valid Wisconsin state teaching certificate and be highly qualified and certified to teach Social Studies.
Have completed a traditional teacher preparation program, not alternative certification, at an accredited college or university.
Hold a bachelor's degree.
Be able to obtain certification in other states as requested.
Provide timely student feedback and grade assessments within required timeframes.
Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment requiring flexibility, prioritization, self-direction, and creativity.
Understand IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Have strong attention to detail, time-management, and organizational skills.
Have a customer-focused approach and commitment to student achievement.
Provide the required home-office equipment: laptop, headset, second monitor, mouse, keyboard, and reliable high-speed internet.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs or Google Apps.

Responsibilities

Support the instructional program through synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions using Class Zoom.
Grade assignments and provide prompt, high-quality, personalized feedback.
Communicate regularly with students and other teachers to update pacing plans and schedules as needed.
Use data to monitor assignment completion and encourage consistent student interaction with courses.
Review curriculum and determine 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 understanding and success for struggling or at-risk students through differentiation.
Develop general knowledge of the curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
Communicate regularly with students using phone, Chat, and WebMail.
Follow policies protecting students' well-being and personal information, including FERPA and Copyright & Fair Use laws.
Keep student performance and participation information current by grading assessments promptly and logging student and parent contacts.
Hold regular office hours for a minimum of three 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 and supportive online community for students and families.
Attend supervisor check-in meetings twice per month or as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned.