Computer Science Teacher - Tennessee Connections Academy

Connections Academy•White House, TN

15h•Remote

About The Position

Tennessee Connections Academy is a tuition-free, K–12 online public school attended by students from home. The school is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), accrediting divisions of Cognia. Working from a home office within Tennessee, the certified Teacher will virtually manage instructional programs. Using telephone, the Internet, and curriculum tools, the Teacher will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to help each child successfully complete their instructional program. The High School Computer Science Teacher supports synchronous instruction and asynchronous web conferencing, monitors student progress, communicates with families and staff, maintains student records, and contributes to school and community activities.

Requirements

Hold a Tennessee Teacher License or be able to obtain one within 30 days.
Be highly qualified and certified to teach High School Computer Science in Tennessee.
Have strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Be highly organized and punctual.
Have a customer-focused approach.
Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility.
Demonstrate the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Have a track record as a team player.
Be willing to travel for marketing and state testing events, which may require occasional overnight travel.
Be able to work occasional evening hours as needed to support families.
Be able to work remotely.
Complete the required two-step authentication setup to log in to systems if offered the job.

Responsibilities

Support the instructional program through asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
Complete grading, create progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and other teachers to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback, suggest instructional strategies, monitor assignments, and coach special projects.
Develop general knowledge of the program’s curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding, working directly with students and parents.
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and additional assistance with daily assignments and projects.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists by computer and telephone.
Collaborate with teachers to support student progress, provide parents with a central point of contact, and distribute tasks among teachers.
Maintain up-to-date student records and data, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and logs of student and parent contacts.
Consult with teachers, team members, and staff learning specialists to develop enrichment activities and program modifications that increase student understanding.
Work with Advisory Teachers and School Counselors to ensure appropriate communications, adequate student progress, and achievement of established goals.
Coordinate social activities and relevant field trips with other teachers.
Manage regional field trips and integrate them into the curriculum where possible.
Communicate with Parent Community Coordinators about social activities and relevant field trips.
Devise and implement virtual ways to create and maintain a school community.
Participate in organizing and administering State Testing, as directed.
Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts requiring teacher representation.
Attend field trips and other community activities for families.
Perform other duties as assigned.