Elementary Teacher - Indiana Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Remote

About The Position

Indiana Connections Academy is seeking an Elementary Teacher to work from a home office in Indiana and virtually manage instructional programs for students. Using telephone, the Internet, and curriculum tools, the teacher will consult regularly with students and learning coaches to support successful completion of each student’s instructional program. The teacher will provide synchronous instruction and asynchronous web conferencing, monitor student progress, maintain records, and collaborate with families, colleagues, and curriculum specialists. The role also includes participation in testing, recruiting, field trips, and community-building activities.

Requirements

Hold appropriate Indiana certification and be highly qualified to teach elementary grades appropriate to the grade-level responsibilities.
Believe that all students can and will learn.
Have strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft operating systems, MS Office programs, 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 occasionally for marketing and State Testing events, potentially including overnight travel.
Be able to work occasional evening hours as needed to support families.
Be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for two-step authentication.

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 approaches and strategies; monitor assignments; and coach special projects.
Develop a general knowledge of the curriculum.
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and additional assistance on daily assignments and projects.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists by computer and telephone.
Maintain current student records and data, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logs of student and parent contacts.
Consult with team members and staff learning specialists to develop enrichment activities and program modifications that increase student understanding.
Manage regional field trips and work to integrate them into the curriculum.
Develop and implement virtual approaches to creating and maintaining a school community.
Collaborate with the team and professional learning community.
Participate in organizing and administering State Testing as directed.
Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts requiring teacher representation.
Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to lessons to increase student understanding, working directly with parents and students.
Attend field trips and other community activities for families.
Perform other duties as assigned.