Elementary Teacher - Utah Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Cottonwood Heights, UT

9d•Remote

About The Position

Utah Connections Academy (UCA) is a tuition-free, online public school serving students in grades K–12 throughout Utah. UCA is authorized by the Utah State Charter School Board and operated by Utah Connections Academy through a contract with Connections Academy of Utah, LLC. The school is accredited by the Northwest Accreditation Commission. UCA strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values diversity, fostering fairness, equity, and inclusion. This position involves working from a home office within Utah, utilizing the Pearson Online Classroom to support students, deliver synchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, and use data to diagnose learning needs.

Requirements

Current Utah Elementary license.
Focus in Math & Science
Strong technology skills (especially with Google products)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility to work well in a fast paced environment
Team player track record
Willingness to travel overnight, on occasion, for school events
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for 2-step authentication

Nice To Haves

Utah residency is preferred. Priority will be given to the candidates who live in Utah.
Candidates in the surrounding states are encouraged to apply (Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, and Wyoming).
Science of Reading experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain high expectations for every student and provide the support each student needs to succeed.
Deliver engaging instruction through live lessons, recorded lessons, individual support, and targeted interventions.
Provide timely, clear, and meaningful feedback on student work, complete progress reports, and participate in parent conferences.
Communicate regularly with students, families, and staff about student progress, learning plans, assignments, and instructional support.
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the curriculum and courses assigned.
Use student data to adjust instruction, provide differentiated support, and implement interventions with the school team.
Provide individualized instruction, accommodations, and learning strategies to help students meet their academic goals.
Build positive, productive relationships with students and families to support student success.
Collaborate with colleagues to monitor student progress, solve problems, and improve instruction.
Work with teachers, specialists, and support staff to develop and implement interventions and enrichment opportunities.
Maintain accurate student records, attendance, communication logs, and other required documentation.
Partner with school counselors and other support staff to ensure students receive appropriate academic and social-emotional support.
Foster a positive and connected virtual school community through meaningful student and family engagement.
Participate in required professional learning and pursue ongoing professional growth.
Assist with state testing administration as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.