Floating Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy • Duluth, GA

164d

About The Position

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades 5-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement. Georgia Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified to teach core academic courses (math, science, social studies, and/or English) in Georgia appropriate to grade level and content area responsibilities.
• Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player track record; ability to collaborate.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.
• Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require overnight travel).
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families.

Responsibilities

• Virtually manage instructional programs for grades K-12 as a floating certified teacher.
• Substitute teach in classrooms when required.
• Provide behavioral and academic interventions for at-risk students as requested.
• Consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure successful completion of instructional programs.
• Complete grading in a timely manner to communicate student progress to students and parents.
• Communicate frequently with parents, students, and other teachers to provide feedback on student work and suggest instructional strategies.
• Support students and parents with strategies for success in a virtual environment.
• Support the instructional program with synchronous and asynchronous lessons and instructional materials.
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies.
• Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a school community.
• Coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students.
• Attend school-sponsored events such as Beginning and End of Year Events.
• Participate in the organization and administration of State Testing as directed.
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation.
• Develop a general knowledge of the entire program's 5-12 curriculum and a detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree