High School ELA Teacher - Lighthouse Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Southfield, MI

About The Position

Lighthouse Connections Academy (LCA) is a tuition-free, state-certified K–12 online public school authorized by Oxford Community Schools. Students attend from home, and the school serves students throughout Michigan. The High School ELA Teacher virtually manages instructional programs while working from the Troy, Michigan office or a personal home office. Using telephone, the Internet, and curriculum tools, the teacher consults regularly with students and Learning Coaches to help students successfully complete their instructional programs. The role includes asynchronous web conferencing and synchronous instruction, grading and progress reporting, parent conferences, student and family support, collaboration with school staff, and maintaining student records. The position also involves required travel to in-person events throughout the school year, potentially including overnight travel, and occasional evening hours as needed. Remote work may be required.

Requirements

Qualified and certified to teach English Language Arts in Michigan.
Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Highly organized and punctual.
Student- and family-focused approach.
High degree of flexibility.
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Track record as a team player.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to travel to and attend in-person events, including State Testing, throughout the school year; travel may require overnight stays.
Ability to work occasional evening hours as needed to support families.
Ability to work remotely if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Michigan residency is preferred.

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 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 full program curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to lessons to improve student understanding, working directly with students and parents.
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and additional assistance on daily assignments and projects.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and school staff 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 current student records and data, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logs of student and parent contacts.
Consult with teachers, team members, and staff to develop enrichment activities and modifications to student programs.
Coordinate with staff to ensure families receive appropriate communications, students make adequate progress, and established goals are met.
Coordinate social activities and relevant field trips with other teachers, and integrate trips into the curriculum.
Manage regional field trips.
Devise and implement virtual methods for creating and maintaining 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.