High School Math Teacher (Term of Project) - South Carolina Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Columbia, SC

8d•Remote

About The Position

South Carolina Connections Academy (SCCA) is a tuition-free, K–12 online public school serving students throughout South Carolina. Launched in 2008–09 under contract to the South Carolina Connections Academy Charter School, it is South Carolina’s first virtual charter school and is authorized by the Erskine Charter School District. The High School Math Teacher works full-time from home and manages instructional programs using curriculum and communication tools. The teacher consults regularly with students and learning coaches to support students in successfully completing their instructional programs. This is a term-of-project position. SCCA strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people it serves, fostering fairness, equity, and inclusion in a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Requirements

Certification to teach high school mathematics in South Carolina, appropriate to grade-level responsibilities.
Must reside in South Carolina.
Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office programs and Google Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Highly organized and punctual.
Customer-focused approach.
High degree of flexibility.
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Track record as a team player.
Willingness to travel occasionally for school and state testing events, potentially including overnight travel.
Ability to work remotely, if necessary.
Ability to work occasional evening hours as needed to support families.
Ability to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Nice To Haves

Gifted and Talented Endorsement is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Support the instructional program through asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
Complete grading, prepare 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; provide feedback on student work; suggest instructional approaches and strategies; monitor assignment completion; and coach special projects.
Develop general knowledge of the K–12 curriculum and detailed knowledge of the grades for which the teacher is responsible.
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and additional assistance with daily assignments and projects.
Keep student records and data up to date, including online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logs of student and parent contacts.
Consult with team members and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and program modifications that increase student understanding.
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.