High School Science Teacher

Stride K12

110d • $43,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Teacher is a highly qualified, state certified educator responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. Teachers provide instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs. Teachers monitor student progress through the learning management system, and they actively work closely with students and parents/Learning Coaches to advance each student's learning toward established goals. Teachers typically work from home but must travel occasionally throughout the year to various school functions, for state testing and as may be otherwise required by the school. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Six (6) months of student teaching experience.
• Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) in subject area under No Child Left Behind (NCLB).
• Ohio High School Science certification.
• Ability to work independently typically 40+ hours per week.
• Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.
• Access to reliable high speed internet.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word; PowerPoint.
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms.
• Ability to pass required background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with proposed age group.
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology.
• Experience working in a virtual environment.
• Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick and mortar environment.
• Experience with Blackboard Collaborative or other online platforms.

Responsibilities

• Takes ownership for student's academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in student's achievement.
• Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests.
• Conducts live Synchronous Teaching - minimum of 15 hours per week.
• Asynchronously supports objectives, including composing/sending emails, planning course objectives, preparing learning plans, and using data to determine student needs.
• Collaborates with others regarding instruction, resources, interventions and data related to OHVA student's needs as well as the professional development of the teacher.
• Under guidance from school administrative team, augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools.
• Submits grades and required student work ensuring student academic honesty and integrity; Maintains grade book; Makes placement and promotion decisions by generating formal and informal reports regarding student progress, alerting administrators to concerns about student performance and progress.
• Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with students and learning coaches/parents on an ongoing regular basis.
• Organizes social and educational activities for students and families, including sponsorship of virtual clubs, outings, or other extracurricular activities as required.
• Travels to testing sites to proctor state exams.

Benefits

• $43,000 salary with the opportunity for an annual bonus.
• Ability to work from home.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree