High School Social Studies Teacher - Arkansas Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Bentonville, AR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arkansas Connections Academy (ARCA) is a tuition-free virtual public charter school serving students in grades K–12 statewide. The school is authorized by the Arkansas Charter Authorizing Panel and the State Board of Education, governed by an independent Board of Directors, and contracts with Connections Education to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED. ARCA describes its workplace as inclusive and committed to fairness, equity, and respect for diversity. The High School Social Studies Teacher works for Arkansas Connections Academy from its Bentonville, Arkansas office or from a home office within the state. Certified teachers virtually manage instructional programs using telephone, internet, and curriculum tools, consulting regularly with students and learning coaches to help each student complete their instructional program. The role includes delivering synchronous instruction and asynchronous web conferencing, supporting students and families, collaborating with colleagues, maintaining student records, and contributing to school and community activities. Occasional travel, including possible overnight travel, and some evening hours may be required.

Requirements

Reside in Arkansas or within 300 miles of Bentonville, Arkansas.
Be highly qualified and certified to teach Secondary Social Studies in Arkansas, appropriate to the grade level and content area responsibilities.
Have strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft operating systems, Microsoft Office programs, and Google Suite.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Have a customer-focused approach.
Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility.
Demonstrate the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Have a track record as a team player.
Be willing to travel occasionally for marketing and state testing events, potentially including overnight travel.
Be able to work remotely.
Be able to work occasional evening hours as needed to support families.
Be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Responsibilities

Complete grading, create progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner.
Support the instructional program through asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to improve student understanding, working directly with students and parents.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and other teachers to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules; score assessments; provide feedback on student work; suggest instructional approaches and strategies; monitor assignment completion; and coach special projects.
Collaborate with other teachers to support student progress, provide parents with a central point of contact, and distribute tasks among teachers.
Develop general knowledge of the K–12 curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and additional assistance on daily assignments and projects.
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists using computers and telephones.
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 and staff learning specialists to develop enrichment activities and program modifications that improve student understanding.
Coordinate social activities and relevant field trips with other teachers.
Manage regional field trips and integrate them into the curriculum where possible.
Devise and implement virtual methods of 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.
Work with Advisory Teachers and School Counselors to ensure appropriate communications, student progress, and achievement of established goals.
Attend field trips and other community activities for families.
Perform other duties as assigned.