Online RAIL Teacher - English

Frisco ISD•Frisco, TX

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Valid Texas teaching certificate in secondary content area
Working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) including Canvas and Google Suite
Serve as a student advocate to provide direction and support by creating and monitoring processes that will ensure student success in the online environment
Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in Frisco RAIL in written and oral form, including electronic media
Highly skilled at implementing exemplary educational practices resulting in demonstrated student achievement gains
Ability to organize, prioritize, manage, and carry out duties efficiently and within established timeframes
Ability to use effective strategies in differentiating instruction
Knowledge of curriculum and instructional best practices for online learning
Demonstrate operational knowledge of a variety of technology applications including Google Suite
Ability to listen, establish, and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators
Demonstrated effective data-based problem-solving skills
Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned
Minimum of 3 years secondary teaching experience in a classroom setting

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Experience teaching online preferred

Responsibilities

Design and implement instruction that aligns with the mission and vision of Frisco RAIL.
Design instructional activities that contribute to a positive environment where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
Collaborate with the campus and District teams concerning student educational needs.
Assist students on multiple campuses.
Exhibit a willingness to work a flexible online schedule including evening and weekend hours.
Coordinate the registration of students enrolled in Frisco RAIL courses.
Provide an orientation for all Frisco RAIL students.
Participate and lead campus open houses.
Assist with student placement.
Assist students and parents with technical support
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all stakeholders to ensure that students complete coursework in a timely manner.
Provide direct consultation and guidance to students and parents on matters relating to courses, attendance, participation, and other processes.
Communicate and collaborate with co-teachers for a positive and efficient learning experience.
Assist in providing information to community groups, social media, schools, and parents about Frisco RAIL.
Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures including records of parent and student contact.
Complete appropriate reports for local, state, federal, and educational agencies.
Assist with District and schoolwide data analysis.
Ensure that each student enrolled in Frisco RAIL has accurate, up-to-date records.
Coordinate with the RAIL Academic Advisor to make sure that all courses and grades are placed on the student’s report card and transcript.
Stay current on all Frisco RAIL communications and attend online or face-to-face training and coaching sessions.
Continue professional growth through self-directed, as well as defined professional development opportunities, which may include additional training, professional learning communities, outside research, and reading professional literature.
Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for teachers and students.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings or campus activities and serve on staff committees as required.
Other Duties as Assigned
Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.