Virtual Substitute Teacher

Virtual Preparatory Academy of Ohio•Virtual Preparatory Academy of Ohio, OH

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Ohio is a K–12 tuition-free online public school seeking teachers to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. While this is an online position, travel and face-to-face attendance will be required several times per year for state testing and student events. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum.

Requirements

Current Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area
Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
High quality written and verbal communication skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
Ability to properly manage confidential information
Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time
Ability to supervise students in all school settings
Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks

Nice To Haves

Preferred two years’ experience teaching
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor in all core content areas and grade levels
Meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals
Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices
Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System
Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily
Track and maintain contact with each student
Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students
Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction
Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students
Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues
Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond
Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings
Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person
Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues
Travel to support required face-to-face state testing annually
Perform other duties as assigned