Teacher of Record - Virtual
Job Description
Position Title: Teacher of Record - Virtual
Reports to: Director of Virtual (or designee)
Classification: Certificated
Pay Range: Full-Time starting at $67,000 annually
Work Schedule: 189-224 days
Location: Remote classroom with travel
Position Summary: An Elite Academic Academy Teacher of Record - Virtual is responsible for fostering student academic, social, and emotional learning in a virtual setting for grades 6-12. Teachers will instruct students in a virtual setting; and therefore, must be self-starters and have a creative mindset that facilitates students through relevant and rigorous learning objectives.
This position contributes to Elite Academic Academy’s instructional program and supports student academic success through instruction, curriculum development, student support, and/or educational program implementation. This role performs creditable service as defined by CalSTRS and aligns with the organization’s mission to provide innovative, student-centered learning experiences.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- A valid, current, and appropriate California state teaching credential for teaching staff. A copy of Teaching Credential to be provided and kept current.
- Experience in:
- Instruction/curriculum/student support
- Personalized or non-traditional learning environments (preferred)
- Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited university.
- A valid, current, and appropriate California state Teaching Credential (ELL Authorization, or BCLAD, or CLAD).
- Desirable: Career Technical Education Credential (CTE Credential); Dual single subject credential or PPS Credential.
- State and Federal fingerprint clearance (LiveScan) to work with students (Ed. Code 44237). No prospective employee can report to work without this clearance being received and the Human Resources Manager notifying the immediate supervisor of this clearance.
- Proof of a clear TB test dated within the last 60 days (Ed. Code 49406) upon employment and thereafter updated every four years.
- Valid California Driver’s License and proof of valid car insurance policy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Section 1: Management of Homeroom Caseload
- Maintain daily communication through synchronous sessions with students and parents/guardians through Zoom (or the like) (30 minute minimum per week).
- Hold weekly check-in meetings with students to review student progress and support.
- Ensure students are attending Live Sessions with Content Teachers.
- Monitor student progress in various courses.
- Assess students academic needs.
- Collaborate with students to track self-progress.
- Monitor homeroom student attendance, engagement, and live sessions.
- Collect needs assessment and detail Community Partnership placement for students.
- Collect student work samples from caseloads.
- Collaborate with colleagues to create success plans for struggling students in various courses.
- Directly communicate general announcements with parents/guardians, students, and community partners.
- Consistently update communication log/documentation in Student Information Systems.
- Communicate lessons and create supplemental lessons for homeroom curriculum.
- Complete Compliance Work in the Student Information System.
- Complete ordering of curriculum and materials for students.
- Assist parents/guardians with Elite processes and procedures such as signing compliance work and business department services.
Section 2: Student Supports
- Actively participates in Parent Conferences.
- Support students in collaboration with the Student Support Department, Student Development Department, or Academic Innovation Department as needed.
- Create lesson plans that meet state educational standards.
- Creatively supplement curriculum to engage students.
- Supports Special Education by attending IEP/504/SST and filling out forms/communications.
- Differentiates instruction to meet student needs/provides additional or supplemental materials when needed.
- Establishes positive and appropriate student-teacher relationships.
- Provides “Elite Progress Support Plans” for students who need to catch up on assignments or students who are struggling in course(s).
Section 3: Professional Development & Staff Collaboration
- Attends weekly collaborative meetings with colleagues for lesson planning/best practices/feedback/support.
- Attends and participates in bi-weekly staff meetings/professional development.
- Weekly communication with administrator to ensure teacher success and support.
- Fulfills school-wide and individual LCAP/SMART goals.
- Demonstrate professionalism and interpersonal skills.
- Enrich personal skill sets and knowledge by attending outside professional development opportunities.
- Attend two in-person or virtual school events a month to build school culture and pride.
- Attend a minimum of 4 field trips (2 in person, and 2 virtual) per semester, during the school year (not including mandatory Professional Development events).
Section 4: General & Essential Duties
- Proctors exams and other assessments (locally/various counties).
- Follows and adheres to Elite Academic Academy Charter policies and procedures.
- Maintains a record of student work.
- Maintains current up-to-date grades.
- Understand digital file organization.
- Follows legal mandates and procedures according to reporting (Child Abuse and Neglect Act).
- Consistently follows office hours availability for students.
- Responds to all stakeholders inquiries/communications within a 24 hour period.
- Document and resolve all informal and formal complaints with parents, students, and staff in a professional manner.
- Adhere to Elite Academic Academy policies and procedures according to the staff handbook.
- Ensure and maintain compliance with the Uniform Complaint Policy and the Uniform Technology policy.
- Use technology for assessing students, collecting data, and analyzing data.
- Uses Google Calendar of events and meetings for transparency
Knowledge of:
- Online platforms and technology use.
- Demonstrates excellent computer and typing skills.
- Career Technical Education Pathways.
- Academic and emotional growth and development of school aged children.
- Current job market trends and skills.
- Best practices to engage student learning.
- Current state testing.
- Special Education, English Language Learners, and 504 practices and procedures.
- Methods, pedagogy, and techniques used to develop and instruct curriculum.
- General knowledge of Education Codes and laws.
Ability to:
- Foster engaging activities and learning for student success through the use of technology.
- Provide individualized instruction to students by promoting interactive learning.
- Create a safe space for students to learn where diverse thinking is celebrated.
- Facilitate an online and in-person classroom culture of creativity and diversity.
- Demonstrate exemplary communication skills (oral and written).
- Demonstrates excellent time management.
- Cultivate positive rapport with students, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
- Assess student needs and individualize instruction according to their needs/goals.
- Collaborative with colleagues on an ongoing basis.
- Assist in curriculum development.
- Work flexible hours; sometimes weekends and/or evenings.
- Accessible access to the internet.
- Demonstrate integrity when making decisions.
- Travel locally, nationally, and internationally with student enrichment and educational trips.
Work Environment:
- Blended position (remotely & locally)
- In-home Office
- Occasional travel may be required by personal vehicle
- Flexible Hours
Physical Demands:
- Lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
- Ability to see and read clearly to monitor student progress online.
- Dexterity of hands for computer use.
- Ability of hearing for listening.
- Ability of speaking to properly exchange information.
- Traveling long distances.
HAZARDS:
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