Social Studies Teacher, Grades 9-12

Job Description

The High School Social Studies 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. They monitor student progress through the learning management system and work closely with students, parents, and learning coaches to advance learning toward established goals.

Teachers typically work from home but must travel occasionally for school functions, state testing, and other required duties.

This position offers a base salary of $43,000 plus eligibility for a performance bonus.

Start Date - ASAP

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA). Our mission is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students through rigorous curriculum and data‑driven instruction.

This is a full‑time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week, is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during the workday, typically 9‑5 (or 8‑4) or as defined by the school.

• Takes ownership for students’ academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in their achievement;
• Prepares students for high‑stakes standardized tests;
• Conducts live synchronous teaching – minimum of 15 hours per week;
• Provides asynchronous support, including composing emails, planning objectives, preparing learning plans, and using data to determine student needs;
• Collaborates with others regarding instruction, resources, interventions, and data related to OHVA students’ needs as well as the teacher’s professional development;
• Under guidance from the school administrative team, augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools;
• Submits grades and required student work, maintains the grade book, and makes placement and promotion decisions by generating formal and informal reports on student progress;

• Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with students, learning coaches, and parents on a consistent basis;
• Supports learning coaches and parents with student curricular and instructional issues in a virtual classroom environment according to academy policies and procedures;
• Provides limited support with basic computer questions when requested;
• Understands how diverse and unique characteristics of students and their families impact required support;
• Works collaboratively with other teachers to ensure all students progress through the program and parents have a central point of contact;
• Responds to students, parents, and colleagues in a timely manner.

• 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;
• Complies with all school policies and procedures, including the Employee Manual;
• Complies with all laws related to this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

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Duties & Responsibilities:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities and/or duties required; other duties may be assigned that are consistent with this position.

• Builds community;
• Helps staff with any onboarding efforts as directed;
• Participates in committees as required.

• Bachelor’s degree AND
• Six (6) months of student teaching experience AND
• Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) in subject area under No Child Left Behind (NCLB).

Certificates and Licenses: Ohio High School Social Studies.

Residency Requirement: Ohio.

• Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking;
• Knowledge of state content…