Virtual Math Teacher, Grades 7-12 - Indiana Statewide

SUMMARY:

The position of teacher at Hoosier College and Career Academy is a highly qualified, state-certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in a face-to-face and/or an on-line environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree AND

* Three (3) years of teaching experience AND

* Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT)

Preferred Qualifications:

* On-line teaching experience

* High Ability, Special Education or other endorsements

Certificates and Licenses:
Active Indiana state teaching certification for appropriate content area and grade level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Learns the entire K12 curriculum for assigned grade levels and is able to demonstrate knowledge of how state standards align with it;

* Understands how both diverse and unique characteristics of students and their families impact required support;

* Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools;

* Create, develop and submit lesson plans weekly;

* Orients students to their course, communicates requirements, sets and enforces deadlines, maintains regular office hours and conducts instructional sessions;

* Takes ownership for student's academic progress and attendance communicating high expectations and showing active interest in student's achievement;

* Collaborates with grade-level team, administration, interventionists, Special Education teachers and instructional coaches regarding instruction, resources, interventions and data-driven decision making to support student success

* Provides instruction to help students master K12 curricular objectives

* Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests;

* Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with students and learning coaches/parents to keep them adequately apprised of the student's progress and issues;

* Supports learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues in a virtual classroom environment, balancing the flexibility of the K12 curriculum with proper enforcement of Academy policies and procedures;

* Grades submitted, required student work and maintains grade book;

* Generates formal and informal reports regarding student progress, alerting administrators to concerns about student performance and progress;

* Creates and manages a home office;

* Supports students and learning coaches with the set-up and maintenance of their learning environment including basic computer troubleshooting.

* Utilizes data analysis and data driven instruction

* Follows Staff Handbook expectations

OTHER

DUTIES AND 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, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned.

Proctors site-based exams;

* Follow the Community Events Policy in Staff handbook

* Collects and analyzes formative and summative assessments

* Teaches scheduled Class Connect sessions for specific subject areas and homeroom

* Collaborates with peers in order to provide a positive experience for students;

* Builds community by contributing to school message boards, newsletters and events;

* Travels to and participates in staff meetings, school outings, marketing events, state testing, professional development sessions, and other experiences;

* Maintains records regarding students in accordance with school policy and state requirements; prepares reports regarding students and classroom matters as directed;

* Provides direct instruction to students as needed

* Participates in committees as required.

OTHER

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Strong interpersonal skills emphasizing tact, promptness, patience and courtesy; ability to establish a professional, effective rapport with students

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, Power Point and Outlook, as well as Internet research methods and report writing techniques;
Utilizes computer software associated with curriculum; obtains additional training in technology as required

* Able to read data and determine what steps are needed to assist students academically on an individual and/or classroom basis

* Able to adapt learning plans to meet different needs and learning styles; create an instructional and whole class environment favorable to learning and personal growth

* Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

* Demonstrates the use of good judgment in decision-making

* Great organizational and time management skills

* Customer service orientation to include promptness and appropriateness of responses to needs and requests of students and learning coaches

* Understanding of applicable sections of the State Education Code and other pertinent regulations

* Obtains additional licensing as required

* Ability to travel within and between…