Online English Teacher Standard

summary description

the online virtual school teacher creates a supportive online learning environment that promotes student growth and academic success. They deliver instruction, monitor progress, and collaborate with students and families to meet individual learning needs. This role requires strong teaching skills, comfort with technology, and the ability to adapt classroom best practices to a virtual setting. Though the primary focus is on academic core instruction, teachers must be comfortable with supporting new users of technology.

the essential functions and duties listed below are intended to guide the various types of work that may be performed and are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned by site administrators as needed to support students and site-based initiatives.

• teach material from approved curriculum in accordance with assigned course schedule.
• motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process, including class discussions, assignments, projects, research, etc.
• maintain online asynchronous communication (and synchronous if appropriate) with students in online discussions, to assist students in achieving completion objectives, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects.
• provide regular, accurate, and timely student‑specific assistance, feedback, and support to students relative to their performance.
• communicate with students, parents, and staff on a regular basis to develop and update student learning plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies.
• ensure assessment guidelines and regulations are followed at all times.
• assist with the development of new curriculum or coursework in the virtual environment.
• ensure student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification and provide appropriate interventions if necessary.
• ensure that each student enrolled in a virtual/online course has accurate and up‑to‑date records and log all student and parent contact.
• manage field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum.
• implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a school community.
• review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
• demonstrates a knowledge base and willingness to implement a variety of web 2.0 tools to enhance student virtual learning experiences.

• demonstrates mastery of content, pedagogy, resources, and knowledge of appropriate subject areas.
• sets instructional outcomes for diverse learners and provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students.
• designs coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with nevada academic content standards.
• assist with school‑wide data analysis, as part of a professional development needs assessment.
• implement instructional activities that contribute to a positive online learning environment where students are actively engaged in meaningful online learning experiences.
• collaborate with other members of the instructional team.
• clearly articulate deadlines, schedules, and procedures to students and parents to ensure that student's complete coursework in a timely manner.
• assist school site administrator with student placement.
• assist students and parents with technical support requests relating to the course interface and student information systems.
• uses a variety of programs and software applications, as appropriate, to complete instructional and administrative tasks.
• reinforces and collaborates with grade level and/or content area team the consistent use of proven, research‑based strategies for effective classroom management, lesson co‑planning, active student engagement, and virtual/online instructional delivery.
• participate in professional development as provided and scheduled by the school site administrator.

• creates a positive online learning environment of high expectations, respect, rapport, and cultural acceptance
• establishes a culture of online learning
• demonstrates cultural…