Elementary School Teacher; fully remote

Elementary School Teacher

Be the steady weekly presence that helps young learners build confidence and stay on pace toward grade-level success.

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Work Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM EST

Location:

Remote – work from anywhere in the U.S. with reliable internet. Applicants must not reside in the Pacific Coast area.

Reports To:

Elementary Team Leader

Pay Rate:
Starting at $23.72/hour (Bachelor's Degree and Michigan Standard Certification)

Company Overview

My Virtual Academy is dedicated to providing innovative educational solutions that empower students across Michigan. Since its inception in 1991, the academy has stood at the forefront of educational innovation, offering tailored, tuition-free education services to a diverse array of learners. With a commitment to flexibility and accessibility, My Virtual Academy provides 100% virtual classes, round-the-clock access to learning materials, and essential tech support, helping students from grades K-12 achieve their high school diplomas on their own terms.

Position Summary

The Elementary School Teacher promotes student success in an online learning environment through regular, scheduled interactions. This role serves as the primary weekly contact for students, ensures they have access to necessary technology, and monitors their progress across various platforms. The teacher also maintains a detailed online activity log and engages students through multiple communication channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly Zoom sessions with students as the primary method of contact, counting toward mandatory student and parent contacts.
• Establish and communicate clear expectations and guidelines to students and their families.
• Be available during scheduled working hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST, to support student learning.
• Help each student build and follow an educational development plan that keeps them progressing toward their goals.
• Monitor student progress and provide academic support—including referrals to Academic Tutors—to ensure students stay on pace toward grade-level goals.
• Grade assignments and update grades each semester.
• Ensure students complete required assessments in Exact Path three times per year.
• Host virtual field trips and monthly virtual lunch sessions to enhance student engagement.
• Address technical issues and coordinate with the tech support team to resolve them.
• Maintain regular communication with team leaders and participate in mandatory team and individual meetings.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field.
• Valid Michigan teaching certification. If not currently in Michigan, must obtain a Michigan certificate within 3 months of hire.
• Experience in virtual teaching and managing an online classroom.
• Successful completion of a background check and fingerprinting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with digital educational platforms such as Zoom, Exact Path, Seesaw, and Edmentum for digital curriculum.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, capable of managing multiple educational activities simultaneously.

Competencies

Confidentiality:
Maintains the confidentiality of information related to students and their families.

Problem Solving:
Identifies and resolves issues promptly; analyzes information skillfully.

Interpersonal

Skills:

Maintains professionalism and openness to others' ideas; willing to try new teaching methods.

Communication

Skills:

Excels in both oral and written communication, capable of conducting effective and engaging virtual meetings.

Planning/Organizing:
Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently; develops realistic action plans.

Adaptability:
Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and handles frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability:
Consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.

Benefits & Perks

We invest in our team because we know great people power great outcomes for students. Here's a snapshot of what you'll enjoy as part of the My Virtual Academy family:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)—recharge, reset, and take…