High School Science Teacher

Responsibilities

• Working from our office in East Lansing, Michigan, or your home office, certified High School Science Teachers will virtually manage instructional programs.
• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
• Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner.
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects.
• Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible.
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents).
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects.
• Communicate regularly with parents, students, and school staff through use of computer and telephone.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that parents have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the teachers.
• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and parent contacts.
• Consult with other teachers, team members, academic interventionists/specialists, and other staff members to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding.
• Work with staff to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met.
• Work with other teachers to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students.
• Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum.
• Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”.
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed.
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation.
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan
• Michigan Residency preferred
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student and family focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing is required throughout the school year, as determined by the school. This may require overnight travel.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
• Ability to work remotely, if necessary

Demonstrates expertise in virtual instructional management, effective communication with students and parents, and strong organizational skills to support diverse learning needs. Proficient in utilizing technology to enhance educational experiences and maintain accurate student records.