Secondary Teacher, Science

Position Details

• Reporting Manager
  :
  Principal
• Status
  :
  Salary, Exempt
• Type
  :
  Regular, Full-Time (12 Months)
• Program
  :
  Multi State (MO, IA, TN)

Stellar Virtual is seeking a highly motivated and certified Secondary Science Teacher to join our team remotely. This role involves delivering engaging and effective science instruction to students in grades 6-12 through our virtual platform across multiple state programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of secondary science disciplines, excellent communication and technology skills, and a passion for fostering a positive online learning environment.

Responsibilities include curriculum implementation, assessment, individualized support, and collaboration to ensure student success.

• Deliver engaging and interactive live virtual science lessons aligned with applicable state standards and program requirements for grades 6-12.
• Utilize diverse online teaching methods, resources, and technologies to meet varied learning styles and student needs.
• Develop and deliver asynchronous learning activities, including interactive assignments, projects, and discussions.
• Provide timely and clear feedback on student work to enhance understanding and academic growth.
• Facilitate small-group instruction and provide individualized student support.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
• Implement Stellar Virtual science curriculum effectively and adapt instruction to meet individual student needs.
• Develop and administer formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning and inform instruction.
• Analyze student data to identify learning gaps and adjust instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with curriculum specialists and other teachers to support and enhance science curriculum and instruction.
• Maintain regular and effective communication with students and parents regarding progress, assignments, and concerns.
• Respond promptly to student and parent inquiries via email, phone, and virtual meetings.
• Support on-site testing events periodically throughout the year, as required.
• Participate in virtual professional development and collaborate with colleagues on effective online teaching practices.
• Work collaboratively with student support services, including counselors and special education staff, to address student needs.
• Attend virtual staff meetings and contribute to the overall success of Stellar Virtual.
• Maintain compliance with applicable state certification, instructional, and program requirements.

• Minimum of two (2) years of successful teaching experience, preferably in a secondary setting.
• Experience teaching a range of secondary science courses, such as General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Earth Science.
• Demonstrated experience using online learning platforms and educational technology.
• Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) in a professional or academic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas via written channels (Email, Google Chat, and Document Comments) with high clarity and low ambiguity.
• Access to a private, secure, high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds.
• Residency in an assigned program state may be required based on program needs and applicable state requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Science Education, or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification/license with an appropriate Secondary Science endorsement or authorization for grades 6-12 in at least one of the following states:
  Iowa, Tennessee, or Missouri.
• Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate teaching certification/license and Secondary Science endorsement or authorization in the remaining assigned program states, as needed.

• Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
• Comprehensive medical…