Pennwood Cyber Charter School – Earth Science Teacher

# Pennwood Cyber Charter School – Earth Science Teacher United States7 hours agoID 3395938

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Connections Academy## Description About Pennwood Cyber Charter School  Pennwood Cyber Charter School is a tuition-free, K-12 public cyber charter school serving students across Pennsylvania. Pennwood offers flexible virtual learning supported by a proven curriculum, individualized student support, and innovative educational opportunities that promote academic achievement, engagement, and long-term student success.  Pennwood operates a 195-day instructional calendar that includes a three-week Connections Term (CTerm).

CTerm expands opportunities for intervention, enrichment, relationship-building, career exploration, and personalized learning.  Pennwood is committed to a collaborative, relationship-centered virtual school culture in which students, families, and staff feel connected, supported, and empowered to succeed.  Pennwood staff members are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes health coverage and retirement contributions through a 403(b) plan with a 5% employer match in place of PSERS.  

Position Summary  Pennwood Cyber Charter School seeks Pennsylvania-certified educators who are responsible for delivering high-quality virtual instruction to students in assigned grades and subject areas. Working from home offices in Pennsylvania, our teachers manage instructional programming using the Learning Management System, telephone, internet, curriculum tools, and synchronous and asynchronous teaching practices.  Teachers communicate regularly with students and Learning Coaches, monitor progress, provide timely feedback, maintain accurate records, and adapt instruction to strengthen understanding and engagement.

Our teachers collaborate with colleagues, school leaders, counseling and engagement teams, and other staff to help students successfully complete their educational programs and support the continued success of Pennwood’s cyber learning program.  

Key Responsibilities  Instruction and Student Learning    
• Contribute to a culture of achievement by delivering asynchronous and synchronous instruction in whole-group, small-group, and individual settings.

• Complete grading, lesson preparation, and student and family communications within established timelines.

• Maintain a general knowledge of the K-12 curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses, grades, and subject areas.

• Review curriculum and use alternate instructional approaches to increase student understanding and engagement.

• Support students and Learning Coaches with learning strategies, daily assignments, projects, and course expectations.

• Support implementation of Individualized Education Programs, accommodations, and modifications for students enrolled in assigned courses.  Student Progress, Records, and Communication    
• Communicate regularly with students and Learning Coaches through the Learning Management System, telephone, and other approved tools.

• Maintain accurate and current student records and data, including cumulative files, attendance, student and family information, and communication records.

• Monitor student progress and collaborate with the Engagement and Counseling Departments to support timely communication, adequate progress, and achievement of established goals.

• Consult with teachers, school staff, and leaders to develop enrichment activities and appropriate program modifications that strengthen student understanding and engagement.  Collaboration and Professional Practice    
• Collaborate regularly through professional learning communities and other team structures to develop and update Personal Learning…