High School Math Teacher Part-Time

About the role

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. The Keystone Live Instruction Teacher is a state‑certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. The teacher must provide live instruction, support and guidance; manage the learning process; and focus on students’ individual needs. Teachers monitor student progress through Stride’s learning management system and work actively with students, parents, and the associated school to support each student’s educational experience. The Math Teacher is a highly qualified, state‑certified educator responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. Math Teachers provide instruction, support, and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students’ individual needs. They monitor student progress through Stride K12’s learning management system and work closely with students and parents/learning coaches to advance each student’s learning toward established goals. Math Teachers typically work from home but must travel occasionally throughout the year to various school functions, such as state testing or as otherwise required by the school. This is a part‑time position likely paying $17–$20/hour.

Responsibilities

• Instructional/Curricular
  • Effectively apply working knowledge of the K12 curriculum and Online School as it relates to grade and subject level assignment
  • Provide rich and engaging synchronous learning experiences for students
  • Demonstrate a belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectations
  • Augment course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate tools
  • Maintain and effectively apply knowledge of State and Industry Specific learning standards
  • Develop effective instructional tools and strategies to supplement and enhance provided curriculum
  • Develop instructional lessons in alignment with school’s pacing schedule
• Communication
  • Contact students regularly via e‑mail or phone
  • Respond within appropriate time frame (usually one business day) to student/associated school inquiries
  • Participate in academic‑focused meetings with associated school administrators
  • Attend regularly scheduled virtual staff meetings
  • Understand that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain positive rapport with students
• Records Management
  • Monitor and report on student academic and pacing progress
  • Generate formal reports
  • Alert school administrators of any concerns about student progress and attendance
• Community
  • Organize orientation, training, social, and educational activities for students and families
  • Create a monthly newsletter or updated website as needed
  • Lead student/parent orientations, as needed
• Assessment/Evaluation
  • Assess students per policy

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree AND one (1) year industry experience leading to certification, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Appropriate state Department of Education High School (9‑12) Math Teaching Certification
• Appropriate subject teaching certification
• Ability to pass required background check
• Willingness and ability to obtain additional state licensing as required
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Qualifications

Required:

• Shared view of the virtual academy’s mission
• Strong content and subject‑matter knowledge
• Ability to support and guide adults as well as students
• Excellent knowledge of motivational techniques
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency; web proficiency

Desired:

• Experience as an online learner
• Experience using a student information system and/or other type of database
• Experience teaching in a virtual setting

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Retirement contributions
• Paid time off

Pay

Hourly wage anticipated at $17–$20/hour for up to 25 hours per week. Offers typically fall in the bottom half of the range. Actual compensation varies based on geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions.

Schedule

• Typically 20–25 hours per week
• Fewer or additional hours may be required based on business needs
• Work hours may be required during daytime business hours (8 am–5 pm ET, Monday–Friday)

Work environment

• Fully virtual position; open to residents of all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
• High‑speed internet connection required (minimum 25 Mbps download / 5 Mbps upload, not shared with other household users)
• Satellite, DSL, data plans, wireless, or dial‑up services are not compatible for call quality
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) for school functions such as state testing