Secondary Teacher, Social Studies (9-12)

Overview

As a Secondary Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional virtual education to secondary school students. This position requires experience and knowledge in Social Studies but also a deep understanding of virtual teaching methodologies, technology integration, and the ability to inspire and engage students in an online setting.

Essential Duties

• Develop and adapt curriculum materials that align with state standards and cater to the diverse learning styles and needs of virtual students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive online learning environment, implementing effective strategies for student engagement, participation, and behavior management.
• Utilize innovative and interactive teaching methods to deliver engaging Social Studies lessons, incorporating multimedia resources, discussion forums, and collaborative activities during live sessions during scheduled learning activities.
• Participate in live learning sessions, in addition to preparing recorded learning activities, for all students, with support from the designated Department Chair.
• Design, administer, and assess student assignments, projects, and exams.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to guide students in their academic progress.
• Offer additional support and resources to students who may require extra assistance, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to succeed.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress, addressing concerns, and collaborating on strategies to support student success.
• Stay informed about best practices in online education, Social Studies curriculum developments, and virtual teaching methodologies.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Minimum of two (2) years of successful teaching experience, preferably in a secondary setting.
• 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.
• Desire to put students first;
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned;
• Commitment to data-driven instructional practices;
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior;
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technology skills and familiarity with virtual learning platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to the virtual learning environment.

Success Profile

• Instructional Effectiveness: Delivers engaging, standards-aligned instruction and uses multiple strategies to support diverse learners in a virtual environment.
• Data-Informed Instruction: Uses student assessment data to adjust instruction, identify learning gaps, and support continuous academic growth.
• Collaboration & Instructional Adaptability: Works effectively with colleagues and support staff, adapting instruction and co-teaching strategies to meet individual student needs.

Education & Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university;
• Valid Tennessee teaching certificate with endorsements in Social Studies or related training and work experience.

Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only)

• Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
• Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option.
• 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment
• Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25)
• 11 Company-paid Holidays

Required Skills

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant role or industry, preferably in a remote environment.
• 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.

Openings

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