SY 26-27 Secondary Grade Band 9-12 Math Teacher

About the role

The Secondary Grade Band 9-12 Instructional Teacher is a highly qualified, certified educator responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. This role provides an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships, a rigorous curriculum, and a data-driven and student-centered instructional model.

Responsibilities

• Implements instructional strategies that stimulate learning and increase student engagement;
• Creates instructional resources to meet the varying needs of students;
• Takes ownership for student’s academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in student’s achievement;
• Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests;
• Analyzes student data to prescribe remediation and enrichment as needed;
• Participates in data analysis meetings to monitor student growth;
• Open and available to being coached on a regular basis by administrators and instructional coaches;
• Adapts course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools;
• SUBMIT GRADES AND REQUIRED STUDENT WORK Ensures student academic honesty and integrity.

Requirements

• Implements instructional strategies that stimulate learning and increase student engagement;
• Creates instructional resources to meet the varying needs of students;
• Takes ownership for student’s academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in student’s achievement;
• Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests;
• Analyzes student data to prescribe remediation and enrichment as needed;
• Participates in data analysis meetings to monitor student growth;
• Open and available to being coached on a regular basis by administrators and instructional coaches;
• Adapts course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools;
• SUBMIT GRADES AND REQUIRED STUDENT WORK Ensures student academic honesty and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education AND Two (2) years of experience teaching in grades 9-12 OR Equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Certificates And Licenses: GA PSC Education Certificate in required content area for grades 9-12 Gifted certification or endorsement for all Honors and Advanced Placement instructional positions, if applicable Advanced Placement (APSI) training for all Advanced Placement instructional positions, if applicable;
• Desired: TKES/LKES credentialed Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT); Clear Fingerprint/Background Check Required;

Skills

• Knowledge of Federal, State, District and other applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures related to assigned activities and applicable duties;
• Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking;
• Knowledge of state content standards and ability to align those with the curriculum;
• Communicate well with school personnel, parents, students, and district office staff while complying with the confidentiality requirements in local, state, and federal policies;
• Display a professional attitude in working with school personnel and parents;
• Manage large volumes of paperwork and maintain adequate records;
• Proficient knowledge of computers, online curriculums/tools, and various operating systems;
• Experience using search engines (internet) for research projects;
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Interact positively with school leadership, teachers, administrators, and support staff;
• Advocate for virtual learning and believe in the mission of Georgia Cyber Academy;
• Read and interpret student academic data and educational reports;
• Familiarity with online learning environment;
• Experience working with diverse student populations;
• Proficient/Advanced data analysis skills;
• Advanced Degree in Education, Course Content, Psychology, or related field of study;
• Gifted, ESOL, or SE certifications or endorsements;
• Advanced Placement (APSI) certificate;
• TKES/LKES credentialed;
• Proficient/Advanced data analysis skills;
• Three (3) years of experience working in a similar capacity;
• Google Certifications;
• Proficient/Advanced G Suite for Education skills;
• Proficient/Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Excel, OneNote;
• Experience using NWEA MAP, Illuminate DnA, WriteScore, FLVS Global, Edgenuity, Discovery Education, Bright Thinker, ExactPath, USA Test Prep, Learn Zillon, BrainPOP, Nearpod, etc.;
• Experience with Securly;
• Experience with CLEVER;
• Proficient/Advanced experience with Infinite Campus (SIS);
• Proficient/Advanced experience with Canvas (LMS);
• Working knowledge of Jigsaw Interactive (live classroom tool);
• Proficient/Advanced in use of Zoom conferencing tool;
• Three (3) years virtual educational environment experience;
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology;
• Previous experience as a Learning Coach, Advisor, or Teacher at Georgia Cyber Academy;
• Previous experience as an online educator or service provider;
• Previous experience with online educational tools/curriculum/assessments;
• Bi-lingual;

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$__,___.00/per year

Schedule

8am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday