Teacher

About Us

Innovative Network of Knowledge is a dynamic and rapidly growing company in an emerging space of innovation in education. Our passion is to change education forever for the K-12 students (online) we serve. We are changing the way children learn and apply knowledge in the real world. Through our Project Based approach, supported by personal Educational Concierges, we strengthen the whole child through their educational experience. Through synchronous and asynchronous opportunities, co-teaching and workshop labs, our students are immersed and challenged in a way not experienced in today’s educational landscape. In addition, staff and students will take part in weekly programs that promote character and citizenship opportunities to grow not only as a school but also as a community at large.

Key Benefits

• Education Concierge: Every family has access to a dedicated Educational Concierge to assist with enrollment, course planning and ongoing academic guidance, ensuring each student finds their unique path to success.
• Goal-Oriented Tracking: We help students set meaningful milestones and track their progress, encouraging achievement and celebrating every accomplishment along the way.
• Community-Focused Learning: Our programs are structured to foster collaboration and connection, building confidence and social skills even within a virtual setting.
• Technology: Innovative Network of Knowledge will provide this role with a company-provided laptop, but the employee will secure and cover the cost for the operation of this technology in the virtual landscape of his/her home office. (internet, telephone, home office setup, etc.)

Key Responsibilities

• Academics: Needs to have working knowledge about the Project Based Learning (PBL) model for the grades taught. Develop and implement rigorous lessons aligned with the school's philosophy and standards. Monitor student academic progress and identify areas for improvement. Oversee the learning process, implement enrichments and remediation as needed. Follows all required IEP/504/GT/Special Program requirements. Ensures high-quality instruction across all subject areas.
• Learning Environment: Supportive, Inviting, Kind, Encouraging, Energetic, Inquisitive, Robust, Challenging. We want our teachers AND our students to have FUN Learning together. In order to do this, we must remove old barriers of stoic classroom environments and encourage exploration and the innovation that brings with it the aspirations to become more year over year for BOTH the teacher and the students.
• Student Support: Maintaining a safe and disciplined learning environment. Addressing student behavioral issues and implementing appropriate disciplinary measures. Promoting student well-being and supporting their social and emotional development. Overseeing student activities, clubs, and extracurricular programs.
• Community Engagement: Communicating regularly with parents regarding student progress and school activities. Building strong relationships with parents and actively involving them in the school community. Representing the school at community events and to external stakeholders.
• Instructional Technology: Effectively utilize online learning platforms, tools, and resources to deliver instruction and engage students in a virtual environment. Troubleshoot basic technical issues and guide students in navigating the online classroom environment. Maintain a virtual classroom presence through regular live sessions, recorded lessons, and interactive online activities.
• Student Engagement & Attendance: Monitor daily student engagement and participation in online coursework and live sessions. Communicate promptly with students and families regarding attendance concerns or disengagement. Implement strategies to foster student connection and community in a virtual setting.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Collaborate regularly with grade-level teams, instructional coaches, and leadership to plan, reflect, and improve instructional practices. Participate in virtual staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions.
• Personalized Learning & Differentiation: Utilize student performance data to personalize instruction and differentiate learning pathways. Support students in setting academic goals and developing self-directed learning skills.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of student attendance, engagement, communication logs, and intervention efforts. Support data collection efforts for state reporting, accreditation, and internal evaluation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Teaching certificate in the subject area of application.
• Minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience in either public or private (virtual learning a plus but not required).
• Ability to travel as needed for program integrity and growth.
• Eagerness to lead rich PBL classrooms.
• Knowledge of education regulations and policies in Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Understanding of private school culture and mission.

Other Duties as Assigned