Virtual K-5th Grade Teacher
About Us
The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Ohio is a K–12 tuition-free online public school fully accredited by the Ohio Department of Education. We offer a tailored educational experience that fits the specific needs of each learner, combining a robust curriculum with the support of dedicated teachers to help students excel in a safe, virtual setting. We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.
About The Opportunity
Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor
Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals
Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices
Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System
Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily
Track and maintain contact with each student
Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students
Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction
Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students
Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues
Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond
Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings
Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person
Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues
Travel to support required face-to-face state testing annually
Eligibility
Open to residents of Ohio
About You
Current Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area
Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
Preferred two years’ experience teaching
High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
High quality written and verbal communication skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
Ability to properly manage confidential information
Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time
Ability to supervise students in all school settings
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred
About Us
We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.
About Us
ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
About Us
We offer the following benefits:
- Compensation and Benefits: The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. The annual starting salary for this position is between $43,000 – $51,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Life benefits – time & peace of mind
Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations - Health benefits – stay well & thrive
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary short-term disability insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance - Career benefits – keep growing
Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals - EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.