About The Team
ACCEL Schools is seeking highly-qualified Virtual Teachers who are dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are looking for teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, accessible online and through a variety of traditional methods.
Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face-to-face attendance will be required several times per year to support in-person state testing and student events. Eligibility : Open to residents of Georgia.
About The Opportunity
- Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor in all core content areas and grade levels
- 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 setup 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
- Perform other duties as assigned
About You
Current Georgia teaching license in appropriate content areaKnowledge of State Standards and Common Core StandardsPreferred two years' experience teachingHigh level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoringHigh quality written and verbal communication skillsHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and OutlookAbility to properly manage confidential informationAbility to stand for up to 90 minutes at a timeAbility to supervise students in all school settingsAbility to pass federal and state criminal background checksExperience working in a multi-cultural setting preferredAbout Us
"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder. 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 differ to reflect the unique values of the communities we serve. We offer brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid options with innovative models such as career-technical education, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
We offer the following benefits :
Paid time offMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insurance optionsDisability insuranceRetirement contributionsDiscounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locationsCareer advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our network of instructors and education professionalsEqual Employment Opportunity
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, disability, age, military status, veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected status, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.
Seniority level : Entry level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Education and Training
Industries : Primary and Secondary Education
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