6th Grade (Social Studies & Science) - Indiana Connections Academy

Connections Academy; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A virtual public charter school is seeking a certified 6th grade Elementary Teacher to manage instructional programs from home in Indiana. The role involves virtually supporting students, conducting assessments, and communicating with parents to enhance student learning. Candidates must be certified to teach in Indiana, possess strong technology skills, and have a customer-focused approach. This position may require some occasional travel for marketing and state testing events.

Qualifications

• Certified to teach 6th grade, specifically in Social Studies and Science.
• Strong technology proficiency, especially with Microsoft OS.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage instructional programs for 6th grade students virtually.
• Conduct grading, progress reports, and parent conferences.
• Support and guide students and parents with the curriculum.

Skills

Strong technology skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player track record

Education

Certification to teach 6th grade Elementary Social Studies and Science in Indiana

Tools

Microsoft OS

MS Office programs

Google Suite

Job description

Company Summary

Indiana Connections Academy (INCA) is a tuition-free, virtual public charter school for students in grades K-12 throughout Indiana. INCA is authorized by Ball State University and governed by an independent Board of Directors. The school is operated by Indiana Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Indiana, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. The school was founded in 2010, as part of the Indiana Department of Education Virtual School Pilot Program, and became a charter school in the fall of 2011. INCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting division of AdvancED.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Working from your home office in Indiana, the certified 6th grade elementary Teachers will virtually manage instructional programs. Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.

The Elementary Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
• Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects;
• Develop a general knowledge of the curriculum;
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
• Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone;
• Keep student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging of all student and parent contacts;
• Consult with team members and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
• Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
• Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
• Collaborate with your team and with your professional learning community;
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to given lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with parents and students);
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified to teach 6th grade Elementary Social Studies and Science in Indiana (appropriate to grade level responsibilities)
• Belief that all students can and will learn
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS, MS Office programs, and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Customer focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for 2-step authentication

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