Adjunct PE/Health Teacher (OH, TN, AR, PA)

Connections Education LLC.; Arkansas; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading online education provider is seeking an Adjunct PE/Health Teacher. This role involves managing online instructional programs for K-12 students, providing feedback on assignments, and utilizing web conferencing for teaching. Candidates must have a valid PE/Health certification for states including AK and AR and the ability to work up to 20 hours per week. The position offers a work-from-home flexible schedule but requires personal equipment and a reliable internet connection.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Work from home option

Qualifications

• Valid PE/Health Teaching Certification in OH, TN, AR, PA required.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours to support families.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the instructional program with web conferencing sessions.
• Provide prompt, high-quality, personalized feedback on assignments.
• Communicate regularly with students to monitor progress.

Skills

Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

Strong technology skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

PE/Health Teaching Certification

Completion of a traditional teacher preparation program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Adjunct PE/Health Teacher (OH, TN, AR, PA)

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always reexamining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology—and each other to surpass these boundaries—we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small.

Pearson Virtual Schools' K-12 group provides high-quality, highly accountable online education solutions to schools, school districts and students in grades K-12. It serves families and schools with a variety of digital learning and online school solutions including Connections Academy, International Connections Academy, and Pearson Connexus. In 2017, it delivered online learning to over 400,000 students in the U.S. and 48 countries. The group, formerly known as Connections Education, is based in Columbia, Maryland and has been named a “Top Workplace” by the Baltimore Sun for three consecutive years and a “Best Place to Work” by Baltimore magazine. Recognized for its outstanding curriculum, high-quality teachers and leadership, Pearson Virtual Schools is committed to expanding quality education through technology, and helping students achieve both academic and personal success.

Position Summary

Accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year.Our state certified virtual teachers manage online instructional programs for students around the country and across the globe. Teachers communicate regularly with students to ensure that each student successfully completes their instructional program. This is a work from home position. Compensation will be based on the specific course workload and number of enrolled students. Adjunct teachers are not provided with computer equipment but must have a reliable Internet connection.

Primary Responsibilities:

The PE/Health Adjunct Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Support the instructional program with synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions using Adobe Connect;
• Complete all grading by providing prompt, high-quality, personalized feedback on assignments;
• Communicate with students, and other teachers on a regular basis to update pacing plans/schedules for students as required;
• Use data to monitor successful completion of assignments and facilitate appropriate interactions with students that encourage consistent interaction with the course(s);
• Review curriculum and determine course modifications that will promote student achievement for those requiring accommodations through IEPs or 504 plans;
• Consult with team members and administrators to develop alternate enrichment activities and lesson modifications to increase student understanding and promote success for struggling or at-risk students through differentiation;
• Develop a general knowledge of the curriculum and a detailed knowledge of the courses for which you are responsible;
• Communicate regularly with students, using phone, Chat and our WebMail system;
• Adhere to all policies regarding protecting students' well-being and personal information, including following FERPA and Copyright & Fair Use laws;
• Keep student performance and information up-to-date by grading assessments in a timely manner, and logging all student and parent contacts;
• Utilize a variety of communication tools in the online environment to effectively build relationships and promote student success with students, teachers, colleagues, and other stakeholders;
• Foster community and use a welcoming, warm online voice that is inviting and supportive towards students and families;
• Other duties as assigned.

Pearson Virtual Schools i s focused on providing a flexible work environment to its employees, including the ability to work from home on a regular basis in most positions. We believe that flexibility in work/life balance is a critical part of our culture and employee satisfaction, and we are proud to provide to our employees the ability to work from anywhere, anytime. In exchange, we require that employees have the appropriate means to work remotely, including adherence to our work at home policies regarding home office setup, including but not limited to privacy of records, technology standards, equipment standards and expectations.

The following equipment will need to be provided by you, as a part-time employee:

• Computer (mouse, keyboard, webcam, microphone/speakers and/or headset), reliable high speed internet, and phone

Any valid PE/Health Teaching Certification in any of the following: OH, TN, AR, PA.

• Must have completedtraditional teacher preparation program(not alternative certification) at an accredited college or university
• Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested
• Log in daily to ensure emails, WebMail messages, and phone calls are returned within 24 hours
• Provide feedback to students in a timely manner and grade assessments within the required timeframe
• Attend check-in meetings with your supervisor twice per month (or as scheduled)
• Adjunct teachers can expect to work up to 20 hours per week, including regular office hours (minimum of 3 hours per week), grading assessments, and hosting synchronous online sessions for each course assigned
• Adherence to expectations for Adjunct Teachers, as directed
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed, to support some families
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication

Capabilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity
• Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting
• Strong technology skills (proficiency with Microsoft Office programs or Google Apps is preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong time management and organizational skills
• Customer focused approach and commitment to student achievement

Note: The anticipated starting salary for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $900 per year. Adjunct Teaching position will not be eligible for benefits.

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