Full-Time Instructor - ELA (BA and BX Certification Required)

Michigan Virtual; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Virtual is seeking a full-time ELA/Social Studies Instructor to guide and support students across Michigan in a fully online, standards-aligned environment. The role is hybrid with the Lansing office and requires 8 AM–4 PM workdays, 2–5 in-person days per month in Lansing.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering content, communicating with students and families, collaborating with staff, and using Michigan Virtual course materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate in specific content area with Highly Qualified status.
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching at middle or high school level.
• Master's degree or higher preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, video conference tools, LMS and related learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and delivers instructional activities aligned to state standards for content areas (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Electives, World Language).
• Maintains regular communications during standard business hours and replies within 24 hours.
• Collaborates with staff weekly to adjust curriculum and provide feedback on student progress.
• Provides timely feedback and assessments within specified timeframes (72 hours; 96 hours for certain courses).
• Maintains accurate records of student progress and engagement in online forums and other assessments.
• Delivers instruction primarily from home with periodic in-person meetings 2–5 times per month in Lansing.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Collaboration

Time management

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate (Highly Qualified)

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing tools

LMS

Job description

FULL-TIME POSITION

Reports To: Assistant Director of Instructional Support and Special Education

Department/Team: Learning Services/Instruction

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Location: Hybrid - Lansing Office, Lansing, MI

Starting Salary Range: $46,000 - $49,000 annually

Must have BA or BX teaching certifications in the State of Michigan.

Michigan Virtual is hiring a Full-time ELA/Social Studies Instructor Instructor to guide and support students from across the state in a fully online, standards-aligned environment.

If you're passionate about student success and ready to make an impact from your home office, we very much welcome your application!

• Remote with 2-5x monthly in-person collaboration in Lansing
• 12-month salaried role | 8 AM - 4 PM weekdays

Position Summary

Plans, organizes, and delivers an instructional program that has been developed and aligned to state standards. Feedback is provided by the instructor in an online environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. This position requires daytime work Monday-Friday (8:00 am 4:00 pm) with students from multiple Michigan schools. Models professional and ethical standards in interactions with students, parents, peers, and community. Maintains professional expertise with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities. The successful candidate will be required to deliver instruction in specific content areas (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Electives, or World Language) using Michigan Virtual course materials already created by our Instructional Design Team. The teacher will be required to provide academic support to approximately 400 students per year enrolled in a variety of courses at varying levels of complexity. This is a twelve-month instructional position, with instruction in courses and additional curriculum and course development work. Must successfully complete the Onboarding Course. Full-time instructors will work primarily from home but will be required to attend meetings at the Lansing office on a regular basis ranging from 2-5 mandatory days per month.

About Michigan Virtual

Michigan Virtual is a Lansing-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing education through research, innovation, policy, and digital learning solutions.

Our mission is to maximize learning and teaching by bringing together the best in people and technology.

Our vision is to be Michigan's leader in innovation in education.

We serve over 300 full- and part-time employees who are passionate about making a difference for students, educators, and families across Michigan.

Our Culture

• We believe in a culture of caring. At Michigan Virtual, every team member is welcomed, heard, and valued.
• Our monthly Culture Committee creates opportunities for connection, reviews staff feedback, and champions a positive workplace.
• We emphasize professional growth and continuous learning for all of our employees.
• Our highly collaborative workplace fosters opportunities to use your unique skills, abilities and perspectives in service of our partners and constituents.

Strategic Focus

Our strategic plan guides us through 2030 as we help shape a more flexible and equitable K12 education system in Michigan.

To learn more, visit: https://michiganvirtual.org/about/strategic-plan/

Work That Makes a Difference. Culture That Makes It Possible.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and delivers instructional activities and supplemental materials that facilitate actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences for all Michigan Virtual students in content area(s).
• Maintains regular communications with other Michigan Virtual staff, students, parents, and school personnel during standard business hours and replies within 24 hours.
• Collaborates face-to-face and virtually with Michigan Virtual staff weekly and/or as needed to facilitate communication, monitor and adjust curriculum and instruction based upon student needs and provide Michigan Virtual appropriate feedback on student progress.
• Provides appropriate feedback, grading and assessment of student work within 72 hours (96 hours for courses in English Language Arts, Advanced Placement, and select social studies courses).
• Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development including assessment, evaluation, and active participation in online discussion forums among other assessment types to support learning, as well as ensuring contact with students on a regular basis regarding their progress.
• Engages in the development of a virtual class culture which includes but is not limited to weekly course announcements for students.
• Updates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law and school regulations including tracking documents related to Special Education requirements.
• Prepares required monthly progress updates, attendance, and academic reports on student performance and activities on an ongoing basis to ensure all stakeholders are appropriately informed and submit final term scores within one (1) week of the end of the term.
• Actively engaged and participates in Michigan Virtual instructional meetings including Synergy, department meetings, and annual PD events.
• Participates in making recommendations for revisions to courses, revising course content and other assigned projects aimed at maintaining or improving the quality of course curricula.
• Contributes to the development and presentation of PD materials for Michigan Virtual internal and external stakeholders.
• Leverages AI tools, where appropriate, to enhance efficiency and creativity in daily workflows, while exercising professional judgment to ensure accuracy, ethics, and data privacy.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• All work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, & LICENSES (minimum Requirements)

• Bachelor's degree
• Possesses and maintains a valid Secondary Teaching Michigan Certificate in specific content area (Certification) with designation of Highly Qualified status

High-speed Internet connection at home office

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (minimum Requirements)

• Minimum of three years of successful teaching at the middle or high school level
• Additional experience related to education, such as curriculum alignment and writing, or prior online teaching experience

DESIRED EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree or higher preferred
• Successful experience teaching online and/or in a blended learning environment preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (minimum Requirements)

Possesses strong oral and written communication skills

• Works independently with little direct supervision
• Works collaboratively with others
• Accepts responsibility, self-motivated and holds a growth mindset
• Flexible work habits, tech savvy, problem-solver, innovative thinker
• Positive attitude and student-centered focus
• Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve academic goals Displays effective multitasking and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, video conference tools, LMS, and other learning tools
• Demonstrated working knowledge of articifial intelligence (AI) tools and applications relevant to the role, with the ability to use AI appropriately to support productivity, create new value, strengthen human connections, and improve work processes.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of stakeholders, students, teachers, and staff
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT And/or PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom setting. This role involves working at a computer, participating in virtual and in-person meetings, and communicating with students, colleagues, and external parties.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
• Employees may need to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and use standard office equipment.

Must be a Michigan resident.

Michigan Virtual is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need reasonable accommodation or support to succeed in this role, please contact Human Resources to discuss your needs.

Employment Contingencies

• Submit to a criminal fingerprinting background check (conducted by outside party).
• Submit and pass pre-employment substance abuse testing, if requested.
• Provide a photocopy of their valid driver's license for tax purposes.
• Present a Social Security Card for name verification and payroll purposes.
• Sign a copy of the Michigan Virtual Non-disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement and Michigan Virtual Acceptable Use Policy for Computing Resources.

Michigan Virtual is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.