High School ELA Teacher - Indiana Connections Academy

Connections Academy; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to providing quality virtual education to students across Indiana. As a High School ELA Teacher, you will play a vital role in managing instructional programs from your home office, utilizing technology to enhance learning experiences. This position offers the opportunity to create personalized learning plans, engage with students and families, and collaborate with fellow educators to foster a supportive learning environment. If you are passionate about education and technology, this role is perfect for you, allowing you to make a significant impact in the lives of students while enjoying the flexibility of a home-based position.

Qualifications

• Must be highly qualified and certified in Indiana.
• Strong technology skills required, especially with Microsoft and Google tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage instructional programs and support students through various tools.
• Communicate regularly with parents and develop Personal Learning Plans.
• Collaborate with other teachers to ensure student progress.

Skills

Microsoft OS

MS Office programs

Google Suite

Excellent communication skills

Customer focused approach

Flexibility

Team player

Education

Indiana Teaching Certification

Job description

High School ELA Teacher - Indiana Connections Academy

Job Category: Teaching

Requisition Number: HIGHS016784

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• Posted : May 1, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

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Home-based, IN
6640 Intech Blvd #101
Indianapolis, IN 46278, USA

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.

Indiana Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Working from your home office in Indiana, certified Teachers will 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 their instructional program.

The High School ELA Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
• 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;
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that parents have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the teachers;
• Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
• 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 all student and parent contacts;
• Consult with other teachers and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
• Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
• Work with Advisory Teachers and School Counselors to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified in Indiana
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS, MS Office programs, and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• 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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