High School Science Teacher - Great Lakes Learning Academy

Connections Education LLC; East Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Connections Education LLC seeks a certified High School Science Teacher to manage instructional programs from East Lansing or a home office. You will consult with learning coaches and students, conduct asynchronous and synchronous sessions, and ensure timely grading and progress reporting.

You will develop Personal Learning Plans, communicate with families, and collaborate with teachers to support student progress. Travel for in-person events is possible as needed.

Qualifications

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan.
• Michigan Residency preferred.
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office and Google Suite).
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Highly organized and punctual.
• Student and family focused approach.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment.
• Team player with cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to travel to and attend in-person events when required.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional program with asynchronous and synchronous sessions.
• Complete grading, progress reports, and parent conferences on time.
• Communicate with parents, students and teachers to develop Personal Learning Plans.
• Develop knowledge of curriculum and course specifics.
• Review curriculum and adapt presentations to improve understanding.
• Assist students and families with alternative strategies and daily assignments.
• Coordinate with staff for communications and progress tracking.
• Maintain accurate student records and logs.
• Collaborate to create enrichment activities and modifications as needed.
• Organize and participate in state testing and field trips.
• Assist with recruitment sessions and school events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching certification

Michigan residency

Strong communication

Highly organized

Team player

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Travel for events

Technology proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Working from our office in East Lansing, Michigan, or your home office, certified High School Science 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 their instructional program.

High School Science 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 entire program’s curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
• Communicate regularly with parents, students, and school staff through use of computer and telephone;
• 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;
• 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, team members, academic interventionists/specialists, and other staff members to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
• Work with staff to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
• Work with other teachers to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
• 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”;
• 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;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan
• Michigan Residency preferred
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student and family focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing is required throughout the school year, as determined by the school. This may require overnight travel.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
• Ability to work remotely, if necessary