Pennwood Cyber Charter School – Elementary Teacher (25/26 SY)

Connections Academy; York (York County); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online educational institution seeks a high-quality certified Elementary Teacher to provide virtual instruction and support to K-12 students. The role includes managing instructional programs effectively while working with students and parents from a home office in Pennsylvania. Candidates must have strong communication skills, technology proficiency, and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Certified Elementary Teacher in Pennsylvania.
• Experience teaching in a cyber learning environment is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional program with both synchronous and asynchronous teaching.
• Complete grading and prepare lessons in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other teachers to develop Personal Learning Plans.

Skills

Strong technology skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly organized

Customer-centric

Agility in fast-paced environment

Education

Elementary teaching certification in Pennsylvania

Endorsements in EL or Special Education

Tools

Microsoft Office products

Google Suite

Job description

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Pennwood Cyber Charter School seeks high-quality, state certified teachers to serve as the staff of Pennwood. Working from a home office in Pennsylvania, certified Teachers virtually manage instructional programming at Pennwood Cyber Charter School using the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools. Teachers consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes their instructional program. Teachers collaborate with all staff to ensure the school’s cyber learning program is successful for all students.

Key Responsibilities of the Elementary Teacher

• Contribute to a culture of achievement by supporting the instructional program with asynchronous and synchronous instruction in whole group, small group and 1-1 settings;
• Complete all grading, lesson preparation, student and parent communications in a timely manner;
• Collaborate with other teachers (i.e. PLCs) on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, refine instructional approaches and strategies;
• Develop a general knowledge of the K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lesson content to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and help with daily assignments and projects;
• Communicate regularly with parents and students, through use of the Learning Management System and telephone;
• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and student and parent contacts and communications;
• Consult with other teachers, school staff and leadership team to develop enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding and engagement;
• Work with the Engagement and Counseling Departments to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate and timely communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
• Support Individualized Education Plans for students in courses for which responsible;
• Engage in professional development;
• Devise and implement cyber methods of creating and maintaining a “school community” in courses for which responsible;
• Work with other teachers and school staff to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
• Manage field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for students and families;
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Assessments and other school events as directed;
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
• Other duties as assigned.

Capabilities

Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for the customer. Builds strong relationships with school staff, students and families and uses those to improve their experience and outcomes.

Communications - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate. Confident Public Speaker. Produces high-quality written communications.

Works well in a matrix - Models collaboration, solves problems efficiently and constructively with peers, builds trust and support. Agile and flexible in day-to-day operations and duties. Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment

Takes personal responsibility – Can be relied on to complete tasks timely and well, demonstrates “ownership” regardless of the outcome, proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities. Shows a commitment to goal-directed management and accountability

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified Elementary teacher in Pennsylvania
• Endorsements in EL, Special Education or certification in secondary subject areas a plus
• Pennsylvania residency
• Experience teaching in a cyber learning environment a plus
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student-centric
• High degree of flexibility and agility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Evidenced team player track record
• Willingness to travel for state testing, school and marketing events (may require overnight travel)
• Ability to work occasional evening hours, as needed to support students and families
• Ability to effectively work remotely
• If given a job offer, please note that 2-step authentication is required for all systems.

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