Remote Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Connections Academy; York (York County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Responsibilities include asynchronous/synchronous instruction, grading, parent communications, collaboration with PLCs, and developing Personal Learning Plans. The role emphasizes flexibility and strong remote-work capabilities.

Qualifications

• Highly qualified and certified to teach Middle School and/or High School in Pennsylvania.
• Endorsements in EL or multiple 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.
• 2-step authentication is required to login to all systems if given a job offer.

Responsibilities

• 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 on PLCs 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.
• 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.

Skills

Communication

Technology skills

Organization

Remote work ability

Student-centric

Time management

Education

PA teaching certification

Endorsements in EL or multiple subjects

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Responsibilities include asynchronous/synchronous instruction, grading, parent communications, collaboration with PLCs, and developing Personal Learning Plans. The role emphasizes flexibility and strong remote-work capabilities.