Secondary Teacher, Social Studies (9-12) (27783758)

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Stellar Virtual is seeking a Secondary Social Studies teacher to deliver high-quality online instruction with a focus on standards alignment and student engagement. The role requires experience in virtual teaching, strong communication, and the ability to create dynamic online lessons for diverse learners.

You will conduct live sessions, develop recorded activities, and collaborate with the Department Chair to support student success in a remote setting across the Lone Star Virtual Academy

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of secondary teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements in Social Studies.
• Experience with virtual/online teaching and digital tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Deliver virtual Social Studies instruction aligned with standards.
• Develop and adapt curriculum for diverse online learners.
• Foster an engaging online learning environment and manage behavior.
• Lead live sessions and prepare recorded activities with department support.
• Provide timely feedback on assignments and assessments.
• Maintain clear communication with families and stakeholders.
• Participate in professional development and stay current on best practices.

Skills

Digital teaching

Student engagement

Curriculum adaptation

Remote teaching

Communication

Time management

Data-driven instruction

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Position Details

• Reporting Manager: Instructional Supervisor, Social Studies
• Status: Salary, Exempt
• Type: Regular, Full-Time (12 Months)
• Program: Lone Star Virtual Academy (TX)

Overview

As a Secondary Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional virtual education to secondary school students. This position requires experience and knowledge in Social Studies but also a deep understanding of virtual teaching methodologies, technology integration, and the ability to inspire and engage students in an online setting.

Essential Duties

• Develop and adapt curriculum materials that align with state standards and cater to the diverse learning styles and needs of virtual students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive online learning environment, implementing effective strategies for student engagement, participation, and behavior management.
• Utilize innovative and interactive teaching methods to deliver engaging Social Studies lessons, incorporating multimedia resources, discussion forums, and collaborative activities during live sessions during scheduled learning activities.
• Participate in live learning sessions, in addition to preparing recorded learning activities, for all students, with support from the designated Department Chair.
• Design, administer, and assess student assignments, projects, and exams.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to guide students in their academic progress.
• Offer additional support and resources to students who may require extra assistance, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to succeed.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress, addressing concerns, and collaborating on strategies to support student success.
• Stay informed about best practices in online education, Social Studies curriculum developments, and virtual teaching methodologies.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
• You will play a key role in our collective success by proactively pivoting to support emerging business needs and strategic priorities directed by your manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• A minimum of 2 years of successful educational experience, including secondary classroom teaching.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Desire to put students first.
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned.
• Commitment to data-driven instructional practices.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to the virtual learning environment.
• Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) in a professional or academic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas via written channels (Email, Google Chat, and Document Comments) with high clarity and low ambiguity.
• Access to a private, secure, high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds.

Education & Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university;
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements in Social Studies or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI).

Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only)

• Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
• Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option.
• 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment
• Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25)
• 11 Company-paid Holidays

Employment "At-Will" Statement: For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.