Social Studies Teacher (6th-12th Grade )

DOVE Virtual Academy; Warr Acres (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DOVE Virtual Academy in Oklahoma is seeking an instructor to design and deliver engaging online and in-person lessons at our charter school. The role requires in-person presence four days a week, with focus on student-centered learning and meeting performance goals.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree, preferably with an Oklahoma teaching certificate, and can adapt resources for diverse learning styles while maintaining thorough records and collaborative practices with staff and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Oklahoma teaching certificate preferred.
• Experience with Edgenuity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and implement instructional activities for engaged learning.
• Adapt resources for diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Assess curricular needs and propose improvements.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Foster a positive, student-centered learning environment.
• Communicate with students, families, and colleagues on timelines.
• Collaborate with peers through team-teaching and meetings.
• Model professional ethics and standards with students and families.
• Support student growth and meet course goals.
• May tutor or supervise extracurricular activities.
• Meet professional obligations with timely work and respect for others.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate preferred

Tools

Edgenuity

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be an Oklahoma Resident
• Must come to the office in person 4 days Monday-Thursday.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Oklahoma Professional Teaching Certificate Preferred

Essential Position Functions:

• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement
• Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Communicate with students, parents, and internal and external professionals within established timelines
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities that include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice, and various committees
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community members
• Ensure that student growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification
• Meet specific course and school-wide student performance goals
• Demonstrate gains in student performance
• May be responsible for instructional tutoring and extracurricular activities
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others
• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)

Knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on group projects and work as part of a team
• Must be responsible, accountable, and self-motivated
• Demonstrated a strong work ethic to achieve school goals
• Display effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills; ability to meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to learn and apply all required and recommended DVA computer applications to create efficiency and consistency in internal workflows and instructional practices
• Demonstrated ability to successfully support the DVA core competencies, values, and expectations for student-centered behaviors.
• Experience with Edgenuity.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Frequency of travel: Occasional travel may be required.
• Light physical activities and efforts are required while working in an office environment

Dove Virtual Academy (DVA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school authorized by the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board and fully accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. www.dovevirtual.org

Our Mission is to deliver a high-quality, technology-based education that provides the skills and knowledge students need for success.

DVA does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Instructor provides an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. The Instructor organizes and implements an instructional program that results in students achieving academic success in accordance with DVA and Oklahoma State policies and laws.