Social Studies Teacher (6th-12th Grade )

Dove Science Academy; Warr Acres (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dove Virtual Academy (DVA) seeks a dedicated educator in Oklahoma to plan and deliver engaging instruction for diverse learners. You will collaborate with colleagues, assess curricular needs, and maintain records while fostering student growth.

In-person duties 4 days a week Monday through Thursday are required, with a focus on meeting school goals and communicating effectively with families. Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree and a preferred Oklahoma teaching certificate.

Qualifications

• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities engaging students.
• Identify and adapt resources for diverse learners and needs.
• Maintain accurate record-keeping and communication with families.
• Demonstrate professional and ethical standards in all interactions.
• Meet school-wide goals and support student growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to meaningful learning.
• Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources for diverse learners.
• Assist in assessing curricular needs and propose improvements.
• Maintain efficient record-keeping procedures.
• Foster a positive environment encouraging student engagement.
• Communicate with students, parents, and professionals within timelines.
• Collaborate with peers through team activities and staff development.
• Model professional ethics when dealing with stakeholders.
• Ensure student growth aligns with age group and program.
• Meet course and school performance goals; show gains in student performance.
• May tutor or lead extracurricular activities; meet professional obligations on time.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Strong work ethic

Prioritizing and time management

Adaptability to workflows

Edgenuity experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Oklahoma teaching certificate preferred

Tools

Edgenuity

Job description

• Must come to the office in person 4 days Monday-Thursday.

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.