South Carolina Connections Academy - Elementary Teacher, 2025-2026 School Year

Connections Academy; South Carolina; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Elementary Teacher to join their innovative online education team. This role offers the unique opportunity to work from home while guiding K-12 students through their educational journey. As a certified teacher, you will leverage technology to create engaging learning experiences and support students and families in achieving their academic goals. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students across South Carolina, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to inclusivity and excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Certification to teach Early Childhood and/or Elementary grades in SC.
• Strong technology skills, especially with MS Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage instructional programs virtually and support students with assignments.
• Communicate regularly with parents and develop Personal Learning Plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Technology Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Focus

Flexibility

Education

Teaching Certification in Early Childhood and/or Elementary Education

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

Elementary Teacher - South Carolina Connections Academy

Job Category: Teaching

Requisition Number: SOUTH016659

Posted: March 4, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location

Home Based - South Carolina
South Carolina, USA

South Carolina Connections Academy (SCCA) is a tuition-free, K–12 online public school. The school was launched in 2008–09 under contract to the South Carolina Connections Academy Charter School. SCCA is South Carolina’s very first virtual charter school, authorized by the Erskine Charter School District. The school serves students in grades K–12 from anywhere in South Carolina.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Working from your home or from Columbia, South Carolina, certified Teachers will “virtually” manage instructional programs. Through the use of the telephone, Internet, and various curriculum tools, they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.

The Elementary Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
• Complete all grading, create progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
• Communicate with parents, students, and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and coach special projects;
• Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the grades for which responsible;
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
• Keep student records and data up-to-date, including online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging of all student and parent contacts;
• Consult with team members and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
• Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families;
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Certified to teach Early Childhood and/or Elementary grades in South Carolina (appropriate to grade level responsibilities)
• Strong technology skills (especially with MS Office programs and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Customer-focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Team player track record
• Willingness to travel on occasion for school and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
• Ability to work remotely, if necessary
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for 2-step authentication.

South Carolina Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.