Substitute Teacher - Math

Connections Academy; Jacksonville (AR); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An online education provider is hiring Math Substitute Teachers to support students across the U.S. in a part-time role. Candidates must be certified to teach Math in relevant states, possess strong communication and technology skills, and be available during school hours. This position offers flexibility to work from home, ensuring that all teaching activities occur in a distraction-free environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid certification to teach Math in any state.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment efficiently.
• Excellent attention to detail with time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Be available online for students, parents, and staff.
• Support students and parents with instructional strategies.
• Keep student records and data updated.

Skills

Highly qualified to teach Math

Excellent communication skills

Strong technology skills

Organizational skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning management systems

Google Apps

Job description

Overview

Accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Working from your secure and distraction-free home office, certified Math Substitute Teachers will support the learning program for students in Connections Academy schools across the country. Using the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools, the Math Substitute Teacher will consult frequently and regularly with students, Learning Coaches and school personnel to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. The Math Substitute Teacher will act as teacher of record at various Connections Academy schools during periods of short- or long-term absences or vacancies ranging from, but not limited to, 2-20 weeks, with the average assignment being 8-12 weeks in length. This is a part-time position with no benefits.

Responsibilities

When on assignment, be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the time zone of the school to:

• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update individualized learning plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and verify student learning.
• Complete all grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner, as instructed by the school.
• Support the instructional program through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons).
• Support students and parents with alternate instructional strategies, and assistance with daily assignments and projects.
• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and student logs.
• Work with counselors and special educators to ensure that individual student needs are met, providing frequent updates on student behaviors and activities in the classroom.
• When not on assignment, actively check email to remain informed of upcoming assignments and important Substitute Services updates.

Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing software, whether on or off assignment.

Complete required professional learning targeted at individual needs throughout the year.

Maintain active certifications.

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified to teach Math in any state. However, we are currently prioritizing the following states: AZ, CO, FL, IA, MI, MN, MO, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WY
• Multiple state certifications are a plus
• Ability to obtain certification in other states as needed
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home working environment where all business activities will occur
• When on assignment, must be available Monday through Friday during assigned school hours (typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school’s time zone)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity
• Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting
• Excellent attention to detail, and strong time management and organizational skills
• Proven commitment to student achievement
• Strong technology skills (experience with learning management systems, Microsoft Office programs, and Google Apps preferred)
• Reliable, high-speed internet access
• Microsoft OS- and Microsoft Office-equipped computer required (PC preferred)
• Customer-focused approach and team-player track record
• May not provide care for others during normal school hours while on assignment. Alternative care arrangements must be made
• May not be employed in another job during normal school hours while on assignment
• Complete required orientation and training programs within 30 days of hire, and at the beginning of each school year
• Ability to work occasional evening hours, as needed, to support some families
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication

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