Tech Ed Teacher - Minnesota Connections Academy

Connections Education LLC; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Connections Academy in Minnesota is seeking a certified Teacher to manage instructional programs from home or our office in St. Paul.

The role requires regular consultation with learning coaches and students to ensure successful completion of the instructional program. The Secondary Teacher will grade, report progress, conduct conferences, and support both asynchronous and synchronous sessions while collaborating with other teachers to meet student goals and tailor lessons to

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to teach in Minnesota (appropriate to grade level and content responsibilities).
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong technology skills with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Grade assignments, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences.
• Support the instructional program with asynchronous and synchronous sessions.
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to improve student understanding.
• Communicate with parents, students and teachers to develop Personal Learning Plans and schedules.
• Coordinate field trips and integrate them into curriculum.
• Participate in State Testing organization and administration.

Skills

Tech Ed License

Minnesota teaching certification

Strong technology skills

Excellent communication

Flexible / adaptable

Remote work capable

Education

Minnesota teaching certification

Tools

Microsoft Windows

MS Office

Job description

School Summary

Minnesota Connections Academy (MNCA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school for students in grades K-12 throughout Minnesota. MNCA is a member of the Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS), a K-12 academic community. MNCA is a state-approved online program operated through a contract with Connections Academy of Minnesota, LLC, to provide the educational program and other services. MNCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting division of AdvancED.

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

Working from your home or from our office in St. Paul, Minnesota, certified Teachers will manage instructional programs. Through 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. A Tech Ed License is preferred. The Secondary Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects;
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that parents have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the teachers;
• Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
• Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone;
• Keep student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and parent contacts;
• Consult with other teachers and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
• Work with other teachers to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
• Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
• 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;
• Work with Advisory Teachers and School counselor to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Tech Ed License is preferred.
• Highly qualified and certified to teach in Minnesota (appropriate to grade level and content area responsibilities).
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs).
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Customer focused approach.
• High degree of flexibility.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment.
• Team player track record.
• Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing 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 an email address for two-step authentication.

Note: The anticipated starting salary for Minnesota-based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $42,000-$57,000 per year. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at Career Benefits - Connections Academy

Minnesota 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.