Virtual ELL Teacher

Accel-Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCEL Schools seeks a licensed K-12 teacher to lead online instruction for the Virtual Preparatory Academy of Arizona. The role includes delivering live lessons, organizing course setup in the LMS, and providing daily feedback while supporting student achievement.

Travel for state testing and student events is required several times per year, and collaboration with the Principal to report progress is essential. Arizona residency is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active state teaching license in the appropriate content area.
• SEI endorsement required.
• Knowledge of Arizona State Standards and Common Core Standards.
• Experience in a growth-focused coaching environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor.
• Meet goals related to student achievement and culture.
• Deliver live lessons via web conference based on student needs.
• Complete course setup in the LMS and monitor progress.
• Provide daily feedback and grades for asynchronous courses.
• Maintain regular contact with students and families.
• Prepare Progress Reports with Principal and adjust instruction based on data.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Create a joyful, caring classroom environment and integrate culturally responsive practices.
• Participate in non-instructional activities and attend events in person as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Confidential information handling

Classroom supervision

Background checks clearance

Cultural sensitivity

Adaptability

Education

Arizona State Teaching License

SEI Endorsement

Knowledge of State Standards & Common Core Standards

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Arizona is a K-12 tuition-free online public school in the state of Arizona. At VPA Arizona, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them – using innovative technology at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace.

We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods. Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.

Eligibility: Open to residents of Arizona

About the Opportunity

• Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor
• Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals
• Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices
• Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System
• Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily
• Track and maintain contact with each student
• Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students
• Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction
• Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students
• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues
• Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond
• Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
• Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings
• Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person
• Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues
• Travel to support required face to face state testing annually
• Perform other duties as assigned

About You

• Current state teaching license in appropriate content area
• Must have an SEI (Structured English Immersion) Endorsement
• Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
• Preferred two years’ experience teaching
• High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
• High quality written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
• Ability to properly manage confidential information
• Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time
• Ability to supervise students in all school settings
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
• Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred

About Us

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

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