Elementary Teacher, 6th Grade
Posted 13hrs ago
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Job Description
Sixth-grade teacher delivering instruction and student support remotely for Kansas Connections Academy, a tuition-free online K–12 public school. Managing grading, learning plans, testing, and family communication.
Responsibilities:
- Consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure successful completion of instructional programs
- Support the instructional program through asynchronous web conferencing and synchronous instruction
- Complete grading and conduct parent conferences
- Communicate with parents, students, and teachers to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules
- Provide feedback on student work and suggest instructional approaches and strategies
- Monitor assignment completion and coach special projects
- Maintain knowledge of the K-12 curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned grades
- Provide alternate strategies and additional assistance with assignments and projects
- Maintain current student records, attendance accounting, and student and parent contact logs
- Collaborate with team members and staff learning specialists on enrichment activities and program modifications
- Create and maintain a virtual school community
- Proctor benchmark and diagnostic tests
- Participate in State Testing as directed
- Attend field trips and community activities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Highly qualified and certified to teach grade 6 in Kansas
- Applicants with a current teaching license from another state will be considered, provided they can transfer or obtain a Kansas teaching license upon hire
- Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly organized and punctual
- Student- and family-focused approach
- High degree of flexibility
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- Track record as a team player
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and diverse community members
- Ability to work remotely while traveling occasionally for in-person meetings and testing
- Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
Benefits:
- Tuition-free K-12 online public school environment
- Remote/home-based work from Kansas
- Occasional travel for in-person meetings and testing









