Substitute Teacher

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Part-time Pennsylvania substitute teacher delivering virtual instruction for Connections Academy students. Managing online lessons, grading, learning plans, records, and parent communication from a home office.

Responsibilities:

  • Virtually support the learning program for students in Connections Academy schools across the country
  • Act as teacher of record during short- or long-term teacher absences or vacancies, typically assignments of 2–20 weeks and averaging 8–12 weeks
  • Be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday during assigned school hours
  • Communicate regularly with parents, students, and teachers
  • Develop and update individualized learning plans and schedules
  • Provide feedback on student work and suggest instructional approaches and strategies
  • Monitor assignment completion and verify student learning
  • Complete grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences
  • Support synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons)
  • Assist students and parents with alternate instructional strategies, daily assignments, and projects
  • Maintain current student records and data, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and student logs
  • Collaborate with counselors and special educators to meet individual student needs
  • Provide updates on student behaviors and classroom activities
  • Check email regularly when not on assignment for upcoming assignments and Substitute Services updates
  • Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing
  • Complete required professional learning throughout the year
  • Maintain active certifications

Requirements:

  • Must be highly qualified and hold a valid and active full state teaching certification
  • Multiple state certifications a plus
  • Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested
  • Ability to obtain additional clearances as requested
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • Dedicated, distraction-free home working environment where all business activities will occur
  • Availability Monday through Friday during assigned school hours, typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school’s time zone, for long-term assignments
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment requiring flexibility, prioritization, self-direction, and creativity
  • Understanding of IEP/504 plans and virtual implementation
  • 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, 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 required
  • 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
  • Two-step authentication required to log in to all systems if offered the job

Benefits:

  • No benefits (explicitly stated as a part-time position with no benefits)