Virtual Math Teacher, Grades 7-12 - Indiana Statewide

Our Mission: The mission of the Hoosier College and Career Academy is to provide personalized, virtual learning opportunities to all Indiana students regardless of circumstances and abilities. Our Vision: Through virtual platforms, research-based academic standards, and meaningful partnerships, we will prepare today’s learners for tomorrow’s ever-changing career and academic opportunities. Join with us in helping students in grades 7-12 reach their true potential and enjoy teaching from the comfort and safety of your home! Signing bonuses are available for some positions. Virtual Math Teacher, Grades 7-12 - Indiana Statewide Hoosier College and Career Academy SUMMARY: The position of teacher at Hoosier College and Career Academy is a highly qualified, state-certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in a face-to-face and/or an on-line environment. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree AND
• Three (3) years of teaching experience AND
• Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT)

Preferred Qualifications:

• On-line teaching experience
• High Ability, Special Education or other endorsements
• Certificates and Licenses: Active Indiana state teaching certification for appropriate content area and grade level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Learns the entire K12 curriculum for assigned grade levels and is able to demonstrate knowledge of how state standards align with it;
• Understands how both diverse and unique characteristics of students and their families impact required support;
• Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools;
• Create, develop and submit lesson plans weekly;
• Orients students to their course, communicates requirements, sets and enforces deadlines, maintains regular office hours and conducts instructional sessions;
• Takes ownership for student’s academic progress and attendance communicating high expectations and showing active interest in student’s achievement;
• Collaborates with grade-level team, administration, interventionists, Special Education teachers and instructional coaches regarding instruction, resources, interventions and data-driven decision making to support student success
• Provides instruction to help students master K12 curricular objectives
• Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests;
• Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with students and learning coaches/parents to keep them adequately apprised of the student’s progress and issues;
• Supports learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues in a virtual classroom environment, balancing the flexibility of the K12 curriculum with proper enforcement of Academy policies and procedures;
• Grades submitted, required student work and maintains grade book;
• Generates formal and informal reports regarding student progress, alerting administrators to concerns about student performance and progress;
• Creates and manages a home office;
• Supports students and learning coaches with the set-up and maintenance of their learning environment including basic computer troubleshooting.
• Utilizes data analysis and data driven instruction
• Follows Staff Handbook expectations

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned.

• Proctors site-based exams;
• Follow the Community Events Policy in Staff handbook
• Collects and analyzes formative and summative assessments
• Teaches scheduled Class Connect sessions for specific subject areas and homeroom
• Collaborates with peers in order to provide a positive experience for students;
• Builds community by contributing to school message boards, newsletters and events;
• Travels to and participates in staff meetings, school outings, marketing events, state testing, professional development sessions, and other experiences;
• Maintains records regarding students in accordance with school policy and state requirements; prepares reports regarding students and classroom matters as directed;
• Provides direct instruction to students as needed
• Participates in committees as required.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal skills emphasizing tact, promptness, patience and courtesy; ability to establish a professional, effective rapport with students
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, Power Point and Outlook, as well as Internet research methods and report writing techniques; Utilizes computer software associated with curriculum; obtains additional training in technology as required
• Able to read data and determine what steps are needed to assist students academically on an individual and/or classroom basis
• Able to adapt learning plans to meet different needs and learning styles; create an instructional and whole class environment favorable to learning and personal growth
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Demonstrates the use of good judgment in decision-making
• Great organizational and time management skills
• Customer service orientation to include promptness and appropriateness of responses to needs and requests of students and learning coaches
• Understanding of applicable sections of the State Education Code and other pertinent regulations
• Obtains additional licensing as required
• Ability to travel within and between assigned geographic areas to support students;
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings and participate in school activities, open houses and orientations
• Ability to pass required background check

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