Elementary Teacher

About the position

The Elementary Teacher at Stride Inc. is a highly qualified, state-certified educator responsible for delivering course content in an online environment. This role involves providing instruction, support, and guidance to students, managing the learning process, and focusing on individual student needs. Teachers monitor student progress and work closely with students and parents to achieve educational goals. The position requires occasional travel for school functions and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for students.
• Commit to personalizing learning for all students.
• Demonstrate a belief in all students' ability to succeed and meet high expectations.
• Differentiate instruction based on student level of mastery.
• Augment course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate tools under guidance from principal and coach.
• Maintain grade book ensuring student academic integrity and alert administrators to concerns about student performance.
• Prepare students for high stakes standardized tests.
• Establish and maintain positive rapport with families and communicate regularly with students and learning coaches.
• Support learning coaches/parents with curricular and instructional issues in a virtual classroom environment.
• Travel as required for professional development and student testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Active state teaching license
• Ability to clear required background check

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with proposed age group
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
• Experience teaching in an online or brick-and-mortar environment
• Experience with online learning platforms
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers
• Receptive to receiving coaching regularly
• Ability to embrace change and adapt
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to earn an annual bonus