High School Math Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Education - Duluth, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Duluth, GA

Educational Services

About the position

The High School Math Teacher at Georgia Connections Academy is responsible for managing the instructional program for students in a virtual setting. This role involves implementing research-based instructional practices, developing curriculum, grading assignments, and fostering positive relationships with students and their families. The position is a term of project role, contingent on student enrollment, and may be extended based on the school's needs.

Responsibilities

• Managing the instructional program for students.
• Implementing researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.
• Cultivating students' interest in education and development.
• Developing curriculum to meet developmental goals and instructional activities.
• Grading assignments in a timely manner and measuring progress of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis, providing progress reports as required.
• Evaluating students' progress and evaluating data to develop appropriate instructional strategies.
• Creating positive relationships with students through frequent contacts via phone calls, webmail, and LiveLesson.
• Creating positive relationships with caretakers and families through phone calls and webmail.
• Working collaboratively with learning team and department.
• Communicating effectively with all members of the school district and community.
• Attending all in-person events and meetings, as required.
• Attending all state testing, as required.

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified to teach Secondary Math in Georgia.
• Experience teaching in a virtual classroom.
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite).
• Exceptional customer service skills with a student and family focused approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Highly organized and punctual.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player track record.

Nice-to-haves

• In-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational requirements.
• Competent professional with excellent presentation and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance