High School - 9-12 - Math Teacher at Pearson: 100% Remote (PA)

Title: Pennwood Cyber Charter School - High School (9-12) Math Teacher

Location: York United States

Job category: Teaching

Requisition number: PENNW017914

  • Full-time
  • Remote
  • Locations

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    Home-based, PA
    2951 Whiteford Road Suite 204
    York, PA 17402, USA

Job Description:

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Pennwood Cyber Charter School seeks high-quality, state certified teachers to serve as the staff of Pennwood. Working from a home office in Pennsylvania, certified Teachers virtually manage instructional programming at Pennwood Cyber Charter School using the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools. Teachers consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes their instructional program. Teachers collaborate with all staff to ensure the school's cyber learning program is successful for all students.

Key Responsibilities of the Secondary Teacher

  • Contribute to a culture of achievement by supporting the instructional program with asynchronous and synchronous instruction in whole group, small group and 1-1 settings;
  • Complete all grading, lesson preparation, student and parent communications in a timely manner;
  • Collaborate with other teachers (i.e. PLCs) on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, refine instructional approaches and strategies;
  • Develop a general knowledge of the K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
  • Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lesson content to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
  • Support students and parents with alternate strategies and help with daily assignments and projects;
  • Communicate regularly with parents and students, through use of the Learning Management System and telephone;
  • Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and student and parent contacts and communications;
  • Consult with other teachers, school staff and leadership team to develop enrichment activities and modifications to students' programs to increase student understanding and engagement;
  • Work with the Engagement and Counseling Departments to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate and timely communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
  • Support Individualized Education Plans for students in courses for which responsible;
  • Engage in professional development;
  • Devise and implement cyber methods of creating and maintaining a "school community" in courses for which responsible;
  • Work with other teachers and school staff to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
  • Manage field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
  • Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for students and families;
  • Participate in the organization and administration of the State Assessments and other school events as directed;
  • Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
  • Other duties as assigned.

Capabilities

Customer Centric - Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for the customer. Builds strong relationships with school staff, students and families and uses those to improve their experience and outcomes.

Communications - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate. Confident Public Speaker. Produces high-quality written communications.

Works well in a matrix - Models collaboration, solves problems efficiently and constructively with peers, builds trust and support. Agile and flexible in day-to-day operations and duties. Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment

Takes personal responsibility - Can be relied on to complete tasks timely and well, demonstrates "ownership" regardless of the outcome, proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities. Shows a commitment to goal-directed management and accountability

Requirements

  • Highly qualified and certified to teach Middle School and/or High School in Pennsylvania
  • Endorsements in EL or multiple subject areas a plus
  • Pennsylvania residency
  • Experience teaching in a cyber learning environment a plus
  • Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Highly organized and punctual
  • Student-centric
  • High degree of flexibility and agility
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
  • Evidenced team player track record
  • Willingness to travel for state testing, school and marketing events (may require overnight travel)
  • Ability to work occasional evening hours, as needed to support students and families
  • Ability to effectively work remotely
  • Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer.

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