6th Grade (Social Studies & Science) - Indiana Connections Academy
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,700.00 - $58,800.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work schedule
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Indiana Connections Academy (INCA) is a reputable tuition-free, virtual public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade throughout Indiana. Authorized by Ball State University and overseen by an independent Board of Directors, INCA operates as a nonprofit corporation under the management of Connections Academy of Indiana, LLC. Since its founding in 2010 as part of the Indiana Department of Education Virtual School Pilot Program, INCA has grown and evolved to become a full-fledged charter school accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting division of AdvancED. This accreditation underscores the school's... Show More
Job Requirements
- Highly qualified and certified to teach 6th grade elementary social studies and science in Indiana
- Belief that all students can and will learn
- Strong technology skills especially with Microsoft OS, MS Office programs, and Google Suite
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Highly organized and punctual
- Customer focused approach
- High degree of flexibility
- Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
- Team player track record
- Willingness to travel occasionally for marketing and state testing events, may require overnight travel
- Ability to work some occasional evening hours as needed to support some families
- Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for 2-step authentication
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
- Indiana state teaching certification for 6th grade elementary social studies and science
- Experience with virtual teaching or online learning environments preferred
- Strong instructional and classroom management skills
- Ability to develop and implement personalized learning plans
- Effective use of educational technology tools and platforms
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and student success
- Experience in student assessment and data management
Job Duties
- Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction
- Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner
- Communicate with parents, students and other teachers regularly to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects
- Develop a general knowledge of the curriculum
- Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects
- Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone
- Keep student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging of all student and parent contacts
- Consult with team members and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding
- Manage regional field trips and integrate trips into the curriculum
- Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a school community
- Collaborate with your team and professional learning community
- Participate in the organization and administration of State Testing as directed
- Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts requiring teacher representation
- Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to lessons to increase student understanding working directly with parents and students
- Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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