CTE – IT Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Act as the primary instructor and teacher of record in the IT Pathway for students.

• Deliver content according to the school’s curriculum or as designated, utilizing various teaching methodologies and technology.

• Oversee and implement a curriculum that meets Career-Technical Education standards.

• Design and carry out lesson plans that comply with all relevant state standards.

• Modify and enhance the curriculum using diverse strategies and online tools to actively engage students for both enrichment and remediation.

• Ensure alignment of materials with State CTE standards and develop course materials compatible with applicable Webxams.

• Initiate, recruit, and mentor students through an active chapter of a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO).

• Inspire students to meet their full attendance, academic, and behavioral targets, as well as any additional goals set.

• Foster a positive school climate through effective conflict resolution, collaboration, positive reinforcement, and modeling educational leadership.

• Ensure a safe classroom environment.

• Administer discipline in a systematic manner conducive to effective learning.

• Maintain accurate student records, including grade books, progress reports, lesson plans, attendance records, and behavior/discipline documentation.

• Establish and nurture a positive relationship with students, parents, staff, school administration, and other stakeholders.

• Maintain continuous and effective communication with students, parents, staff, school administration, and other stakeholders.

• Conduct student home visits as necessary.

• Prepare and administer standardized tests as instructed.

• Identify and leverage teachable moments with students.

• Collect, maintain, and submit all student information and documentation in a professional and timely manner.

• Design classroom experiences that not only impart knowledge but also teach students how to apply their learning to solve real-world problems.

• Possess the knowledge to utilize data and delivery systems essential for creating, managing, and assessing engaging and relevant student learning experiences, supporting students both inside and outside the school.

• Uphold confidentiality regarding all student information and professional matters.

• Utilize technology and computers provided to assist students in their learning.

• Engage in ongoing professional development activities.

• Collaborate professionally with colleagues to fulfill responsibilities and duties.

• Attend and/or participate in school activities as directed by the administration, including faculty meetings (before or after school hours), open houses, commencement ceremonies, field trips, and professional learning communities.

• Exemplify tolerance, global awareness, reflective practice, and the behaviors expected from students.

• Actively support student recruitment and retention initiatives as directed by the administrator.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a resident of Ohio.

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required.

• A current Integrated Business or IT CTE teaching license is required in the preferred field, or the ability to obtain a CTE supplemental license.

• Strong knowledge base in Information Technology.

• Experience with research-based instructional practices for project-based learning is preferred.

• Familiarity with the Response to Intervention (RTI) process.

• Strong aptitude for gathering, analyzing, and interpreting student data to inform educational decisions.

• Prior experience in online teaching is preferred.

• Proficiency in computer applications such as Google Docs, MS Office Suite, email, and internet applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.

• A genuine passion for teaching and caring for children.

• Understanding of and ability to handle confidential information effectively.

• Capable of working under pressure while efficiently prioritizing and executing tasks to consistently meet deadlines.

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse and distributed student body and peer group.

• Must be able to pass state and federal background checks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off.

• Retirement contributions.

• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance.

• Voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.

• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Voluntary short-term disability insurance.

• Voluntary long-term disability insurance.

• Opportunities for career advancement throughout Accel Schools.