Middle School Computer Science Teacher

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

📋 Description

• Deliver designated course content in a virtual setting

• Provide guidance, instruction, and support while overseeing the learning process

• Prioritize individual student needs and track progress using Stride K12’s learning management system

• Collaborate closely with students and parents/learning coaches to facilitate learning towards set objectives

• Offer both synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences

• Tailor learning and adjust instruction based on student proficiency

• Enhance course materials using suitable asynchronous and synchronous tools

• Maintain the grade book and uphold student academic integrity

• Make decisions regarding student placement and promotion while notifying administrators about performance issues

• Prepare students for high-stakes standardized assessments

• Build positive relationships with families and maintain communication with students and learning coaches/parents

• Assist learning coaches/parents with curriculum, instructional matters, and basic virtual classroom troubleshooting

• Travel as necessary for professional development, student testing, and other school obligations

⛳️ Requirements

• Alabama Computer Science Certification

• Residency in Alabama

• Bachelor's degree

• Valid state teaching license

• Ability to pass required background checks

• Capable of working independently, typically 40+ hours per week

• Ability to maintain a distraction-free professional home office during work hours

• Experience with the designated age group

• Experience assisting both adults and children in using technology

• Experience in teaching online/virtually and/or in traditional classroom settings

• Familiarity with online learning platforms

• Ability to interpret and present numeric, tabular, and graphical representations of student data

• Proficient in using student data to guide instructional choices

• Ability to collaborate with fellow educators

• Competence in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms

• Capability to maintain teacher certification/professional development hours and fluency in K12 systems, programs, and curriculum

• Openness to regular coaching from administrators and teacher trainers

• Willingness to embrace change and adapt to ensure outstanding student outcomes

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for an annual bonus

• Remote work / virtual position

• Ability to work from home

• In-person professional development opportunities

• Equal opportunity employer

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities