Middle School Social Studies Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Louisiana, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Deliver designated course content in an online setting.

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

• Tailor learning experiences and differentiate instruction according to each student’s mastery level.

• Offer both synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities.

• Track student progress via Stride K12’s learning management system.

• Enhance course content with suitable online tools under the guidance of the principal and coach.

• Maintain the grade book and uphold student academic integrity.

• Make decisions regarding student placement and promotion.

• Notify administrators of any concerns regarding student performance and progress.

• Prepare students for high-stakes standardized assessments.

• Foster and sustain a positive relationship with families.

• Communicate with and respond to students and learning coaches/parents promptly.

• Assist learning coaches/parents with curricular, instructional, and basic virtual classroom troubleshooting issues.

• Collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators.

• Travel as necessary, averaging once a month and/or approximately 20% of the time, for professional development, student testing, and school events.

⛳️ Requirements

• Valid Social Studies (4-8) or (7-12) certificate/license required.

• Must meet TEXAS residency requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree is necessary.

• Active state teaching license is required.

• Ability to pass the required background check.

• Capacity to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week.

• Capability to maintain a professional home office free from distractions during work hours.

• Ability to interpret and generate numeric, tabular, and graphic representations of student data to inform instructional decisions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

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

• Capacity to maintain teacher certification/professional development hours and proficiency in K12 systems, programs, and curriculum.

• Experience with the specified age group is required.

• Experience in assisting adults and children with technology usage.

• Background in teaching in an online (virtual) or brick-and-mortar environment.

• Familiarity with online learning platforms.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for a performance bonus.

• Remote work from home.

• Occasional travel for in-person professional development, student testing, and school functions.

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

• Opportunities for professional development.