High School Science Teacher

Job Description

Certificates and Licenses: Alabama Secondary Science Teaching Certificate

Residency Requirement: Alabama

This positions offers a base salary of $42,000 plus the eligibility of a performance bonus.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Alabama Virtual Academy (ALVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Alabama Virtual Academy (ALVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The Teacher is a highly qualified, state certified educator responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. Teachers provide instruction, support, and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students’ individual needs. Teachers monitor student progress through Stride K12’s learning management system. They actively work closely with students and parents/learning coaches to advance each student’s learning toward established goals. Teachers typically work from home but must travel occasionally throughout the year to various school functions, such as state testing or as otherwise required by the school.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.

Instructional

· Takes ownership for students’ academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in students’ achievement;

· Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests;

· Conducts live synchronous teaching – minimum of 15 hours per week;

· Asynchronously supports objectives, including composing/sending emails, planning course objectives, preparing learning plans, …