Missouri Connections Academy - Kindergarten Teacher, 2023-2024 School Year

Company Summary:

At Connections Academy, helping students maximize their potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program is at the core of our mission. Connections Academy was founded in 2001 to deliver high-quality, highly accountable online education to students in grades K-12. Hallmarks of Connections Academy-supported online schools include personalized learning, an award-winning curriculum and Education Management System (EMS), dedicated state-certified teachers, and a supportive school community. Parents of enrolled students consistently share their satisfaction with Connections Academy: 92% “would recommend the schools to other families” and 95% say the curriculum is “high quality.” In 2017, Connections Academy-supported public schools serve students in 27 states, while the private online school, International Connections Academy meets the online school needs of students worldwide. Recognized for its outstanding curriculum and leadership, Connections Academy is committed to expanding quality education through technology, and helping students achieve both academic and personal success. Connections Academy is part of the global learning company, Pearson, and its Online & Blended Learning group. For more information, visit www.ConnectionsAcademy.com.

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

This position is working with Missouri Connections Academy. From your home office in Missouri, certified Teachers will virtually manage instructional programs. Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.

The Kindergarten Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to given lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with parents and students);
• 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;
• Other duties as assigned.
• Consult with team members and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis 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;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families; and
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
• Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the grades for which responsible;
• Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
• Communicate with Parent Community Coordinators to suggest social activities and relevant field trips for students;
• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
• Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
• Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone;
• Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;

Requirements:

• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
• High degree of flexibility
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Customer focused approach
• Highly qualified and certified to teach Kindergarten in Missouri (appropriate to grade level responsibilities)
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS, MS Office programs, and Google Suite)
• Ability to work remotely, if necessary
• Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)

Note: The anticipated starting salary for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $36,000 per year. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits.