Texas Connections Academy @ Houston - Secondary Art Teacher, 2023 - 2024 School Year

Company Summary

Texas Connections Academy @ Houston (TCAH) is a Texas Online School that offers 100% virtual instruction to public school students across Texas in grades 3-12 who are not physically present on campus during instruction. The TxVSN OLS program is authorized by Texas Education Code (TEC) Chapter 30A and administered through TEA. Connections Education, LLC is in partnership with Houston ISD to provide this high quality and rigorous virtual instruction through TCAH.

Texas Connections Academy @ Houston strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

The certified Secondary Art Teachers will virtually support the learning program for students in Connections Academy schools across the country. Using the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools, the Teacher will consult frequently and regularly with students, Learning Coaches and school personnel to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program

Responsibilities:

• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and student logs.
• Support students and parents with alternate instructional strategies, and assistance with daily assignments and projects.
• Support the instructional program through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons).
• Complete all grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner, as instructed by the school.
• Complete required professional learning targeted at individual needs throughout the year.
• Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing software, whether on or off assignment.
• Work with counselors and special educators to ensure that individual student needs are met, providing frequent updates on student behaviors and activities in the classroom.
• When not on assignment, actively check email to remain informed of upcoming assignments and important Substitute Services updates.
• Maintain active certifications.
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update individualized learning plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and verify student learning.
• When on assignment, be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the time zone of the school to:

Requirements

• Customer-focused approach and team-player track record
• Highly qualified and certified to teach Art in Texas
  • Multiple state certifications a plus
  • Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested
• Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• May not provide care for others during normal school hours while on assignment. Alternative care arrangements must be made
• Microsoft OS- and Microsoft Office-equipped computer required (PC preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• May not be employed in another job during normal school hours while on assignment
• When on assignment, must be available Monday through Friday during assigned school hours (typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school’s time zone)
• Multiple state certifications a plus
• Excellent attention to detail, and strong time management and organizational skills
• Proven commitment to student achievement
• Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting
• Maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home working environment where all business activities will occur.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity
• Reliable, high-speed internet access
• Complete required orientation and training programs within 30 days of hire, and at the beginning of each school year
• Strong technology skills (experience with learning management systems, Microsoft Office programs, and Google Apps preferred)
• Ability to work occasional evening hours, as needed, to support some families

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