[Hiring] Special Education Lead Teacher @Stride, Inc.

Role Description

The remote Special Education Lead Teacher is a highly qualified, state certified teacher 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. Additionally, the Lead Teacher acts as a member of the school leadership team, mentoring teachers and supporting virtual academy (VA) efforts to improve student performance.

This is a full-time REMOTE 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:

• Functions as a member of the school leadership team.
• Manages/supervises and/or mentors teachers in the VA providing coaching and formal evaluation.
• Strives to proactively address identified needs and support VA efforts to improve student performance.
• Orients teachers, communicates requirements, sets and enforces deadlines, maintains regular office hours to support teachers and students.
• Understands how both diverse and unique characteristics of students and their families impact required support.
• Learns the entire K12 curriculum for assigned grade levels and demonstrates knowledge of how state standards align with it.
• Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools.
• Takes ownership for students’ academic progress and attendance, communicates high expectations, and shows an active interest in students’ achievement.
• Supports teachers with curricular and instructional issues, balancing the flexibility of the K12 curriculum with Academy policies and procedures.
• Focuses on ongoing tasks/projects related to managing school operations such as:
  • Recruiting/interviewing teaching candidates.
  • Training new teachers.
  • Implementing teacher evaluation processes.
  • Assisting with student-teacher matching.
  • Maintaining uniformity among teaching procedures.
  • Developing and implementing school policies/procedures.
  • Acting as a curriculum expert for a grade level/series of grade levels.
  • Coordinating aspects of testing readiness.
  • Assisting teachers in addressing low attendance and progress issues.
  • Preparing regular reports/facilitating communications.
  • Assisting with marketing events.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with the development and implementation of all policies and procedures related to teaching and learning.
• Helps develop and implement a data-driven program design that has synergy with K12 curriculum.
• Collaborates with peers to provide a positive experience for students.
• Assists with the assurance that their direct reports meet all the standards and expectations outlined.
• Assists with the promotion of professional development of teachers through the implementation of Data Driven Instruction.
• Assists with the development and dissemination of “best practices” in the virtual school setting.
• Plans/implements data-driven professional learning activities.
• Works collaboratively with others to achieve school performance goals.
• Serves as a liaison between parents and teachers along with the school administrative team.
• Presents and leads various school department/team meetings.
• Travels to, participates and presents in regular staff meetings and professional development sessions.
• Maintains records regarding students in accordance with school policy and state requirements; prepares reports regarding students and classroom matters as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience including experience as a virtual teacher OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to pass required background check.

Requirements

• Knowledgeable of state and charter school law and regulations.
• Knowledgeable of the State Performance Standards.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experienced in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and able to learn specific student management system(s).
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for work as may be required for training, professional development, meetings, etc.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $55,000 - $58,000 plus eligibility for a performance bonus.
• Start Date: School Year 26/27.

Company Description

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for Any One. We provide families 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.

The mission of Granite State Academy Online Program (GSAOP) 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.