Virtual Preparatory Academy of Wyoming

Role Description We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face-to-face attendance will be required several times per year to support in-person state testing and student events. - Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor - Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals - Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices - Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System - Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily - Track and maintain contact with each student - Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students - Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments - Differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all students - Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction - Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students - Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues - Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond - Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child - Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings - Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person - Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues - Travel to support required face-to-face state testing annually - Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Current State teaching license in appropriate content area - Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards - Preferred two years’ experience teaching - High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring - High quality written and verbal communication skills - High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook - Ability to properly manage confidential information - Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time - Ability to supervise students in all school settings - Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks - Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred Benefits - Life benefits – time & peace of mind - Paid time off - Retirement contributions - Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance - Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) - Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations - Health benefits – stay well & thrive - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Employee Assistance Program - Voluntary short-term disability insurance - Voluntary long-term disability insurance - Career benefits – keep growing - Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals