High School Interdisciplinary English and Social Studies Teacher (work from home) - Vacancy ID: 202858
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Wisconsin Virtual Academy High School is seeking a dynamic educator for an interdisciplinary position with English and Social Studies licensure. This position will require adeptness at curriculum development due to its interdisciplinary focus. Additionally, the position is part of our larger effort to incorporate Project Based Learning, so comfort and familiarity with this instructional approach is required. We are seeking to offer students a dynamic learning experience through a humanities-style course and an ability to demonstrate their knowledge attainment based on a competency-based grading system.
The statements below are intended to describe the general scope, characteristics, and responsibilities of this position's work. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. In general, an educator in this posting can be at minimum expected to:
- Provide engaging synchronous and asynchronous instruction aimed at maximizing student engagement, inquiry,and knowledge attainment.
- Design instruction based on a pragmatic philosophy encouraging questioning and inquiry through Project-Based learning’s instructional approach.
- Manage the learning process (sequencing, unit design), grading (competency based), and general course maintenance through D2L and Power School.
- Collaborate with peers to provide a positive experience for students; build community and model the instructional approach with other staff.
- Support parents with student curricular and instructional issues, balance the flexibility of the curriculum. Maintains regular contact via phone, text and email with both students and parents.
- Orient students to their course, communicate requirements, set and enforce deadlines, maintain regular office hours and conduct instructional activities.
- Participate in online meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
- Participate in in-person meetings, trainings, and events as scheduled.
- Engage in some travel: Travel to and participate in professional development, in-person school events, state testing, and graduation activities.
- Possess the ability to develop positive and engaging relationships with students and parents.
- Experience working in a virtual environment a plus.
- Knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook is also a plus or will need to be developed in new teacher training.
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Work Hours: Is available to students, parents, and staff from 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday - Friday or agreed upon hours.
Work from home (10% travel for required events).
Computer, monthly internet stipend, printer, soft phone provided.
This position does have healthcare, vision, dental, 401K- match, & bonuses (not a district position).
TITLE IX – COMPLIANCE
McFarland School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation (including transgender status, change of sex or gender identity), English language proficiency, age, military status, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability in its education programs or in employment.
Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX may be directed to: SCHOOL DISTRICT OF MCFARLAND 5101 Farwell Street McFarland, WI 53558 or to the Director of the office of Civil Rights, Dept. of Health, Education & Welfare, Washington DC
Candidate Requirements
- English
- Social Studies
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications