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Home-based Nationwide
Description/Company Summary:
Connections Education is a leading provider of high-quality, highly accountable virtual education solutions for students in grades K–12. Since 2001, the company’s Connections Academy has delivered individualized learning to students through virtual public schools. In the 2014-15 school year, Connections Academy supports 29 virtual public schools in 25 states – serving more than 60,000 students. Connections Education delivers blended (online and on-site) learning in select states via Nexus Academy schools, while students worldwide seeking a private online school can attend International Connections Academy. The Connections Learning by Pearson division meets the needs of schools, school districts, and other institutions looking to develop and enhance their online learning programs. Connections Learning by Pearson delivers a full range of targeted digital learning solutions to the K–12 education community including online courses, a program for homebound students, a digital learning platform, and private and public online schools. Connections Education is based in Baltimore, Maryland and was named a 2014 “Top Workplace” by the Baltimore Sun and a 2013 “Best Place to Work” by Baltimore magazine. Regularly recognized for its outstanding curriculum and leadership, Connections Education is committed to expanding quality education through technology, and helping students achieve both academic and personal success. Connections Education is part of the global education company, Pearson.
Position Summary:
Our state certified virtual American Sign Language teachers manage online instructional programs for students around the country and across the globe. Teachers communicate regularly with students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. This is a work from home position. Adjunct teachers are not provided with computer equipment and must have a reliable Internet connection.
Responsibilities:
The American Sign Language teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:
Support the instructional program with synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions using Adobe® Connect™; Complete all grading by providing prompt, high-quality, personalized feedback on assignments; Communicate with students, and other teachers on a regular basis;Update pacing plans/schedules for students as required; Use data to monitor successful completion of assignments and facilitate appropriate interactions with students that encourages consistent interaction with the course(s); Review curriculum and determine course modifications that will promote student achievement for those requiring accommodations through IEPs or 504 plans; Consult with team members and CL administrators to develop alternate enrichment activities and lesson modifications to increase student understanding and promote success for struggling students through differentiation; Develop a general knowledge of the American Sign Language curriculum and a detailed knowledge of the courses for which you are responsible; Support high-needs/at-risk students with alternate instructional strategies and provide additional assistance with assignments and projects as needed; Communicate regularly with students by phone and through the use of our WebMail system; Keep student performance and participation information up-to-date by grading assessments in a timely manner, and logging all student and parent contacts; Utilize a variety of communication tools in the online environment to effectively build relationships and promote student success with students, partner teachers, colleagues, and other stakeholders; Foster community and use a welcoming, warm online voice that is inviting and supportive towards students and families; Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s Degree required
Highly qualified and certified to teach a American Sign Language
Holds a valid state teaching certificate in any state
Certification in multiple states is a plus
Willingness and ability to obtain certification in other states as requested
Commitment to student achievement
Strong technology skills (especially with MS Office programs)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Strong organizational skills
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility, especially regarding grade level course assignments
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Adheres to all policies regarding protecting students’ well-being and personal information, including following FERPA and Copyright & Fair Use laws
Team player track record
Adjuncts can expect to work up to 20 hours per week, including regular office hours (3 hours per week) and a schedule of synchronous online sessions for each course assigned to teach; Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed, to support some families