High School Advisory Teacher

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🤠 Texas – Remote

🤠 Texas – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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Connections Academy

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2001

📚 Education

💰 $200k Grant - Connections Academy on 2023-12

Education

Connections Academy is a tuition-free, accredited K–12 online public school program operated by Connections Education (a Pearson division). It delivers state-aligned curriculum and virtual classroom experiences with certified teachers, personalized learning, and support for families serving as learning coaches. The program offers grade-level courses, college and career readiness, clubs and socialization opportunities, and technology support across multiple U. S. states.

📋 Description

• Advise students and families related to academics • Keep current on all high school graduation requirements, including special requirements such as community service, and communicate this information to the High School Coordinator and to the principal • Assist students and parents with the secondary course selection process according to specific state credit requirements and student needs and interests • Advise students with issues related to dropping courses and changing schedules, seeking support as needed, while ensuring that the school’s course selection and drop policies are adhered to • Review student transcripts and the entry of credits into the online transcript system • Follow procedures to ensure that Connections Academy transcripts are accurate and up-to-date • Work with the administrative assistants to obtain school records from the student’s previous school (where applicable) and forwarding student records when appropriate • Implement programs for students and families related to interpersonal adjustment issues • Work with school teams to identify and help families access school and community resources • Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school and serve as a key member of the Student Support Team (SST) • Coordinate a team of middle and high school teachers to help identify students who are “at-risk” or “in crisis” • Act as the main point of contact for these students and families, communicating regularly with them • Oversee and maintain the Personal Learning Plan (PLP) for each student • Implement efforts to secure complete and accurate records for Connections Academy students • Support families through the school withdrawal process, assisting with data collection regarding withdrawal • Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as obligated by law, administrative regulations, or ethical standards • Stay current on all state regulations relating to incident reporting and documentation • Implement special programs such as Advanced Placement support, SAT and ACT preparation, and college entrance preparation • Understand the requirements for and assist the principal to facilitate the administration of all high school testing, including exit exams, PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams • Help students to research and understand their post-secondary career and educational options • Assist with student preparation of applications for college and jobs • Educate students and parents about college admissions requirements and financial aid • Support the coordination of high school graduation ceremonies • Support professional development activities for teachers and school staff members • Assume teaching and grading duties as necessary including teaching middle school elective courses • 504 knowledge and compliance as needed Other duties as assigned.

🎯 Requirements

• Texas teacher certification in a secondary content area or grade level • Must hold or be willing to immediately obtain TxVSN Certification • Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite) • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written • Highly organized and punctual • Customer-focused approach • High degree of flexibility • Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment • Team player with demonstrated leadership skills • Ability to travel 15-20% for school-related business (state testing, marketing, professional development, and school meetings); May require overnight travel • Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • 401(k) matching • Flexible work hours • Paid time off • Remote work options