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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

• Working from your secure and distraction-free home office, certified Special Education Substitutes will virtually support the learning program for students in Connections Academy schools across the country. • Consult frequently and regularly with students, Learning Coaches and school personnel to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. • Participate in all steps of the IEP process, from analyzing data to delivering and monitoring the IEP (depending on the school they are assigned to). • Work closely with teachers and school professionals to ensure that the assigned school’s special education program is successful and operates in compliance with federal and state regulations. • Utilize the online classroom (LiveLesson) to deliver virtual small group or individual instruction. • Act as teacher of record at various Connections Academy schools during periods of short- or long-term absences or vacancies ranging from, but not limited to, 2-20 weeks, with the average assignment lasting 8-12 weeks in length. • When on assignment, be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the time zone of the school to: Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update individualized learning plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and verify student learning. • Complete all grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner, as instructed by the school. • Support the instructional program through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons). • Work collaboratively with a team of teachers to ensure that all students on the team’s caseload are successfully progressing through the program. • Case manage a group of students, writing and delivering IEPs, and providing direct services as directed by the school. • Work with general education teachers to ensure that IEP goals and accommodations are being met, and that students are being provided with FAPE. • Support students and parents with alternate instructional strategies, and assist with daily assignments and projects. • Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and student logs. • When not on assignment, actively check email to remain informed of upcoming assignments and important Substitute Services updates. • Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing software, whether on or off assignment. • Complete required professional learning targeted at individual needs throughout the year. • Maintain active certifications.

🎯 Requirements

• Sped substitutes must be highly qualified and hold a valid and active full state teaching certification in special education. • Special education instruction experience preferred • Multiple state certifications a plus • Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested • Ability to obtain additional clearances as requested • Bachelor’s degree or higher • Maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home working environment where all business activities will occur. • When on assignment, must be available Monday through Friday during assigned school hours (typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school’s time zone) • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral • Ability to write and monitor IEP plans, and are willing to learn to do so using a variety of software • Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity • Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting • Excellent attention to detail, and strong time management and organizational skills • Proven commitment to student achievement • Strong technology skills ( experience with learning management systems, Microsoft Office programs, and Google Apps preferred) • Reliable, high-speed internet access • Microsoft OS- and Microsoft Office-equipped computer required (PC preferred) • Customer-focused approach and team-player track record • May not provide care for others during normal school hours while on assignment. Alternative care arrangements must be made • May not be employed in another job during normal school hours while on assignment • Complete required orientation and training programs within 30 days of hire, and at the beginning of each school year • Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer

🏖️ Benefits

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