Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Connections Academy

Alternative Program Teacher at Ohio Bridge Connections Academy guiding students towards college and career readiness. Collaborating with teachers and supervising advisory cohorts in an online learning environment.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively support and motivate students in their academic journey. Proficient in managing student records and implementing individualized education plans while fostering a collaborative and engaging learning environment.

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Bachelor’s DegreeMiddle/Secondary Teaching CertificationExperience Working in Educational EnvironmentStrong Technology SkillsCustomer Focused Approach

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Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAbility to Motivate StudentsHigh Degree of FlexibilityTeam PlayerStrong Multi-Cultural Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OSMS Office ProgramsInternet

Certifications & Qualifications

1-8 License4-9 License7-12 License

Industry Keywords

Student Records ManagementIndividualized Education Plan (IEP)504 PlanState TestingPost-Secondary Career Counseling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist students in their courses by providing motivation and support;
Work collaboratively with a team of teachers (both in-person and virtual) to ensure that all students in the cohort are on track and successfully progressing through the program;
Assist students with daily assignments and projects to increase understanding;
Clarify directions, Assist students 1 on 1 or in small groups with course content;
Assist Virtual Teachers with keeping student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and parent contacts;
Participate in the organization and administration of State Testing, as directed;
Help carry out educational programs developed through the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process for special education students;
Help carry out educational programs developed through a student 504 plan as necessary.
Maintain a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment at all times;
Develop and implement strategies that encourage student collaboration and teamwork;
Attend in-person/virtual field trip sessions as assigned. Advisory
Supervise an advisory cohort of students, ensuring that all students are successfully progressing through the program and that parents have a central point of contact for discussions on their student;
Monitor students’ attendance, participation, and academic performance;
Oversee the student escalation process to communicate with School Leadership and On-site and Virtual Teachers if student is an engagement concern and not meeting program expectations.
Develop and monitor individualized Action Plans for each student in escalation; including working with students to set goals for getting back on track and communicating with parents/caretakers and school staff;
Act as main point of contact for parents, teachers and other staff members regarding students in escalation; plan and deliver workshops related to general work/study habits, working effectively in teams, test-taking strategies and 21st century learning skills;
Help each student identify and focus on his or her potential and aspirations;
Support college and career counseling activities under direction of School Counselor;
Help students to research and understand their post-secondary career and educational options;
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Middle/Secondary Teaching Certification 1-8 License 4-9 License 7-12 License
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Experience and demonstrated interest in working with youth (both strivers and strugglers) in a diverse urban environment
Experience working in a school or other educational environment
Strong multi-cultural skills
Strong technology skills (especially with internet, Microsoft OS and MS Office programs)
Customer focused approach
Ability to motivate and assist students with high school coursework
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in an innovative, fast paced environment
Team player track record

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at Career Benefits - Connections Academy