High School Science Teacher

Connections Academy

Certified Teacher managing instructional programs in a virtual setting at Michigan Connections Academy. Collaborating with students, parents, and staff to ensure successful educational experiences.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeOkemos • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in virtual instructional management, curriculum development, and student engagement strategies while maintaining effective communication with students, parents, and staff. Proficient in utilizing technology tools to enhance learning experiences and track student progress.

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Certified Teacher in MichiganStrong Technology SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedTeam Player

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentGrading and Progress ReportingAsynchronous and Synchronous InstructionStudent Assessment ScoringPersonal Learning Plans

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsFlexibilityStudent and Family Focused ApproachOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle SuiteVirtual Conferencing Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Michigan Teaching Certification

Industry Keywords

Remote InstructionStudent EngagementField Trip CoordinationState Testing ParticipationDiverse Backgrounds

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working from our office or your home office in Michigan, certified Teachers will virtually manage instructional programs.
Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students.
Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner.
Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects.
Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible.
Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects.
Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that parents have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the teachers.
Keep student records and data up to date.
Consult with other teachers, team members, academic interventionists/specialists, and other staff members to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding.
Work with staff to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met.
Work with other teachers to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students.
Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum.
Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a 'school community'.
Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed.
Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation.
Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan
Michigan Residency required
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Highly organized and punctual
Student and family focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Team player track record
Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing is required throughout the school year, as determined by the school. This may require overnight travel.
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
Ability to work remotely, if necessary
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Michigan Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve.
We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.