Experienced Full Stack Business Teacher – Michigan Online High School Education

About Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy

At Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA), we believe in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Our students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Join Our Talented Team

We are passionate educators who are dedicated to providing an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Business Teacher to join our team at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy. As a Business Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. You will provide instruction, support, and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs. You will monitor student progress through Stride K12's learning management system and actively work closely with students and parents/learning coaches to advance each student's learning toward established goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for students
• Commitment to personalizing learning for all students
• Demonstrates a belief in all students' ability to succeed and meet high expectations
• Differentiates instruction based on student level of mastery
• Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools under guidance from principal and coach
• Maintains grade book ensuring student academic integrity, makes student placement and promotion decisions, and alerts administrators to concerns about student performance and progress
• Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests
• Understands that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner
• Supports learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues, as well as basic troubleshooting in a virtual classroom environment that is in line with academy policies and procedures
• Travels as required (on average once per month and/or up to 20% of the time) for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and as required by school

Essential Qualifications

We are looking for a highly qualified, state certified educator with a Bachelor's degree and an active state teaching license. You must also be able to clear required background checks. Additionally, you will need to have a MI teaching certificate with either a GH, GX, or GQ endorsement. We would also love to have someone with CTE endorsements, but that is not required.

Other Required Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers to interpret and produce numeric, tabular, and graphic representations of student data, and use it to drive instructional decisions
• Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators and teacher trainers
• Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with the proposed age group
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
• Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
• Experience with online learning platforms

Work Environment

This position is virtual, and you will be required to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week. You must be able to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

We offer a range of career growth opportunities and learning benefits to support your professional development and success. As a Business Teacher at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of educators, develop your skills and expertise, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits to support your well-being and success. As a Business Teacher at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy, you will be eligible for a range of benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.

Conclusion

We are excited to hear from you! If you are a passionate educator who is dedicated to providing an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our talented team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.

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