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(GCA) 6-8 General Ed Teacher-Science-2018/19

Employer
K12 Inc.
Location
Atlanta, GA, United States
Salary
Competitive
Requisition Number 18-1203
Title (GCA) 6-8 General Ed Teacher-Science-2018/19
City Atlanta State GA

Description

Middle School Science Teachers (Grades 6-8)
INSPIRE THE FUTURE!
potential need to start July 1 for 2018/19 school year
Passionate Middle School Science Educators are needed at the K12 partner school, Georgia Academy (GCA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!
GCA is a rapidly-growing organization that offers our teachers and staff members the excitement of exploring an emerging concept in education. Daily, our talented teachers and staff experience the impact they make on the lives of children. Join us, and be inspired by the potential of our students.

AS A VIRTUAL TEACHER, YOU WILL ENJOY...
  • Leading students through successful course completion
  • Building a virtual environment conducive to learning
  • Prioritizing student needs so that each child may reach their fullest potential
  • Partnering with parents and colleagues to manage course goals, curriculum, and materials that best benefit the individual needs of each student.
  • Creating strategies to engage and nurture student learning and student relationships
  • Promoting creativity and excitement in the virtual learning environment


Get to know GCA!


  • Georgia Cyber Academy
  • Behind the Scenes
  • A Day in the Life


Are you driven by excellence to deliver instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs? If selected, you will participate in a comprehensive new teacher training program for three weeks before the start of school. It is an opportunity to meet colleagues and learn the responsibilities required for delivering curriculum in an online environment. During this training you will also learn how to monitor student progress through K12's learning management system, and to be a partner actively working with students and parents to advance each child's learning. Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree AND
  • Three (3) years of experience teaching middle school
  • Meets State 's No Child Left Behind's (NCLB) Highly Qualified Teacher requirements
  • Certificates and Licenses: Appropriate State certification for grades 6-8 and highly qualified teacher status in area of instruction.
  • Strong interpersonal skills emphasizing tact, patience and courtesy; ability to establish a professional, effective rapport with students
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook as well as Internet research methods and report writing techniques; Utilizes computer software associated with curriculum
  • Able to adapt learning plans to meet different needs and learning styles; create an instructional and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Demonstrates the use of good judgment in decision-making Great organizational and time management skills
  • Customer service orientation
  • Understanding of applicable sections of the State Education Code and other pertinent regulations
  • Willingness and ability to obtain additional licensing as required
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time within and between assigned geographic areas to support students; attend regularly scheduled meetings and participate in school activities, open houses and orientations
  • Ability to pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience with charter school environment
  • Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
  • Ability to learn new technologies and tools
  • Proficient in principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction for special needs students
  • Experience teaching in both online and in a brick-and-mortar environments


WHO ARE WE?


  • About Us
  • K12 Produces Results
  • Kudos and Honors
  • thinkTANK12


K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
  • Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here .

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