Job description
Are You the Kind of Teacher Who…?
…believes great teaching can change a student’s entire trajectory?
…wants to make a meaningful difference for students, families, and schools every day?
…thrives on collaboration, growth, and finding creative solutions when challenges arise?
…wants to be part of a team that truly supports you—not just another person on the staff list?
If you answered yes, we’d love to meet you.
Accel Schools is seeking highly qualified Virtual Teachers who believe every student deserves high-quality instruction and are committed to creating impactful learning experiences for every learner.
We are looking for mission-driven, service-oriented problem solvers who take on challenges head on, and believe a growth mindset isn’t just something we teach students—it’s something we live as educators.
Our goal is bigger than simply filling a position. We’re building a community of well-rounded educators who support one another, help schools thrive, and serve students and families exceptionally well. Come grow with us.
Please note – this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually.
Eligibility: Open to residents of Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Illinois, North Dakota, Oregon, and West Virginia
About the Opportunity
Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor for your teaching area
Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices
Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals
Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System
Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily
Track and maintain contact with each student
Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students
Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction
Use a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods
Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students
Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues
Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond
Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings
Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues
Perform other duties as assigned
AboutYou
Current state teaching license in appropriate content area
Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
At least two years’ experience teaching (preferred)
High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
High quality written and verbal communication skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
Ability to properly manage confidential information
Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting (preferred)
About Us
“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder
ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
We offer the following benefits:
Life benefits – time & peace of mind
Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) · Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
Health benefits – stay well & thrive
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary short-term disability insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance
Career benefits – keep growing
Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.