It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core/other academic subject areas assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. This is a remote position (virtual) with the exception that travel may occur 1-3 times over a period of 15 weeks to visit a specific school site. Qualifications: Education/Certification: - Bachelor’s degree from accredited university - Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned - Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned Special Knowledge/Skills: - Knowledge of core/other academic subject assigned - Knowledge of curriculum and instruction and Best Practices - Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior in an online platform - Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: Completion of student teaching or approved internship Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Strategies 1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the established curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare online lessons via PowerPoint that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student learning styles. 2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations. 3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities. 4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP). 5. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements. 6. Plan and work with instructional support teams and volunteer(s). 7. Attend PLC and be an active collaborative voice in promoting the vision and mission of assigned school. Student Growth and Development 8. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing, benchmarking/Interim, STAAR preparation. 9. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district. 10. Demonstrates ability to review data to drive instruction. Classroom Management and Organization 11. Create online classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. 12. Manage student online behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. 13. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials. 14. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. 15. Grade and record grades timely and in accordance with school expectations. Communication 16. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members. Professional Growth and Development 17. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. As needed. 18. Demonstrated ability to communicate, collaborate, critically think and exude creativity. 19. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers. 20. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Supervisory Responsibilities: As determined. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment. Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Environment: Work inside; Home office. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Here at INK, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Please feel free to apply for this position even if your work experience and education do not align perfectly with every requirement for this job description. You may very well be the perfect candidate for this role or other ones that we have open. Thank you for your interest in joining our mission! INK is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof. INK is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of INK, not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you! EEO Statement It our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Click here to view the “EEO is the law” poster #LI-Education #LI-Associate #LI-Part-time Innovative Network of Knowledge (INK) is an educational nonprofit that specializes in finding and developing solutions to problems faced by teachers, administrators, parents and students in the educational community. Our Services INK provides a variety of comprehensive early childhood education and family support services thanks to strong partnerships with school districts, innovative and fun curriculums, and passionate staff dedicated to learning and academic success. Services for children and families include: • Preschool • Individualized teaching • Degreed teachers • Bilingual services • Social services • Parent trainings • Meals and snacks • Disability services • Dental exams • Mental wellness • Health services • Field trips