What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Career Tech Teacher position at Ohio Virtual Academy?
Certificates and Licenses: Ohio state teaching certification
Residency Requirement: Must reside in Ohio
Start Date: August 2026
K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) is to provide 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. Join us! OHVA offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, STRS Retirement, and Tuition Reimbursement. This is a full-time REMOTE position. Ability to work independently, typically 40 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school. SUMMARY: The Career Exploration and Elective Teacher 9-12 is a state certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. The Career Exploration teacher must provide instruction, support, and guidance; manage the learning process; and focus on students individual needs. Teachers monitor student progress through Stride K12s learning management system and work actively with students and parents to advance each students learning and to develop and monitor a plan for post-secondary success via online tools. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations, as may be required by law, will be provided to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Instructional
Takes ownership for students academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in students achievement;
Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests;
Conducts live Synchronous Teaching minimum of 15 hours per week;
Asynchronously supports objectives, including composing/sending emails, planning course objectives, preparing learning plans, and using data to determine student needs;
Collaborates with others regarding instruction, resources, interventions and data related to OHVA students needs as well as the professional development of the teacher;
Under guidance from school administrative team, augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools;
Submits grades and required student work ensuring student academic honesty and integrity;
Maintains grade book;
Makes placement and promotion decisions by generating formal and informal reports regarding student progress, alerting administrators to concerns about student performance and progress.
Relationship Building
Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with students and learning coaches/parents on an ongoing regular basis;
Elementary and Middle School Teachers support learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues in a virtual classroom environment, in line with academy policies and procedures;
Supports students and learning coaches on a limited basis with basic computer questions when requested;
Understands how both diverse and unique characteristics of students and their families impact required support;
Works 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 stakeholders;
Responds to students, parents and colleagues in timely manner.
Other Essential Functions
Organizes social and educational activities for students and families, including sponsorship of virtual clubs, outings, or other extracurricular activities as required;
Travels to testing sites to proctor state exams.
Complies with all school policies and procedures, including Employee Manual
Complies with all laws related to this position
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities. OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities and/or duties required; other duties may be assigned that are consistent with this position.
Builds community;
Helps staff with any onboarding efforts as directed;
Participates in committees as required. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree AND
Six (6) months of student teaching experience AND
Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) in subject area under No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking
Knowledge of state content standards
Ability to embrace change/ adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
Ability to problem solve independently and have a high level of organization
Understanding of interdependency of deadlines on multiple projects and able to act to preserve integrity on other people's deadlines
Ability to work independently typically 40 hours per week
Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school
Ability to travel as required (on average once per month and/or approximately 10% of the time) for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and as required by school
Access to reliable high-speed internet
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word; PowerPoint.
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
Ability to maintain teacher certification/professional development hours and fluency in technology systems, programs and curriculum
Ability to pass required background check
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with proposed age group
Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
Experience working in a virtual environment
Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
Experience with Blackboard Collaborative or other online platforms
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the home office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic, household appliances, and household distractions).
The noise level at meeting locations throughout the state are typically moderate and should not vary much from what is experienced in the home office.
Ohio High School Career Tech Teacher (CTE) 9-12
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