Special Education Lead Teacher

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for Any One. We provide families 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 K12 partner school, Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy (LAVCA). The Lead Teacher is a highly qualified, state certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an on-line environment. Teachers provide instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs. Additionally, the Lead Teacher acts as a member of the school leadership team, and mentoring teachers and supporting virtual academy (VA) efforts to improve student performance.

Responsibilities

Delivering specific course content in an online environment; Providing instruction, support and guidance; Managing the learning process; Focusing on students' individual needs; Acting as a member of the school leadership team; Mentoring teachers and supporting virtual academy (VA) efforts to improve student performance; Managing/supervising and/or mentoring teachers in the VA providing coaching and formal evaluation; Orienting teachers, communicating requirements, setting and enforcing deadlines; Maintaining regular office hours to support teachers and students; Learning the entire K12 curriculum for assigned grade levels and demonstrating knowledge of state standards alignment; Augmenting course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools; Taking ownership for student's academic progress and attendance; Conducting data driven conferences with teachers; Supporting teachers with curricular and instructional issues; Focusing on ongoing tasks/projects related to managing school operations such as recruiting/interviewing teaching candidates, training new teachers, implementing teacher evaluation processes, assisting with student-teacher matching, maintaining uniformity among teaching procedures, developing policies/procedures, acting as curriculum expert, coordinating testing readiness, assisting teachers with low attendance and progress issues, preparing reports/facilitating communications, and assisting with marketing events; Assisting with development and implementation of teaching policies and procedures; Collaborating with peers to provide a positive experience for students; Planning/implementing data driven professional learning activities; Serving as liaison between parents and teachers along with school administrative team; Presenting and leading school/team meetings; Traveling to and presenting in regular staff meetings and professional development sessions; Maintaining records regarding students in accordance with school policy and state requirements.

Requirements

Appropriate state Department of Education Special Education Teaching Certification Required; Must be able to attend in person PDs, testing, and other school events; Bachelor's degree in education or related field AND Three (3) years of successful teaching experience including experience as a virtual teacher OR Equivalent combination of education and experience; Ability to pass required background check; Knowledgeable of state and charter school law and regulations; Knowledgeable of the State Performance Standards; Demonstrated leadership skills; Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong organizational skills; Experienced in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and able to learn specific student management system(s); Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for work as may be required for training, professional development, meetings, etc.; This is a full-time 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.

Nice to have

Reside in Louisiana (strongly preferred)

Benefits

Health benefits; Retirement contributions; Paid time off; Bonus (eligible employees)