Secondary Teaching Jobs

This is a small private high school. We got our accreditation through SACSCASI. Maximum number of students in each grade is 15. The school is located in north part of Houston. Healthy teaching and learning environment. Retired Teachers are welcome.

As a teacher you will provide educational experiences to all students who are involved in the therapeutic portion of the camping program through group and individualized instruction, and to ensure that students identified as exceptional students have educational involvement in accordance with their IEP's. Provide consultation to the transitional classroom teacher, as needed. Consult with counselor/teachers to ensure that formal educational focus is directed toward ensuring academic benefits of core program activities. Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Education preferred. Teaching certification appropriate to State of New Hampshire. Two years successful teaching experience preferred. Must have a desire to work with at- risk youth. Must show proficiency in analytical, verbal, and writing skills. Also must possess skills in creativity and critical judgment. We offer excellent benefits! Including 100% tuition reimbursement! Please visit us online: www.eckerd.org EOE, DFWP

Founded in 1990, MENTOR Maryland began as a single service provider, serving children with developmental disabilities in our therapeutic foster care program. With the help of our dedicated employees, growing relationships with other local providers and the support of The MENTOR Network, we have grown to a diversified agency serving hundreds of children and adolescents with varying needs throughout the state.

Florence Bertell Academy of Prince George’s County provides a highly structured learning environment for high school males that encourages success. Equal emphasis is given to improving academic performance and acquiring vocational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitors student learning behavior and adjusts delivery of instruction and/or learning activities accordingly;
• Encourages active student involvement in learning by appropriate use of one or more, but not limited to the following techniques: signals, rehearsed responses and group discussions through higher level questioning;
• Utilizes Teacher techniques for diagnostic and general check for learning by verbal responses as well as written means. Uses feedback from these responses to adjust delivery of instruction and/or learning activities

Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc., a leader for over 40 years in therapeutic programs for youth at risk is seeking a creative Teacher looking to make a difference at our Wilderness program in Silver Springs, FL. As a teacher you will provide educational experiences to all students who are involved in the therapeutic portion of the camping program through group and individualized instruction, and to ensure that students identified as exceptional students have educational involvement in accordance with their IEP's. Provide consultation to the transitional classroom teacher, as needed. Consult with counselor/teachers to ensure that formal educational focus is directed toward ensuring academic benefits of core program activities. Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Education preferred. Teaching certification appropriate to State of Florida requirements. Two years successful teaching experience preferred. Must have desire to work with at risk youth. Must show proficiency in analytical, verbal, and writing skills. Also must possess skills in creativity and critical judgment. Please visit us online: www.eckerd.org EOE, DFWP

Online High School Instructor - Social Studies (KVE Private Schools)

Kaplan Virtual Education (KVE) is a leader in the growing field of virtual high school instruction and online curriculum development. Our programs promote educational achievement by offering a wide variety of online learning options to high school students, schools, and school districts.

Kaplan Virtual Education is a unit of Kaplan, Inc., a worldwide education services provider and a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO)

Benefits available for those who qualify:

- Immediate health and dental plans

- Sick days, holidays, and vacation days

- 401(k) Plan

- Flexible Spending Account

- Life and Business Travel Accident Insurance

- Long-term Disability

- Group Legal Services

- Financial Planning

EOE

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES TEACHER CERTICATION IN SOCIAL STUDIES GRADES 7 - 12.

Purpose of the Job/Principal Responsibilities:
The Full Time instructor is responsible for implementing appropriate teaching and grading strategies that assist each student in achieving their academic potential while also providing superior customer service to all internal and external customers.

Typical activities include:
• Assists the Department Chairpersons with development of the annual strategic process for their respective academic department.
• Paces assigned students according to school pacing plans to maintain student retention
• Grade student work as prescribed by KVE using pedagogical strategies and established KVE grading rubrics that contribute to a climate where students are “actively engaged” in meaningful learning experiences.
• Work with principal and other KVE instructors to produce learning experiences suited to the grade level and to the student developmental level that will enhance student achievement.
• Maintains contact with students and parents of KCPS according to established protocols.
• Provide feedback on graded assignments, in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Use effective written communication skills with students on a regular basis.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents and community.
• Review contemporary educational literature to remain current with information related to job responsibility.
• Respond promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.
• Meet established deadlines.

A likely activities breakdown (must equal 100%):

• Provides instruction to students in subject area(s) including grading 60%
• Manages student/parent experience which includes student pace mgmt 25%
• Liaising with Department Teachers and others in same subject area 10%
• Preparing reports and Standard Operating Procedures 5%

Experience Required:
• A minimum of 3 years teaching experience.
• Professional certification in subject area.
Position Requirements /Scope of the Job/ Skills Required:
• Strong knowledge of subject area certification.
• Knowledge of school policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Emphasis on excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to provide superior customer service with emphasis on communication.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to plan and organize work.
• Ability to use internet browsers and communicate through e-mail.
• Ability to have access to a computer and high speed Internet connection at home.

Measurement of Success:
The Full Time Instructor will be evaluated based on (a) knowledge of subject area and ability to instruct students in subject area; (b) ability to accurately and effectively resolve behind pace and schedule issues; (c) ability to work effectively with parents and students to resolve concerns; (d) ability to work effectively on a team, both within and across KVE departments; and (e) attitude and enthusiasm.

Founded in 1990, MENTOR Maryland began as a single service provider, serving children with developmental disabilities in our therapeutic foster care program. With the help of our dedicated employees, growing relationships with other local providers and the support of The MENTOR Network, we have grown to a diversified agency serving hundreds of children and adolescents with varying needs throughout the state.

Florence Bertell Academy of Prince George’s County provides a highly structured learning environment for high school males that encourages success. Equal emphasis is given to improving academic performance and acquiring vocational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitors student learning behavior and adjusts delivery of instruction and/or learning activities accordingly
• Encourages active student involvement in learning by appropriate use of one or more, but not limited to the following techniques: signals, rehearsed responses and group discussions through higher level questioning
• Utilizes Teacher techniques for diagnostic and general check for learning by verbal responses as well as written means. Uses feedback from these responses to adjust delivery of instruction and/or learning activities

Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc., a leader in therapeutic educational programs for youth-at-risk, seeks a Teacher for our outdoor therapeutic program in Suches, GA
Teacher needed to provide non-traditional educational experience for each youth through implementation of established curricula, with emphasis on hands-on and work related experiences. Serve on Treatment Teams to ensure integration of educational goals in treatment plan. Carry out diagnostic testing, as needed. Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Education preferred. Teaching certification appropriate to state requirements. Two years successful teaching experience required. Must have desire to work with at risk youth. Must show proficiency in analytical, verbal, and writing skills. Also must possess skills in creativity and critical judgment. Must be able to complete CPR, first aid and crisis intervention training. Must be qualified basic skills instruction, development and use of learning centers, experiential education, IEPs, treatment plans. Must interface effectively at all organization levels, commitment to professional standards and personal development. Must maintain appropriate and valid state driver's license. Must meet state criminal background check requirements.

EOE, M/W/D/V, Drug Free Workplace!

Department Chair Mathematics - California (Virtual Education) 90013 CA Remote

Kaplan Virtual Education (KVE) is a leader in the growing field of virtual high school instruction and online curriculum development. Our programs promote educational achievement by offering a wide variety of online learning options to high school students, schools, and school districts.

Kaplan Virtual Education is a unit of Kaplan, Inc., a worldwide education services provider and a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO)

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES CALIFORNIA TEACHER CERTIFICATION IN MATHEMATICS GRADES 9 - 12.

Purpose of the Job/Principal Responsibilities:
The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership in the development of goals and quality instruction within a subject-area department. In addition, to implement appropriate teaching strategies that assist each student in achieving their academic potential, while also providing superior customer service to all internal and external customers of KVE.

Typical activities include:
• Assist online instructors (adjunct/part-time/full-time) in pedagogical strategies to improve student achievement.
• Coordinate departmental meetings and communicate with the team on a biweekly basis.
• Recommend curriculum offerings and appropriate teachers for instructional assignments to principal.
• Review status of departmental objectives and staff development activities.
• Organize team activities to facilitate cohesiveness.
• Implement curriculum as prescribed by KVE using activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Be available to assist students via phone, email and instant messenger
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the need of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Communicate with stakeholders in a courteous, timely and professional manner.
• Respond promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.
• Maintain effective and efficient records.

A likely activities breakdown:
• Assist online instructors (adjunct/part-time/full-time) in pedagogical strategies to improve student achievement.
• Coordinate departmental meetings and communicate with the team on a biweekly basis.
• Recommend curriculum offerings and appropriate teachers for instructional assignments to principal.
• Review status of departmental objectives and staff development activities.
• Organize team activities to facilitate cohesiveness.
The above activities constitute 10% of the day.

• Implement curriculum as prescribed by KVE using activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Be available to assist students via phone, email and instant messenger
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the need of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Communicate with stakeholders in a courteous, timely and professional manner.
• Respond promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.
• Maintain effective and efficient records.
The above activities constitute 90% of the day.

Experience Required:
• Bachelor Degree required. Certification in subject area.
• 5 years prior teaching experience in an education and/or related field is preferred.

Position Requirements /Scope of the Job/ Skills Required:
• Knowledge of school policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to provide superior customer service with emphasis on communication.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to plan and organize work.

Measurement of Success:
Department Chairpersons will be measured on the level of success in the department, looking at the following items: 1) Pace of students 2) Course Accuracy 3) Quality feedback 4) Contacts being made to students.

Part-time (Adjunct) Online Instructor - Missouri

Kaplan Virtual Education (KVE) is a leader in the growing field of virtual high school instruction and online curriculum development. Our programs promote educational achievement by offering a wide variety of online learning options to high school students, schools, and school districts.

Kaplan Virtual Education is a unit of Kaplan, Inc., a worldwide education services provider and a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO)

Benefits available for those who qualify:

- Immediate health and dental plans

- Sick days, holidays, and vacation days

- 401(k) Plan

- Flexible Spending Account

- Life and Business Travel Accident Insurance

- Long-term Disability

- Group Legal Services

- Financial Planning

EOE

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A CURRENT MISSOURI TEACHING CERTIFICATE GRADES 9-12. SUBJECT AREAS TO INCLUDE: SCIENCE, MATH, ENGLISH, SOCIAL STUDIES, PSYCHOLOGY, BUSINESS

Implement appropriate grading strategies that assist each student in achieving their academic potential while also providing superior customer service to all internal and external customers of KVE.


Typical activities include:
• Implement curriculum as prescribed by KVE using activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Be available to assist students via phone, email and instant messenger
• Work with instructional team leader to produce learning experiences suited to the grade level and to the student developmental level that will enhance student achievement.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the need of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Communicate with stakeholders in a courteous, timely and professional manner.
• Respond promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.
• Maintain effective and efficient records.



A likely activities breakdown:
• Implement curriculum as prescribed by KVE using activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences and be available to assist students via phone, email and instant messenger 85%
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the need of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. 5%
• Communicate with stakeholders in a courteous, timely and professional manner. 5%
• Maintain effective and efficient records. 5%

Experience Required:
• Bachelor Degree required.
• Missouri Certification in subject area or sufficient coursework preferred.
• Prior teaching experience in an education and/or related field is preferred.

Position Requirements /Scope of the Job/ Skills Required:
• Knowledge of school policies and procedures.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Emphasis on excellent written and verbal communication.

• Ability to provide superior customer service with emphasis on communication.

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to plan and organize work.

Measurement of Success:
An Adjunct Instructor will be evaluated based on (a) contacts made with students (b) knowledge of subject area (c) ability to work effectively on a team (d) attitude and enthusiasm.