Experienced Full-Time Michigan Online High School Health Teacher – Remote Opportunity with Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA), a Stride Company

Join the Team at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA)

Are you passionate about education and looking for a new challenge? Do you have a strong background in teaching and a desire to work in a dynamic online environment? Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA), a Stride Company, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Michigan Online High School Health Teacher to join our team! As a fully remote role, this position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, while providing a high-quality, personalized education experience for students.

About Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA)

MGLVA, a Stride Company, is a leading provider of online education, offering a range of programs and services to students across Michigan. Our mission is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students, by incorporating school and community/family partnerships, a rigorous curriculum, and a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. We believe in Education for ANY ONE and strive to create a culture of inclusion and diversity, where our employees are passionate about serving students and families.

Job Summary

As a Michigan Online High School Health Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment, providing instruction, support, and guidance to students, and managing the learning process. You will work closely with students, parents/learning coaches, and administrators to advance each student's learning toward established goals. This is a full-time position, requiring a commitment of 40+ hours per week, with occasional travel to various school functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for students
• Demonstrates a belief in all students' ability to succeed and meet high expectations
• Differentiates instruction based on student level of mastery
• Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools
• Maintains grade book, ensuring student academic integrity, makes student placement and promotion decisions, and alerts administrators to concerns about student performance and progress
• Prepares students for high-stakes standardized tests
• Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families, regularly communicating with and responding to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner
• Supports learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues, as well as basic troubleshooting in a virtual classroom environment
• Travels as required (on average once per month and/or up to 25% of the time) for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and as required by school

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Active state teaching license
• Ability to clear required background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with proposed age group
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
• Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
• Experience with online learning platforms
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms

Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced online environment
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in online learning platforms and Microsoft Office

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At MGLVA, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Michigan Online High School Health Teacher, you will have access to:

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Environment and Company Culture

As a remote employee at MGLVA, you will have the flexibility to work from home, with occasional travel to school functions. Our company culture is built on:

• Inclusion and diversity
• Respect and empathy for all employees, students, and families
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Continuous improvement and innovation

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Opportunities for bonuses and professional development funding
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays

Conclusion

If you are a passionate and dedicated educator looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Michigan Online High School Health Teacher with Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA). Join our team and help shape the future of education!

Don't hesitate to apply! We value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all. Submit your application today!