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Job Field: Office Jobs
Location: MURRAY, UT
Job Type: Full Time

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Part-Time HS Earth Science Teacher - Utah Virtual Academy Job Code: 76547 Location: Murray, UT US Travel Involved: Job Type: Part Time Job Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education: Bachelorapos;s Degree Skills: Category: Education, Training, and Library Position Summary: Utah Virtual Academy (UTVA)gives Utah kids in grades K-12 the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them. UTVA offers: amp;middot; The award-winning Kamp;sup1;amp;sup2; curriculum amp;middot; Full- and part-time, tuition-free online public school option amp;middot; An active, supportive school community amp;middot; A range of extracurricular activities amp;middot; A robust Advanced Learner Program amp;middot; Books, materials, and loaner computer system (grades K-6) amp;middot; The only statewide virtual public charter school in the state to offer the complete Kamp;sup1;amp;sup2; experience amp;middot; A high school diploma that meets all state requirements. Part-Time HS Earth Science Teacher Utah Virtual Academy Utah Virtual Academy is seeking a highly qualified, motivated, and Utah certifiedHS Earth Science Teacherto work on apart-timebasis in an innovative environment. Virtual Teachers are part of a national pioneering effort in public education. Utah Virtual Academy Teachers should therefore share the schoolapos;s entrepreneurial spirit and passion to provide students with a world class educational program that blends virtual with face to face instruction. Teaching in a virtual charter school requires a strong educational background and a firm commitment to our innovative model. This will ensure that all of our Teachers can provide constant support and face-to-face meetings if necessary to our families. Requirements Job Requirements: As part of their regular teaching responsibilities, teachers are expected to fulfill duties in the following areas: amp;middot; Instruction and Student Achievement amp;middot; Learn the K12 curriculum for High School Earth Science for assigned grade levels amp;middot; Demonstrate knowledge of state standards and testing requirements amp;middot; Research and create lessons that complement/supplement the K12 curriculum amp;middot; Assess student academic progress, performance and attendance in the K12 Online School amp;middot; Provide students and parents with regular feedback regarding student performance and progress amp;middot; Support students with special needs, including participation on IEP teams amp;middot; Prepare students for standardized tests and proctor site-based exams amp;middot; Virtual Instructional Environment amp;middot; Create and manage home office amp;middot; Establish relationships with families amp;middot; Organize orientation, training, social and educational activities for students and families Professional Responsibilities amp;middot; Build community by contributing to school message boards, newsletter and events amp;middot; Participate in staff meetings and professional development sessions amp;middot; Support the national network of teachers in K12 virtual academies Qualifications: amp;middot; Meets Utahapos;s Highly Qualified Teacher requirements amp;middot; Bachelorapos;s degree amp;middot; 3+ years of teaching experience amp;middot; Current Teacher Certification for the State of Utah is required amp;middot; Endorsement or Certification in Earth Science is required amp;middot; Ability to support and guide adults, as well as students amp;middot; Strong communication, organization and time-management skills amp;middot; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and the Internet amp;middot; Flexible schedule with the ability to travel throughout the state amp;middot; Experience in a charter school or school of choice environment preferred amp;middot; Ability to learn new technology tools quickly (e.g., database and web-based tools) Be

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