Experienced and Passionate Elementary School Teacher Wanted for Indiana Gateway Digital Academy (INGDA) - Join Our Team of Dedicated Educators and Make a Difference in the Lives of Students

Welcome to Indiana Gateway Digital Academy (INGDA)

At INGDA, we believe in providing high-quality, personalized education to students of all backgrounds and abilities. As a Stride K12 partner school, we are committed to creating a culture of inclusion, diversity, and innovation, where our employees are passionate about serving students and families. We are dedicated to helping students thrive, find their passion, and learn at their own pace. If you are a passionate and experienced elementary school teacher looking to make a difference in the lives of students, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

We are seeking a highly qualified and state-certified elementary school teacher to join our team of dedicated educators. As a teacher at INGDA, 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, and learning coaches to advance each student's learning toward established goals. This is a full-time position that requires the ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week, and maintain a professional home office without distraction during the workday.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 local/regional/national teams and teacher trainers regarding instruction, resources, interventions, and data-driven decision making
• Makes self open and available to be coached on a regular basis with administrators and teacher trainers
• Under guidance from principal and coach, 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, alerts 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
• Supports learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues in a virtual classroom environment that is in line with academy policies and procedures
• Supports students and learning coaches with the set-up and maintenance of their learning environment, including basic computer troubleshooting
• 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 a timely manner

Other Essential Functions:

• Organizes social and educational activities for students and families, including sponsorship of virtual clubs, outings, marketing events, or other extracurricular activities as required
• Travels to testing sites to proctor state exams

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Six (6) months of student teaching experience
• Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) in subject area under No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
• Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking
• Knowledge of state content standards and ability to align those with the K12 curriculum
• Ability to embrace change and 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 K12 systems, programs, and curriculum
• Ability to clear 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, Newrow, or other online platforms

What We Offer

At INGDA, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration. As a virtual school, we offer the flexibility to work from home, with occasional travel required for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and other school events.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is virtual with 20% required travel.

Career Growth Opportunities:

At INGDA, we are committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their careers. We offer professional development opportunities, mentorship, and coaching to help our teachers succeed and advance in their careers. We believe in promoting from within and offer opportunities for advancement to those who demonstrate exceptional performance and a commitment to our mission and values.

Company Culture:

At INGDA, we are passionate about creating a culture of inclusion, diversity, and innovation. We believe in treating each other with respect, kindness, and compassion, and in fostering a sense of community and belonging among our employees, students, and families. We are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of our students and in the communities we serve.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate and experienced elementary school teacher looking to make a difference in the lives of students, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to be considered for this exciting opportunity. We can't wait to hear from you and explore how you can join our team of dedicated educators and make a difference in the lives of our students.

We Want to Hear From You!

If this role sounds like a perfect fit, don't hesitate. Apply today and let's build the future together. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination, where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.