Online Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY

In this part-time role, the Online Instructor facilitates high-quality, Christ-centered instruction in a fully asynchronous online environment. All curriculum, course content, and assessments are provided. The instructor's primary responsibility is to support student learning through timely, engaging feedback, grading, communication, and academic guidance, while upholding the mission and values of Orange Lutheran High School. The instructor also fosters student engagement through regular course announcements, meaningful discussion board interaction, and responsive written and video communication, helping build connection, encourage reflection, and support a positive Christian learning community.

Reports to: Dean of Online Learning

Supervises: No supervisory duties

Hours of Work: Part-time, under 21 hours per week; varying schedule

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Facilitate student learning using provided curriculum and course materials
• Grade assignments in a timely manner, providing meaningful, constructive, and encouraging feedback on student performance
• Monitor student progress and uphold academic integrity
• Communicate professionally with parents, academic advisors, and administrators to support partnership in students' academic growth
• Hold a minimum of one office hour per week to be accessible to students
• Maintain accurate records in the learning management system (LMS) and student information systems (SIS)
• Complete required new teacher training and participate in assigned professional development opportunities
• Integrate a Christian worldview appropriately within the online classroom environment
• Adhere to all school policies, academic calendars, and professional expectations

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• Prior teaching experience strongly preferred
• Prior online teaching experience preferred, but not required
• A single subject teaching credential is preferred for core subjects such as math, science, English, social science, and world languages. Experience in place of credential will be considered
• Professional experience in areas outside of the core subjects such as art, music, technology, media, business, and fitness is desired for those courses
• Familiarity with LMS and SIS platforms preferred (Brightspace, Powerschool, Canvas, etc.)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCES

• Valid Fingerprint/ Background check clearance
• Mandated Reporter Training

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Highly knowledgeable in their subject area
• Knowledge of online education and educational technology

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to collaborate as a team member
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Passionate about serving God, teaching, and connecting with teens

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Exhibits the highest level of Christian integrity his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership.
• Ability to articulate their Christian faith
• An active member of a Christian church; the Missouri Synod preferred
• Supports the Mission and Statement of Faith of Orange Lutheran High School

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must have the physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above

• Frequently move about, sit for extended periods, talk and hear, use hands to handle, feel, or grasp objects
• Occasionally stand, walk, push, pull, or lift up to 10 pounds, reach with hands or arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, taste, or smell

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• The majority of work is performed in a climate-controlled setting, with occasional outside exposure to varying weather conditions.
• The noise level is that of a typical quiet office setting, with occasional exposure to moderate to loud noise

This job description intends to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments to address the needs of the school and changing business practices. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.