Secondary Teacher, Social Studies (9-12)

Position Details

• Reporting Manager : Principal, 9-12
• Status : Salary, Exempt
• Type : Regular, Full-Time (12 Months)
• Program :  Tri-Star Virtual Academy (TN)

Overview
As a Secondary Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional virtual education to secondary school students. This position requires experience and knowledge in Social Studies but also a deep understanding of virtual teaching methodologies, technology integration, and the ability to inspire and engage students in an online setting.

• Develop and adapt curriculum materials that align with state standards and cater to the diverse learning styles and needs of virtual students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive online learning environment, implementing effective strategies for student engagement, participation, and behavior management.
• Utilize innovative and interactive teaching methods to deliver engaging Social Studies lessons, incorporating multimedia resources, discussion forums, and collaborative activities during live sessions during scheduled learning activities. 
• Participate in live learning sessions, in addition to preparing recorded learning activities, for all students, with support from the designated Department Chair. 
• Design, administer, and assess student assignments, projects, and exams. 
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to guide students in their academic progress.
• Offer additional support and resources to students who may require extra assistance, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to succeed.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress, addressing concerns, and collaborating on strategies to support student success.
• Stay informed about best practices in online education, Social Studies curriculum developments, and virtual teaching methodologies. 
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Minimum of two (2) years of successful teaching experience, preferably in a secondary setting.
• Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) in a professional or academic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas via written channels (Email, Google Chat, and Document Comments) with high clarity and low ambiguity.
• Access to a private, secure, high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds.
• Desire to put students first;
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned;
• Commitment to data-driven instructional practices;
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior;
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technology skills and familiarity with virtual learning platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to the virtual learning environment.

Success Profile

• Instructional Effectiveness:  Delivers engaging, standards-aligned instruction and uses multiple strategies to support diverse learners in a virtual environment.
• Data-Informed Instruction:  Uses student assessment data to adjust instruction, identify learning gaps, and support continuous academic growth.
• Collaboration & Instructional Adaptability:  Works effectively with colleagues and support staff, adapting instruction and co-teaching strategies to meet individual student needs.

Education & Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university;
• Valid Tennessee teaching certificate with endorsements in Social Studies or related training and work experience.

Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only)

• Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
• Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option.
• 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment
• Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25)
• 11 Company-paid Holidays

Employment "At-Will" Statement :  For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) :  Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.