High School English Teacher

High School English Teacher

Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School believes in education for anyone. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. Join us! The High School English Teacher is a highly qualified, Pennsylvania-certified educator who advances student achievement through engaging instruction, meaningful relationships, and data-informed decision making within a virtual learning environment. This position specializes in English Language Arts instruction for students in grades 7-12, fostering literacy, communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills while supporting students in meeting academic standards and graduation requirements. The Teacher creates equitable learning experiences, collaborates with families and colleagues, and remains adaptable to student and organizational needs in support of school-wide success. This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 8-4 or as defined by the school. Residency Requirement: Resident of Pennsylvania; residents of other states will be considered on a case by case basis. Salary will commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

• Advance student achievement and literacy development through engaging, standards-aligned instruction that promotes reading, writing, speaking, listening, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Foster a culture of high expectations by taking ownership of student academic progress, attendance, engagement, and achievement.
• Deliver synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences that support mastery of Pennsylvania Academic Standards, course objectives, and graduation requirements.
• Utilize academic, attendance, assessment, and engagement data to inform instructional decisions, monitor student growth, and provide targeted intervention, enrichment, and support.
• Create equitable and accessible learning experiences by implementing instructional strategies, accommodations, modifications, and supports that address the diverse needs of all learners, including multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and students requiring additional academic support.
• Prepare students for success on local and state assessments through intentional instruction, progress monitoring, intervention, and test readiness activities.
• Promote academic integrity, effective communication, and student ownership of learning while maintaining high expectations for performance and participation.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, grading, attendance, and required documentation in accordance with school expectations and applicable requirements.
• Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with students, families, and colleagues that support student success, engagement, and a positive school culture.
• Communicate proactively and responsively with students, families, and school personnel regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements.
• Partner with families to support student learning, engagement, and successful participation in the virtual learning environment.
• Collaborate with educators, support staff, and administrators to identify student needs, implement interventions, and promote positive academic outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by reflecting on instructional practices, implementing feedback, and engaging in ongoing professional learning.
• Maintain a growth mindset and demonstrate flexibility in response to changing student needs, instructional assignments, course offerings, and organizational priorities.
• Leverage technology, instructional resources, and innovative practices to create engaging, accessible, and student-centered learning experiences.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND Six (6) months of student teaching experience Endorsement: English 7 - 12 Minimum Required Skill Set Great organizational and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Adaptable technology skills Experience using search engines (internet) for research projects Experience using a student information system and/or other type of database Demonstrated competencies with general technology, Microsoft Office Platforms (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, etc.), Google Platforms, Zoom, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a virtual environment 1-3 years of experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick and mortar environment Experience with Class for Zoom or other programs for live virtual class meetings Experience with student assessments such as Exact Path, Study Island or AimsWeb Masters Degree and Level 2 Certification preferred Certificates and Licenses Appropriate PA state teaching certification for the grade level/subject content required