Teacher - RAIL Academy - General Interest

Reports To Coordinator of Online Learning Work Year Days 184 Salary Teacher Pay Scale Primary Purpose Coordinate the development and implementation of online and blended courses and programs. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Frisco RAIL (Reaching All Innovative Learners) As part of the RAIL program, our Academy Program is held on each Frisco ISD campus. Academy courses provide students the opportunity to catch up with their academic plan, build confidence, and accelerate their learning. Qualifications Education/Certification :Bachelor’s degree Valid Texas teaching certificate in secondary content area Special Knowledge/Skills :Working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) including Canvas and Google Suite Serve as a student advocate to provide direction and support by creating and monitoring processes that will ensure student success in the online environment Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the Frisco RAIL Highly skilled at implementing exemplary educational practices resulting in demonstrated student achievement gains Ability to organize, prioritize, manage, and carry out duties efficiently and within established timeframes Ability to use effective strategies in differentiating instruction Knowledge of curriculum and instructional best practices for online learning Demonstrate operational knowledge of a variety of technology equipment, including Internet and web-related technologies Ability to listen and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and administrators Demonstrated effective data-based problem-solving skills Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned Experience: Minimum of 3 years secondary teaching experience in a classroom setting Experience teaching online preferred Previous work with at-risk students preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Strategies : Implement instruction that aligns with the mission and vision of the Frisco RAIL. Foster instructional activities that contribute to a positive environment where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences. Use a variety of programs and software applications, as appropriate, to complete instructional and administrative tasks, including Google Suite. Use formative and summative assessments in order to differentiate and improve instructional practices and strategies and provide feedback to students and parents. Participate in teacher training and other professional learning opportunities as scheduled by the supervisor. Exhibit a willingness to work a flexible online schedule including evening and weekend…