Teacher - Substitute Special Education

Harrisburg, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2024
Who we are:
Reach Cyber Charter School is a tuition-free online public K–12 school in Pennsylvania, connecting students with certified teachers and a high-quality curriculum. Authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education in 2016, Reach Cyber Charter School is state certified and open to students throughout Pennsylvania with a vision to inspire and nurture future success for all students. Our Reach family promotes a vision that provides a collaborative team environment and allows you to utilize various resources to inspire and nurture future success for all students in Pennsylvania.
 
Position Summary:
Certified teachers will “virtually” manage instructional programs through use of the telephone, internet and various curriculum tools. They will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. The Substitute Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:
 
  •  Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
  • Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
  • Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and caretakers);
  • Communicate with caretakers, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects;
  • Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that caretakers have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the teachers;
  • Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
  • Support students and caretakers with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
  • Communicate regularly with caretakers, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone;
  • Keep student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and parent contacts;
  • Consult with other teachers and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
  • Work with other teachers to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
  • Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
  • Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
  • Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
  • Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
  • Work with Advisory Teachers and School Counselors to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
  • Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families;
  • Other duties as assigned.
Education/Qualifications
Minimum Education/Certification:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in relevant subject matter
  • Appropriately certified to teach in Pennsylvania
  • Possesses all PDE required clearances for school-based personnel
Experience Requirements:
  • Cyber teaching experience is preferred, but not required
  • Ability to effectively disseminate information, both orally and in writing to all stakeholders
  • Knowledge of web-based applications and data management systems
  • Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Proficiency in computer applications, specifically Google environments.
Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities:
  •  Must reside in the state of Pennsylvania
  • Ability to pass the background checks required for all school employees in Pennsylvania.
  • This position could include limited travel and could include limited overnight travel.
What we offer you for all your hard work:
Reach Cyber Charter School is dedicated to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package offering flexibility to customize benefits to meet your needs by offering major medical, dental, and vision; HSA and FSA; company paid Basic Life/AD&D, STD, LTD and EAP; a retirement plan; voluntary Life/AD&D; as well as perks and discount programs.
 
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Statement of Principle
Reach's Mission is to help each student maximize their potential through an individualized learning program. We strive to model our mission by empowering Staff to authentically show up with their skills, knowledge, competencies, strengths, curiosity, and unique lived experiences. Reach is committed to having inclusive policies and practices to establish a workplace of inclusion which continues to foster a belonging culture for staff, students, and families.

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