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Metro East Web Academy Mission

Redefining normal: Breaking barriers in education

Job Title: Teacher/Mentor

Start: Fall 2024

Rate of Pay: 1.0 FTE

193 day agreement/year

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Must be available to be on-site 1-2 days per week
• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that actively engage students in a relevant and rigorous learning environment
• Collaborate with teacher, counselors, and support service staff to develop personalized instruction to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
• Utilize assessments (formative and summative) to guide instruction
• Participate in data teams, RTI, IEP and other meetings/programs to facilitate or enhance instruction and/or engagement
• Provide constructive and meaningful student feedback in a timely manner (24 hours)
• Grade and post student work in a timely manner (24-48 hours)
• Interact with students and parents/guardians via email, instant message, threaded discussions, and phone calls
• Develop and facilitate synchronous/asynchronous learning opportunities
• Manage labs and offer office hours
• Monitor student progress and demonstrate gains in student performance
• Meet professional obligations by attending staff meetings, participating in professional learning communities, and meeting deadlines
• Organize and/or participate in field trips, clubs, and elective courses
• Serve as a mentor for a group of students and actively engage with these students on a regular basis
• Participate in Metro East Web Academy’s new staff training program (new hires only)
• Complete requirements for state and local assessments
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Reports to Principal & Executive Director

Minimum Expectations:

• High school or middle school classroom experience and multiple endorsements preferred
• Experience in taking, teaching, developing an online course, or highly competent in integrating online learning in the classroom
• Ability to relate well to a variety of individuals (i.e. parents, students, staff, and community)
• High level of computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, database skills, desktop publishing, Web 2.0 tools, and Google Docs
• Familiar with student information and learning management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods, work independently, execute written and oral directions.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of the position including reaching and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality regarding students, parents, and staff
• Independently perform job duties
• Maintain professional atmosphere
• Possess current teaching credentials and meet highly qualified teacher status
• Ability to pass criminal background check, possess Oregon driver’s license
• Ability to obtain mandatory trainings (e.g. First Aid/CPR, Medications, Blood borne Pathogens, Child Safety, and FERPA)

Education:

• Master’s or Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field with current Oregon teaching credential or ability to obtain prior to start date

**The Metro East Web Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. 

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.  If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact MEWA Administration to discuss your application.  Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.