Long Term Virtual Substitute Teacher

About the Team The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Washington is a K-12 tuition-free online public school in the state of Washington. At VPA Washington, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them – using innovative technology at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace. We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods. About the Opportunity • Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor • Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals • Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices • Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System • Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily • Track and maintain contact with each student • Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students • Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students • Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction • Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students • Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues • Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond • Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child • Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings • Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person • Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues • Travel to support required face to face state testing annually • Perform other duties as assigned About You • Current Washington teaching license in appropriate content area • Washington residency required • Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards • Preferred two years’ experience teaching • High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring • High quality written and verbal communication skills • High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook • Ability to properly manage confidential information • Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time • Ability to supervise students in all school settings • Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks • Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred About Us “We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities. Compensation and Benefits: The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. The daily rate for this position is between $165 - $200 per full day (8 hours). Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. Apply tot his job