E-Learning & Online Teaching

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Instructors – High School
Kaplan Virtual Education
These positions are located in Columbia, MD

NOTE: We are hiring teachers in our Columbia, MD location for the following subject areas: Math, English, Social Studies, Science

The full time instructor is responsible for implementing appropriate teaching and grading strategies that assist each student in achieving his/her academic potential while also providing superior customer service to all internal and external customers.

Typical activities include:
• Assists the Department Chairs with development of the annual strategic process for the respective department.
• Paces assigned students according to school pacing plans to maintain student retention
• Grades student work as prescribed by KVE using pedagogical strategies and established KVE grading rubrics that contribute to a climate where students are “actively engaged” in meaningful learning experiences.
• Works with principal and other KVE instructors to produce learning experiences suited to the grade level and to the student developmental level that will enhance student achievement.
• Maintains appropriate levels of phone contact with students and parents.
• Provides feedback on graded assignments, in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Uses effective written communication skills with students on a regular basis.
• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents and community.
• Reviews contemporary educational literature to remain current with information related to job responsibility.
• Responds promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.
• Meets established deadlines.
• Conform with and abide by KVE regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.

A likely activities breakdown (must equal 100%):

• Provides instruction to students in subject area(s) including grading 60%
• Manages student/parent experience which includes student pace management 25%
• Liaising with department, teachers, and principal on school and student issues 10%
• Preparing reports and maintaining standard operating procedures 5%
Experience Required:
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a major in education and subject area.
• Teacher certification in subject area.
• Prior teaching experience is desired.
Position Requirements /Scope of the Job/ Skills Required:
• Strong knowledge of subject area certification.
• Knowledge of school policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Emphasis on excellent written and verbal communication.

To apply, please email your resume to kvecareers@kaplan.edu or online at Kaplan Virtual Education