Part Time Instructor - English/Visual Performing Arts

Position Type:
Online Instructor/Michigan Virtual Employee
Date Posted:
10/2/2023
Location:
REMOTE
Date Available:
AS NEEDED
Closing Date:
WE RECRUIT YEAR ROUND
All Michigan Virtual instructors must be highly qualified Michigan certified teachers in the content areas for which they are instructing.
Position Title: Part TimeInstructor - English/Visual Performing Arts (Middle/High School Level)
Reports To: Instructional Support Manager
Department/Team: Student Learning Services
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Fixed-Term; Annual Contract
Job Type: Part-Time (No more than 19 hours per week)
FLSA Status: Exempt Salary
Pay Type & Range: Salary Structure - Approximately $125 per enrollment
Technology Requirements: Personal Computer that is owned and/or controlled by the individual, excluding tablets or Chromebooks. Smartphone or Tablet to use for two-factor identification. Unrestricted High-speed Internet Access.
Residents of Michigan strongly preferred.
Required Certification (One or more of the following):
(AX) Communication Arts, (BX) Language Arts, (BA) English, (BC) Journalism, (BR) Reading Specialist, (BT) Reading, (NS) English as a Second Language, (JQ) Music Education, (LQ) Visual Arts Education, (LZ) Visual Arts Education Specialist, (OX) Fine Arts, AP Art History, AP English Lang/Comp, AP English Lit/Comp
POSITION SUMMARY:
Plans, organizes, and delivers an instructional program that has already been developed and aligned to state standards. Feedback is provided by the instructor in an online environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The instructor will be working in a part-time status and is required to provide academic support to approximately 70 students maximum for semester, 57 students maximum for trimester, 47 students maximum for summer in a variety of courses at varying levels of complexity, encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. This position requires daily work (Monday-Friday) with established office hours defined for students from multiple Michigan schools. This position requires logging into class daily, response to students, mentors, parents or stakeholders within 24 hours, and scoring of student assignments within 72 hours of submission Monday through Friday. The successful candidate will be required to deliver instruction in specific content areas (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Electives, or World Language) using MV course materials. This position is based on a term-by-term appointment with no more than 19 hours per week. Part-Time Instructors will be assigned to work from home but will also be required to attend a minimum of one professional development event throughout the year to include: Collaboration of the Minds (August) and two(2) department meetings per school year. Other professional development events are optional.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans, prepares, and delivers instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences for all Michigan Virtual students in certified content area(s)
2. Provide all needed contact information within the course instructors info including but not limited to MVU email and a phone number (recommend Google Voice number).
3. Sounding board for student, mentor, and parent issues
4. Provides professional/operational advice and feedback to instructors within their discipline, and across disciplines
5. Creates instructional supplemental materials for students
6. Maintains regular communications with other MV staff, students, parents, and school personnel during daytime hours within 24 hours
7. Maintains a minimum of one (1) office hour a week between the hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm posted in course instructor info
8. Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
9. Observes and evaluates student performance and development
10. Assigns and grades class work, homework, tests and assignments
11. Provides appropriate feedback on student work within 72 hours, or 96 hours for courses in English Language Arts, Advanced Placement, and select social studies courses
12. Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students
13. Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development including grading/responding to online discussions, contacting students via e-mail or instant messaging on a regular basis
14. Posts course announcements to students a minimum of once a week throughout the term
15. Updates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law and school regulations including tracking documents related to Special Education requirements
16. Prepares required reports on student performance and activities at least two times per term
17. Submits final term scores within one (1) week of the end of the term
18. Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community
19. Prepares required reports on student performance and activities
20. Maintains professional expertise with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
21. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. All work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, & LICENSES (minimum requirements):

• Bachelor's degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess and maintain a valid Secondary Teaching Certificate in specific content area with designation of Highly Qualified status
• High-speed Internet connection at home office

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (minimum requirements):

• Minimum of three years of successful teaching at the middle or high school level

DESIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree or higher preferred (Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Content Specific)
• Successful experience teaching online and/or in a blended learning environment preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (minimum requirements):

• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills
• Works independently with little direct supervision
• Works collaboratively with others
• Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated
• Flexible work habits
• Willingness to grow and improve
• Positive attitude
• Focus on student-centered learning
• Innovative thinker
• Technology savvy
• Problem-solver
• Online Pedagogical Knowledge/Skills
• Taken an online course
• Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve academic goals
• Displays effective multi-tasking and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Adobe Connect, Brightspace LMS, e-texts, and other learning tools
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of stakeholders, students, teachers, and staff
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT and/or PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job

• The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom setting
• Sit in a normal seated or standing position in front of a computer for extended periods of time
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate
• Ability to see and hear within normal parameters

This position description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis; it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This position description does not exclude other duties as assigned.
Our Company - Improving Learning, Improving Lives
Michigan Virtual is a Lansing-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation with a national reputation for excellence in online and blended learning with Michigan's K-12 education community. Our most valuable asset is our employees and we have received several top industry and workplace awards. Ninety-seven percent (97%) of our full-time team members reported being highly satisfied on our latest annual employee engagement survey. Founded in 1998, Michigan Virtual annually provides more than 30,000 online course enrollments for students and delivers more than 100,000 hours of online professional development programming for Michigan school personnel. We also operate the Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute (MVLRI) to examine and promote best practices in digital learning. We employ 396 full- and part-time teachers, professionals, and support staff who like to have fun at work and are committed to making a difference in the world.
Our Mission
Advance both learning and teaching through research, practice, and partnerships.
Our Vision
Every person can use digital learning to reach their full potential.
Our Values

• Put Learners First
• Act with Integrity
• Embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Pursue Excellence
• Create Awesome Experiences
• Incite Curiosity

EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENCIES:
A successful candidate may be required to:

• Submit to a criminal fingerprinting background check (conducted by outside party).
• Submit and pass pre-employment substance abuse testing, if requested.
• Provide a photocopy of their valid driver's license for tax purposes.
• Present a Social Security Card for name verification and payroll purposes.
• Sign a copy of the Michigan Virtual Non-disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement and Michigan Virtual Acceptable Use Policy for Computing Resources.

Michigan Virtual is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.