Teacher, Special Education - Virtual Loudoun Online Summer Term 3

Job Overview

Under general supervision of the Virtual Loudoun Supervisor, provides an instructional program consistent with the goals and objectives of the School Division as we strive toward deeper learning; implements an engaging and effective, personalized learning program though the Loudoun County Public School’s Learning Management System, utilizing high yield online learning strategies and digital content that is aligned to targeted instruction to meet individual student learning needs; works with the program staff and community to maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning and appropriate student behavior in an online environment; performs other duties as assigned.

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:

• Plan and implement appropriate instructional and/or learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate kind and level of materials, provide appropriate learning experiences, manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning
• Continually assess student achievement and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes
• Participate in professional development activities and staff meetings, as required or assigned
• Implement professional development expectations and regularly use formative data (observations, student reflections, quick checks, digital content usage, etc.) and student academic data to monitor success and continuously improve personalized learning experiences for student success
• Continually assess, document, and share student achievement data with students to create goals and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes
• Plan and implement appropriate online instructional and/or learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate kind and level of materials, provide appropriate learning experiences, manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning
• Manage the behavior of online learners in an instructional setting to ensure that the online environment is conducive to the learning process.
• Collaborate and coordinate instructional activities with Virtual Loudoun Instructional Designer and members of his/her course CLT as required, to maximize personalized learning opportunities for students
• Communicate with parents through email, phone conferences, and other means

Qualifications

Below are the qualifications for this position:

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Experience

Successful completion of LCPS’s Online Teacher Methodology Course or an equivalent.

Licenses/Certifications

Must have or be eligible for Virginia licensure with appropriate endorsement(s).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of instructional specialty(ies) to which assigned in online teaching
• Knowledge of pre-adolescent and adolescent growth and development
• Knowledge of Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) curriculum related to assignments and School Division mission, goals, and organization
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs
• Skill in the use of multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on Division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents
• Skill in oral and written communications
• Excellent human relations skills.

Physical Requirements

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

This position is eligible for remote work, but also may require in-person attendance at job-related meetings, training sessions, and conferences, as requested by the employee's supervisor.

Candidate must live within a commutable distance of Loudoun County Public Schools.

Reports to: Supervisor, Virtual Loudoun

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Months/Days/Hours: As needed

Salary Level: Banded Rates: Band 15

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range: $39.14 hourly