Gateway Online Academy of Ohio is a fulltime, online option for students that need to catch-up and cross the finish line to high school graduation. Gateway is a proud member of the Accel Schools network, with decades of experience serving students virtually throughout the United States. Join this exciting movement and watch students explore, grow, and learn in an innovative public-school option, at home. 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. Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events. About YouAbout Us
Applicants in Colorado, California, New York, and Washington State are not eligible for this position** About the Opportunity
Support new and returning students and families through the onboarding process and completion of required tasks
Review transcripts and offer guidance to students and families on class selections in order to support career advising, create a schedule, and confirm grade level placement
Ongoing course planning and academic support as required
Serve as the primary point of contact for school administration in developing plans to address barriers to full achievement of attendance, academic, and behavioral goals
Facilitate Advisory sessions and implementation of a Life Skills curriculum
Responsible for tracking and reporting data as directed by supervisor
Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and other school staff to ascertain students’ academic needs and create an academic remediation plan and provide support towards completion of plan
Work with overage students and develop plan to help get back on track for graduation in coordination with teachers
Provide research-based strategies to give students and parents the necessary skills and knowledge to help them communicate effectively with teachers and administrators in order to ensure student goals are met
Facilitate individual and group training/support and provide academic resources to help students increase academic achievement
Collaborate with students regularly to check in on progress in classes, keeping students accountable for achieving their academics, attendance, engagement, and behavioral goals
Work in Partnership with teachers and parents on evaluation of student progress and implementation of student objectives
Maintain effective communication with teaching staff on student progress and concerns
Conduct conferences with parents and students
Prepare for and/or attend student gatherings
Provide parent workshops and other activities to ensure quality delivery of services
Maintain accurate documentation of student performance, progress, needs, and academic support
Travels to support testing efforts within the state as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Services, Related Field
2+ years of experience in the 9-12 educational setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Products
Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality.
Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic.
Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations
Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated.
Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently.
Customer service oriented
Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members.
Prior experience working in a school setting preferred.
Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
Understanding and ability to manage confidential information
Ability to lift 25 lbs.
Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
“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.
We offer the following benefits:
Life benefits – time & peace of mind
Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
Health benefits – stay well & thrive
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary short-term disability insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance
Career benefits – keep growing
Career advancement opportunities throughout Pansophic Learning and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals
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