Adjunct Secondary CTE Information Technology Teacher - Colorado Connections Academy

Adjunct Secondary CTE Information Technology Teacher – Colorado Connections Academy

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Summary:

Colorado Connections Academy (ColoCA) schools are tuition‑free, online public schools serving students throughout the state. Colorado Summit Connections Academy and Colorado Connections Academy @ 27‑J serve students in grades K‑12 statewide, and are operated by Education ReEnvisioned BOCES and 27‑J schools through a contract with Connections Education, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Advanc

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Description: The Adjunct Secondary CTE Information Technology Teacher will “virtually” manage subject‑specific instructional programs from either the office in Englewood or a home office. Compensation will be based on the specific course workload and number of enrolled students. The teacher must monitor progress, evaluate work, run online instructional/tutorial sessions, provide academic guidance, and serve as the subject‑matter expert for a caseload of middle/high school students.

They will work regular office hours during the school day and additional hours outside normal school hours, consult with learning coaches and students via telephone, internet, and curriculum tools to ensure successful completion of each student’s instructional program.

• Communicate with parents/learning coaches, students, and other teachers via phone, Web Mail, asynchronous discussions, and synchronous conferencing.
• Instruct students, monitor student work, provide feedback, and suggest instructional approaches and strategies.
• Monitor completion of assignments in the given subject area.
• Score assessments and projects in the given subject area.
• Communicate with advisory teachers and school counselors; report student issues and coordinate communication schedules.
• Conduct online tutorial and instructional sessions for students (using online conferencing software).
• Develop detailed knowledge of the curriculum for which responsible (subject expert).
• Provide struggling students (and parents) with alternate strategies and additional assistance.
• Complete all required training sessions throughout the year.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Highly qualified and certified to teach Secondary CTE Information Technology in Colorado (appropriate to grade level and subject responsibilities).
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office).
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Customer‑focused approach.
• High degree of flexibility.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team‑player track record.
• Experience with online instruction is a plus.
• Own a computer with high‑speed Internet access that meets Connections Academy’s minimum technology specifications.
• Maintain posted office hours for at least 3 hours per week on two separate weekdays between 9 am and 5 pm.
• Complete required orientation and training programs at the beginning of the school year.
• May be required to attend training and/or meetings at the school office throughout the school year (frequency dependent on proximity to office).
• Comply with all provisions of the Connections Academy Work‑At‑Home Policy.

Colorado Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Note:

The anticipated starting salary for Colorado‑based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $39,600 and increases based on experience, degrees, and teaching subject. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Education and Training
Industry: Education