Certified High School Health and Physical Education Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Certified High School Health and Physical Education Teacher – Georgia Connections Academy

Qualified, EOE, offer opportunity to teach virtual high‑school students in Georgia. Teacher will deliver synchronous and asynchronous instruction through Pearson Online Classroom, provide intervention and enrichment, engage families, and use data to drive student learning and growth. Applications are accepted for the 2026‑2027 school year.

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition‑free, full‑time virtual school for grades K‑12 across Georgia. Authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission, it is guided by a Board of Directors and accredited by Advanc

ED, Southern Association of Colleges & Schools, and the State of Georgia. The organization’s mission is to maximize academic achievement for students who seek alternative academic options.

Working from the Duluth, GA office and from your home office within Georgia, certified teachers at Georgia Connections Academy support and motivate students through high‑quality virtual instruction using the Pearson Online Classroom. Teachers deliver synchronous and asynchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, engage families, and use data to drive student learning and growth.

• Regular participation in required in‑person activities that may require overnight travel throughout the state of Georgia, including:
• School and department meetings
• Student engagement events
• Professional development and required training
• State testing, End‑of‑Pathway testing, and all in‑person summative and formative assessments
• Graduation and other school‑level events
• Support virtual administration of assessments as scheduled by the school

• Deliver high‑quality synchronous instruction and create asynchronous resources aligned to GACA curriculum and state standards.
• Provide differentiated Tier 1 instruction and collaborate within the MTSS/RTI model to plan and deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers and support staff to ensure all student accommodations are implemented with fidelity and aligned to individualized learning needs.
• Use assessment data to diagnose student learning needs, plan instruction, monitor progress, and adjust strategies to ensure growth.
• Maintain deep knowledge of assigned courses and general awareness of K‑12 curriculum pathways.

• Build strong, positive relationships with students and families to support academic success and engagement.
• Provide clear, consistent, and timely feedback on all student work and assessments.
• Conduct parent conferences, create and update Personal Learning Plans, and communicate regularly regarding progress, attendance, and needs.
• Support students with alternate lessons, assessments, and targeted instructional strategies to meet individualized learning goals.

• Administer, score, and provide feedback on formative and summative assessments, including monthly progress monitoring, CFAs, and EOCs where applicable.
• Participate in all required Georgia state standardized assessments in person and virtual sessions, including Georgia Milestones, ACCESS, Georgia Alternative Assessment, etc., in addition to End‑of‑Pathway, benchmarks, CFAs, and diagnostic assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, communication logs, academic progress, and intervention documentation.

• Work collaboratively within the Professional Learning Community to monitor data, plan instruction, and ensure student success.
• Partner with Advisory Teachers, School Counselors, Special Education staff, and team members to meet student needs and ensure strong communication loops.
• Support social, engagement, and community‑building activities—both virtual and in‑person—to cultivate belonging for students and families.
• Attend required school and district professional development and pursue ongoing growth in instructional practice.

• Assist in the organization and facilitation of school‑wide events (graduation, field trips, engagement…