Elementary Teacher - Willamette Connections Academy

Elementary Teacher - Willamette Connections Academy

Company Summary
Willamette Connections Academy is a tuition‑free, K–12 online public school that students attend from home. Sponsored by Scio School District, it is state certified and open to students throughout Oregon.

Position Summary And Responsibilities

• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web‑conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
• Complete grading, create progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner.
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers regularly to develop and update Personal Learning Plans, score assessments, provide feedback and monitor assignment completion.
• Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K‑12 curriculum and detailed knowledge of the grades for which you are responsible.
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and additional assistance with daily assignments and projects.
• Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists via computer and telephone.
• Maintain student records and data, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and logging of all contacts.
• Consult with other teachers, team members and staff learning specialists to develop enrichment activities and program modifications.
• Coordinate social activities, relevant field trips, and other community activities with other teachers and Parent Community Coordinators.
• Manage regional field trips and integrate them into the curriculum.
• Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”.
• Assist in the organization and administration of state testing as directed.
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and marketing efforts that require teacher representation.
• Attend field trips and community activities implemented for families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Highly qualified and certified to teach Elementary grades in Oregon.
• Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Highly organized, punctual, and customer‑focused.
• Flexible, team player with demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to travel for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel).
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours as needed to support families.
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two‑step authentication.

Note:

The anticipated salary for Oregon-based individuals interested in this position ranges from $40,000–$54,000. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at

Willamette 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.