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Certified High School Social Studies Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy
Oregon Connections Academy, Duluth, Georgia, United States, 30155
Certified High School Social Studies Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy
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Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition‑free, full‑time virtual school for students in grades K‑12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. GACA is a nonprofit corporation operating through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, and is accredited by AdvancED and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.
Position Summary And Responsibilities Working from the Duluth Office, certified teachers will utilize the Pearson Online Classroom to support and motivate students, deliver synchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, and use data to diagnose student learning needs. All GACA staff must be able to participate in monthly in‑person activities, including but not limited to:
School and department meetings
Student engagement opportunities
Required training/development
School‑level events, such as state testing and graduation
This is a 10‑month, full‑time position.
The High School Social Studies Teacher will be responsible for:
Managing the instructional program for students and implementing research‑based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.
Cultivating students’ interest in education and development.
Developing curriculum to meet developmental goals and instructional activities.
Grading assignments in a timely manner and measuring progress of students toward their academic achievements on a regular basis, providing progress reports as required.
Evaluating students’ progress and using data to develop appropriate instructional strategies.
Creating positive relationships with students through frequent contacts via phone calls, webmail, and LiveLesson.
Creating positive relationships with caretakers and families through phone calls and webmail.
Working collaboratively with the learning team and department.
Communicating effectively with all members of the school district and community.
Attending all in‑person events and meetings, as required.
Attending all state testing, as required.
Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified and certified to teach Secondary Social Studies in Georgia.
Gifted Endorsement or willingness to receive Gifted Endorsement.
Experience teaching in a virtual classroom.
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite).
Exceptional customer service skills with a student and family focused approach.
Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Highly organized and punctual.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment.
Team‑player track record.
Competent professional with in‑depth knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational processes.
Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrate outstanding presentation and interpersonal abilities, react to change productively, and be able to handle tasks as assigned.
Two‑step authentication required to set up login to all systems if given a job offer.
Employment type: Full‑time
Salary range: $62,580.00 – $127,104.00
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Certified High School Social Studies Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy
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Oregon Connections Academy
Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition‑free, full‑time virtual school for students in grades K‑12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. GACA is a nonprofit corporation operating through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, and is accredited by AdvancED and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.
Position Summary And Responsibilities Working from the Duluth Office, certified teachers will utilize the Pearson Online Classroom to support and motivate students, deliver synchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, and use data to diagnose student learning needs. All GACA staff must be able to participate in monthly in‑person activities, including but not limited to:
School and department meetings
Student engagement opportunities
Required training/development
School‑level events, such as state testing and graduation
This is a 10‑month, full‑time position.
The High School Social Studies Teacher will be responsible for:
Managing the instructional program for students and implementing research‑based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.
Cultivating students’ interest in education and development.
Developing curriculum to meet developmental goals and instructional activities.
Grading assignments in a timely manner and measuring progress of students toward their academic achievements on a regular basis, providing progress reports as required.
Evaluating students’ progress and using data to develop appropriate instructional strategies.
Creating positive relationships with students through frequent contacts via phone calls, webmail, and LiveLesson.
Creating positive relationships with caretakers and families through phone calls and webmail.
Working collaboratively with the learning team and department.
Communicating effectively with all members of the school district and community.
Attending all in‑person events and meetings, as required.
Attending all state testing, as required.
Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified and certified to teach Secondary Social Studies in Georgia.
Gifted Endorsement or willingness to receive Gifted Endorsement.
Experience teaching in a virtual classroom.
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite).
Exceptional customer service skills with a student and family focused approach.
Strong interpersonal skills which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Highly organized and punctual.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment.
Team‑player track record.
Competent professional with in‑depth knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational processes.
Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrate outstanding presentation and interpersonal abilities, react to change productively, and be able to handle tasks as assigned.
Two‑step authentication required to set up login to all systems if given a job offer.
Employment type: Full‑time
Salary range: $62,580.00 – $127,104.00
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