Part Time Instructor - Social Studies

All Michigan Virtual instructors must be highly qualified Michigan certified teachers in the content areas for which they are instructing. Residents of Michigan strongly preferred.

Position Title: Part Time Instructor - Social Studies (Middle/High School Level)

Reports To: Instructional Support Manager

Department/Team: Learning Services/Instruction

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Location: Remote with some work scheduled at main office

in Lansing, Michigan

Pay: Piece-Rate; Approximately $125/enrollment

Required Certification (One Or More Of The Following)

(RX) Social Studies, (CA) Economics, (CB) Geography, (CC) History, (CD) Political Science, (CE) Psychology, (CF) Sociology, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Psychology A & B, AP US Gov/Politics, AP US History, AP World History

Technology Requirements: Personal Computer that is owned and/or controlled by the individual, excluding tablets or Chromebooks. Smartphone or Tablet to use for two-factor identification. Unrestricted High-speed Internet Access.

Position Summary

Facilitates an instructional program that has been developed and aligned to state standards. Feedback is provided by the instructor in an online environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The instructor will be working in a part-time status and is required to provide academic support for no more than 70 students for a semester, 55 students for a trimester, 45 students for a summer term in a variety of courses aligned with course discipline (actual student numbers will vary depending on enrollment requests and cannot be guaranteed). This position requires daily work (Monday-Friday) with a weekly established office hour (at least 1 hour between 8a-7pm per week) for students from multiple schools. This position requires logging into class daily, replying to students, mentors, parents or stakeholders within 24 hours, and providing feedback on student assignments within 72 hours of submission Monday through Friday. Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community. Maintains professional expertise with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities. The successful candidate will be required to support instruction in specific content areas (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Electives, or World Language) using MV course materials. This position is based on a term-by-term appointment with no more than 19 hours per week expected.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Facilitates instructional activities and supplemental materials that facilitate actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences for all Michigan Virtual students in certified content area(s).
• Provide all needed contact information within the course’s instructor profile including but not limited to MV email and a phone number.
• Maintains regular communications with other MV staff, students, parents, and school personnel during daytime hours within 24 hours.
• Maintains a minimum of one (1) office hour a week between the hours of 8:00am and 7:00 pm posted in the course instructor profile.
• Provides appropriate detailed feedback, grading and assessment of student work within 72 hours (96 hours for courses in English Language Arts, Advanced Placement, and select social studies courses).
• Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development including assessment, evaluation, support learning and active participation in online discussion forums among other assessment types ensuring to contact students on a regular basis regarding their progress.
• Engages in the development of a virtual class culture which includes but is not limited to weekly course announcements for students.
• Updates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law and school regulations including tracking documents related to Special Education requirements.
• Prepares required monthly progress updates, attendance and academic reports on student performance and activities on an ongoing basis to ensure all stakeholders are properly informed and submit final term scores within one (1) week of the end of the term.
• Required to attend in-person annual two-day professional development event: Collaboration of the Minds (August) and two (2) virtual department meetings per school year. Additional professional learning/development events are optional.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. All work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning.
  
  

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, & LICENSES (minimum requirements):

• Bachelor’s degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possesses and maintains a valid Secondary Teaching Certificate in specific content area with designation of Highly Qualified status.
  
  

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (minimum requirements):

• Minimum of one to three years of successful teaching at the middle or high school level.
  
  

DESIRED EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree or higher preferred (Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Content Specific).
• Successful experience teaching online and/or in a blended learning environment preferred.
  
  

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (minimum requirements):

• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills
• Works independently with little direct supervision
• Works collaboratively with others
• Accepts responsibility, self-motivated and holds a growth mindset
• Flexible work habits, tech savvy, problem-solver, innovative thinker
• Positive attitude and student-centered focus
• Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve academic goals
• Displays effective multitasking and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, video conference tools, LMS, and other learning tools
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of stakeholders, students, teachers, and staff
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT and/or PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job

• The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom setting.
• Sit in a normal seated or standing position in front of a computer for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
• Ability to see and hear within normal parameters with or without reasonable accommodation.
  
  

This position description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis; it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This position description does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Our Company – Improving Learning, Improving Lives

Michigan Virtual is a Lansing-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation with a national reputation for excellence in online and blended learning with Michigan’s K-12 education community. Our most valuable asset is our employees and we have received several top industry and workplace awards. Eighty-seven percent (87%) of our full-time team members reported being highly satisfied on our latest annual employee engagement survey. Founded in 1998, Michigan Virtual annually provides more than 30,000 online course enrollments for students and delivers more than 100,000 hours of online professional development programming for Michigan school personnel. We also operate the Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute (MVLRI) to examine and promote best practices in digital learning. We employ 396 full- and part-time teachers, professionals, and support staff who like to have fun at work and are committed to making a difference in the world.

Our Mission

Advance both learning and teaching through research, practice, and partnerships.

Our Vision

Every person can use digital learning to reach their full potential.

Our Values

• Put Learners First
• Act with Integrity
• Embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Pursue Excellence
• Create Awesome Experiences
• Incite Curiosity
  
  

EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENCIES:

A Successful Candidate May Be Required To

• Submit to a criminal fingerprinting background check (conducted by outside party).
• Submit and pass pre-employment substance abuse testing, if requested.
• Provide a photocopy of their valid driver's license for tax purposes.
• Present a Social Security Card for name verification and payroll purposes.
• Sign a copy of the Michigan Virtual Non-disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement and Michigan Virtual Acceptable Use Policy for Computing Resources.
  
  

Michigan Virtual is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.