Virtual 6-12 ELA Teacher certified in CA, WA, PA, TN, MI, CO, or TX
The Virtual 6-12 ELA Teacher is a state-certified educator responsible for delivering online English Language Arts instruction tailored to individual student needs. This role involves monitoring student progress, employing effective online teaching strategies, managing a positive virtual classroom environment, and collaborating with students, parents, and colleagues to support academic success in a fully remote setting.
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Position Summary
Confidential Client is hiring a Virtual 6-12 ELA Teacher to deliver engaging online English Language Arts instruction. This is a part-time, contract, virtual role based in West Virginia. Compensation: $22–$26 per hour.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client seeks an experienced, state-certified educator to teach and support secondary ELA students in a virtual environment. As the Virtual Instructor you will:
- Deliver high-quality online instruction aligned to course rubrics and state standards
- Use synchronous and asynchronous tools to present lessons and support diverse learners
- Monitor student progress and attendance using the learning management system
- Provide timely, substantive feedback on assignments (3 business day turnaround)
- Maintain accurate records for grading, attendance, and reporting per client procedures and applicable state law
- Communicate proactively with students, families, mentors, and administrators
- Participate in department meetings, professional development, and training sessions
- Adapt instruction for students with 504 plans or IEPs
- Uphold confidentiality, academic integrity, and all client policies
Performance Measures
- Timely and accurate completion of assessments, grades, and student communications
- Successful completion of required trainings
- Positive collaboration and communication with students, families, and colleagues
- Achievement of established personal and professional goals
- Completion of other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Current valid teaching credential appropriate for the assigned grade levels (state teaching credential)
- Minimum six (6) months student teaching experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Successful background check (FBI fingerprint clearance where required)
- Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with K–12 students
- Ability to learn and use web-based instructional tools and LMS platforms
- Ability to manage time, maintain organization, and keep accurate records
- Demonstrated ability to engage students and support a wide range of academic and developmental needs
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching in a virtual/online environment
- Master’s degree in Education, Teaching, or related field
- Familiarity with Buzz LMS or similar learning management systems
- Experience developing online curriculum and using synchronous tools effectively
Compensation & Employment Type
- Part-time, contract (hourly)
- Pay: $22–$26 per hour
- This role is virtual (telecommute) and the applicant must be eligible to work in the United States. Employment is contingent on satisfactory background checks and any state-required clearances.
Working Conditions & Physical/Mental Requirements
- Primarily sedentary, requiring computer use, typing, talking, and average hearing/vision
- Ability to focus, interpret instructions, and communicate clearly in written and spoken form
- Typical remote/office environment with no hazardous conditions
Notes on Compliance & Privacy
Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Background checks are required as part of the hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application process — please contact Careertakes if you need assistance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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