Elementary Teacher

Connections Academy

. Virtually manage instructional programs for elementary students .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSouthfield • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing instructional programs for elementary students, utilizing strong technology skills and effective communication to support student progress and family engagement. Capable of developing personalized learning plans and coordinating educational activities while maintaining detailed student records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Qualified Teacher Certification in MichiganMicrosoft Office ProficiencyGoogle Suite ProficiencyStrong Oral and Written Communication SkillsHighly Organized and Punctual

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Hard Skills

Instructional Program ManagementGrading and Progress ReportingCurriculum DevelopmentAssessment ScoringStudent Record Maintenance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam PlayerStudent- and Family-Focused ApproachFlexibilityAbility to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Tools & Technologies

Asynchronous Web ConferencingSynchronous Instruction ToolsPersonal Electronic DeviceEmail for Two-Step Authentication

Certifications & Qualifications

Michigan Teaching Certification

Industry Keywords

Elementary EducationPersonal Learning PlansState Testing AdministrationStudent RecruitmentCommunity Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Virtually manage instructional programs for elementary students
Support instructional programs through asynchronous web conferencing and synchronous instruction
Complete grading, create progress reports, and conduct parent conferences
Communicate with parents, students, and teachers to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules
Score assessments, provide feedback, suggest instructional strategies, monitor assignments, and coach special projects
Develop broad knowledge of the program curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses
Review curriculum and devise alternate lesson presentation approaches
Provide students and parents with alternate strategies and assistance with assignments and projects
Collaborate with teachers to support student progress and provide parents with a central point of contact
Maintain student records, cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance records, and contact logs
Develop enrichment activities and modifications to student programs
Coordinate social activities and relevant field trips; manage regional field trips and integrate them into the curriculum
Create and maintain a virtual school community
Participate in State Testing organization and administration
Participate in student recruiting sessions and marketing efforts requiring teacher representation
Attend field trips and community activities for families
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified and certified to teach the appropriate subject in Michigan
Michigan residency required
Strong technology skills, especially Microsoft Office products and Google Suite
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Highly organized and punctual
Student- and family-focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Team player track record
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds
Travel to and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing, required throughout the school year; may require overnight travel
Ability to work some occasional evening hours
Ability to work remotely, if necessary
Must use a personal electronic device and email address for two-step authentication

Benefits

Comp & perks

Tuition-free K–12 online public school
Remote/home-office work option
Occasional evening hours as needed to support families
Travel and attendance at in-person events, including State Testing, with possible overnight travel