School Summary

Nevada Connections Academy (NCA) is a tuition-free online public school serving students in grades 9–12 throughout Nevada. Founded in 2007 and accredited by the Northwest Accreditation Commission, NCA is governed by an independent Board of Directors and operated by Nevada Connections Academy through a contract with Connections Academy of Nevada, LLC.

Position Summary

The licensed and certified teacher will virtually manage instructional programs for students enrolled in the Instructional Technology cluster pathway, focusing on Web Design and Development, working from their home in Nevada. This role involves collaborating with students, learning coaches, and general education teachers to support academic success by delivering both synchronous and asynchronous instruction. The teacher will work closely with leadership and colleagues to build, grow, promote, and develop the Web Design and Development program, ensuring success and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to the Nevada State Performance Framework;
• Attend local and state professional development trainings related to Career Technical Education (CTE), Instructional Technology, and Web Design and Development;
• Use data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on assessments and individual needs;
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP), and other current web design languages;
• Maintain knowledge of current and past web design principles;
• Basic computer coding knowledge preferred (i.e. Python);
• Familiarity with using artificial intelligence (AI) large language models (LLM) preferred;
• Prepare Career Technical students for completion of Web Design and Development End of Program examinations and Workplace Readiness exams.
• Complete all grading, create progress reports, and conduct learning coach conferences in a timely manner;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and learning coaches);
• Communicate with learning coaches, students and other teachers regularly to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and coach special projects;
• Communicate regularly with learning coaches, students, and certified content area teachers using computer and telephone;
• Keep student records and data up-to-date, including Data Views, cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and learning coach contacts;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for students and families;
• Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, guiding the learning process toward academic achievement and curriculum goals;
• Manage and monitor a homeroom of high school students and all associated tasks;
• Build effective relationships with learning coaches and students through regular communication and availability;
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• If given a job offer, 2-step authentication is required to login to all systems.
• Must possess or be able to acquire by time of appointment to the position, a Business and Industry license of appropriate classification issued by the Nevada Department of Education (NDE). For detailed requirements, visit: NDE CTE Licenses and Business & Industry Requirements.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Have been employed for at least 5 years in a position which relates to the endorsement area of Web Design and Development; or 2 years of employment with an additional 3 years of coursework or training in the Web Design and Development area.
• Hold an endorsement in Web design.
• A valid driver’s license or state-issued identification card.
• Hold or be eligible for Nevada teaching certification.
• Familiarity with state and federal guidelines related to Career and Technical Education.
• Availability to work full-time teacher shift from 8am - 4pm PST, Monday through Friday.
• Strong communication and technology skills.
• Knowledge of the Nevada State Performance Framework.
• Experience working in an instructional capacity is preferred.
• Virtual teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to create a positive, student-centered learning environment.
• Customer focused approach.
• High degree of flexibility.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families.
• Willingness and ability to travel for school-based meetings, training, and state testing events (may require overnight travel).
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Note: The anticipated starting salary for Nevada-based individuals expressing interest in this position ranges from $40,000 to $54,000 per year with a 100% employer-funded pension, or $47,800 to $61,800 per year with 50/50 employer/employee pension contribution. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits/.

Nevada Connections Academy is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive educational experience that reflects a diverse student body and fosters innovation through technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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