CTE Engineering Teacher, 9-12

Job Description The High School CTE Engineering Teacher, 9-12 is a state certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. The Career Exploration teacher must provide instruction, support, and guidance; manage the learning process; and focus on students’ individual needs. Teachers monitor student progress through Stride K12’s learning management system and work actively with students and parents to advance each student’s learning and to develop and monitor a plan for post-secondary success via online tools. Start Date: 2026/2027 school year, Immediately R ESIDENCY REQUIREMENT : Ohio resident preferred Will consider applicants from a surrounding state to Ohio within one hundred miles from the Ohio border. Border states include Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana. Applicants must be able to meet travel requirements and be willing and able to obtain Ohio Certification. Required Certificates and Licenses: Active CTE state teaching certification OR Active high school grade level state teaching certification with CTE Validation ​ S UPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES : This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. The mission of Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. The High School CTE Engineering Teacher, 9-12 is a highly qualified, state certified educator responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. Teachers provide instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students’ individual needs. Teachers monitor student progress through the learning management system, and they actively work closely with students and parents/Learning Coaches to advance each student’s learning toward established goals. Teachers typically work from home but must travel occasionally throughout the year to various school functions, for state testing and as may be otherwise required by the school. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Instructional Takes ownership for student’s academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in student’s achievement; Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests; Conducts live Synchronous Teaching – minimum of 15 hours per week; Asynchronously supports objectives, including composing/sending emails, planning course objectives, preparing learning plans, and using data to determine student needs; Collaborates with others regarding instruction, resources, interventions and data related to OHVA student’s needs as well as the professional development of the teacher; Under guidance from school administrative team, augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools; Submits grades and required student work ensuring student academic honesty and integrity; Maintains grade book; Makes placement and promotion decisions by generating formal and informal reports regarding student progress, alerting administrators to concerns about student performance and progress. Relationship Building Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with students and learning coaches/parents on an ongoing regular basis; Elementary and Middle School Teachers support learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues in a virtual classroom environment, in line with academy policies and procedures; Supports students and learning coaches on a limited basis with basic computer questions when requested ; Understands how both diverse and unique characteristics of students and their families impact required support; Works collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that parents have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the stakeholders; Responds to students, parents and colleagues in timely manner. Other Essential Functions Organizes social and educational activities for students and families, including sponsorship of virtual clubs, outings, or other extracurricular activities as required; Travels to testing sites to proctor state exams. Complies with all school policies and procedures, including Employee Manual Complies with all laws related to this position DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Builds community; Helps staff with any onboarding efforts as directed; Participates in committees as required. Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking Knowledge of state content standards Ability to embrace change/ adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes Ability to solve problems independently and have a high level of organization Understanding of interdependency of deadlines on multiple projects and able to act to preserve integrity on other people's deadlines Ability to work independently typically 40+ hours per week Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school Ability to travel as required (on average once per month and/or approximately 3 0% of the time) for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and as required by school Access to reliable high-speed internet Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word; PowerPoint; Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms Ability to maintain teacher certification/professional development hours and fluency in technology systems, programs and curriculum Experience working with proposed age group Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology Experience working in a virtual environment Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment Experience with Canvas or other online platforms MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree AND Six (6) months of student teaching experience AND Meet requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) in subject area under No Child Left Behind (NCLB) The ability to clear required background check Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position is remote with some required travel for professional development and for testing. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school. The noise level in the home office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic, household appliances, and household distractions). The noise level at meeting locations throughout the state is typically moderate and should not vary much from what is experienced in the home office. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: OHVA offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, STRS/SERS Retirement, and Tuition Reimbursement. Ohio High School CTE Engineering Teacher, 9-12 Job Type Board Employee_CW The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting . Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. A pplicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.