Substitute Teacher PRN

Job description

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! About Us: Innovative Network of Knowledge is a dynamic and rapidly growing virtual company in an emerging space of innovation in education. Our passion is to change education forever for the K-12 students (online) we serve. We are changing the way children learn and apply knowledge in the real world. Through our Project Based approach, supported by personal Educational Concierges, we strengthen the whole child through their educational experience. Through synchronous and asynchronous opportunities, co-teaching, and workshop labs, our students are immersed and challenged in a way not experienced in today’s educational landscape. In addition, staff and students will take part in weekly programs that promote character and citizenship opportunities to grow not only as a school but also as a community at large. We guarantee that you and your child become part of our family and will be engaged, excited, and prepared for college, career, and life. Core Focus: Innovative Network of Knowledge seeks to change education forever through innovation and technology. We offer a well of knowledge, a spring of possibilities and a place where your family becomes part of ours. Key Benefits: ● Educational Concierge: Every family has access to a dedicated Educational Concierge to assist with enrollment, course planning and ongoing academic guidance, ensuring each student finds their unique path to success. ● Goal-Oriented Tracking: We help students set meaningful milestones and track their progress, encouraging achievement and celebrating every accomplishment along the way. ● Community-Focused Learning: Our programs are structured to foster collaboration and connection, building confidence and social skills even within a virtual setting. Technology: Innovative Network of Knowledge will not provide this role with a company laptop, and the employee will secure and cover the cost for the operation of this job in the virtual landscape of his/her home office. (internet, telephone, home office setup, etc.). Position Overview: The Part-Time Substitute Virtual Teacher provides flexible, as-needed instructional support to ensure continuity of learning in the absence of the assigned teacher. This role is responsible for delivering pre-planned lessons, facilitating student engagement, and maintaining a structured and positive virtual classroom environment. The ideal candidate is adaptable, responsive, and comfortable teaching in a virtual setting across multiple grade levels or content areas as needed. They are able to quickly implement provided lesson plans, manage student participation, and uphold the school’s expectations for instructional quality and professionalism, even with short notice or intermittent scheduling. Essential Responsibilities: Instructional Delivery ● Deliver pre-planned lessons in a virtual classroom environment across assigned grade levels or content areas ● Clearly communicate lesson objectives and guide students through instructional activities ● Utilize provided materials (slides, resources, assignments) to ensure continuity of instruction ● Maintain pacing and structure to maximize instructional time Classroom Management & Student Engagement ● Establish and maintain a positive, respectful, and focused virtual classroom environment ● Monitor student participation and engagement during live sessions ● Implement classroom routines and expectations consistent with school practices ● Address basic student questions and provide support during instruction Flexibility & Responsiveness ● Adapt quickly to different grade levels, content areas, and teaching platforms ● Follow provided lesson plans while making real-time adjustments as needed to support student understanding ● Demonstrate professionalism and reliability in a flexible, part-time role Be available on an as-needed basis, sometimes with short notice Collaboration & Communication ● Communicate with instructional leaders and staff regarding lesson delivery and any student concerns ● Document attendance, participation, and any notable issues during the lesson ● Provide brief feedback to the assigned teacher following coverage, as needed ● Collaborate with staff to ensure a smooth transition before and after substitute coverage Technology & Virtual Learning Expectations ● Effectively use the school’s learning management system and virtual teaching platforms ● Troubleshoot minor technical issues to maintain continuity of instruction ● Ensure students are able to access and engage with digital materials ● Uphold expectations for digital citizenship and appropriate online behavior Qualifications: Required: ● High School Diploma ● Ability to teach across multiple grade levels or content areas as needed ● Strong classroom management and student engagement skills in an online setting ● Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills ● Comfortable using educational technology platforms (e.g., LMS systems, video conferencing tools) ● Ability to quickly build rapport with students and maintain a positive learning environment ● Flexible schedule with availability during school hours on an as-needed basis Preferred ● Bachelor’s degree; teaching certification preferred ● Previous experience in a virtual or online education environment ● Experience with Project-Based Learning (PBL) models ● Experience teaching or supporting instruction in a K–12 setting, preferably in a virtual environment ● Prior substitute teaching or instructional support experience preferred Skills and Abilities: ● Excellent communication and organizational abilities ● Ability to analyze and act on data ● High level of accountability and follow-through ● Collaborative mindset ● Knowledge of Google Suites Products Work Conditions: ● PRN (as needed) This role as PRN is “as needed” and no guarantee of hours are made in this job description. ● Work is performed from a remote office environment. Notice: Employment with Innovative Network of Knowledge will be on an at-will basis. As such, this position description is not a contract or guarantee of employment for a definite amount of time. English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you! EEO Statement In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #LI-Education #LI-Entry Level #LI-Part-time