Adjunct German Teacher - Minnesota Connections Academy

School Summary

Minnesota Connections Academy (MNCA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school for students in grades K-12 throughout Minnesota. MNCA is a member of the Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS), a K-12 academic community. MNCA is a state-approved online program operated through a contract with Connections Academy of Minnesota, LLC, to provide the educational program and other services. MNCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting division of AdvancED.

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

Working from your home or from our office in St. Paul, Minnesota, certified Teachers will “virtually” manage instructional programs.  Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. 

The Adjunct German Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:  

• Support the instructional program with synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions
• Complete all grading by providing prompt, high-quality, personalized feedback on assignments; 
• Communicate with students, and other teachers on a regular basis to update pacing plans/schedules for students as required; 
• Use data to monitor successful completion of assignments and facilitate appropriate interactions with students that encourage consistent interaction with the course(s); 
• Review curriculum and determine course modifications that will promote student achievement for those requiring accommodations through IEPs or 504 plans; 
• Consult with team members and administrators to develop alternate enrichment activities and lesson modifications to increase student understanding and promote success for struggling or at-risk students through differentiation; 
• Develop a general knowledge of the curriculum and a detailed knowledge of the courses for which you are responsible; 
• Communicate regularly with students, using  phone, Chat  and our WebMail system; 
• Adhere to all policies regarding protecting students' well-being and personal information, including following FERPA and Copyright & Fair Use laws 
• Keep student performance and participation information up-to-date by grading assessments in a timely manner, and logging all student and parent contacts; 
• Utilize a variety of communication tools in the online environment to effectively build relationships and promote student success with students, partner teachers, colleagues, and other stakeholders; 
• Foster community and use a welcoming, warm online voice that is inviting and supportive towards students and families; 
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements 

• Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer.
• MN Licensure preferred
• Highly qualified and certified to teach German with a valid state teaching certificate in Minnesota 
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity
• Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting
• Strong technology skills (proficiency with Microsoft Office programs or Google Apps is preferred) 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent attention to detail and strong time management and organizational skills
• Customer focused approach and commitment to student achievement 
• Provide feedback to students in a timely manner and grade assessments within the required timeframe 
• Attend check-in meetings with your supervisor twice per month (or as scheduled) 
• Adjuncts can expect to work up to 20 hours per week, including regular office hours (minimum of 3 hours per week), grading assessments, and hosting synchronous online sessions for each course assigned 
• Adherence to department expectations for Adjunct Teachers, as directed
• Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed, to support some families