Online Elementary School Teacher

Position Description

Enlightium Academy, a premier K-12 private Christian virtual school, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time Elementary School Teacher. The primary job duties will be responding to students' questions in the learning platform, grading their work, hosting group sessions, creating student-facing content, and reaching out to students proactively with additional instruction through written messages, phone, and screen-share/video sessions.

Company Culture & Mission

Enlightium Academy is based out of downtown Spokane, WA with a remote workforce across the country. Enlightium Academy is a leading Christian education provider for online and homeschooled students in the K-12 market as well as alliance schools. Thousands of students across the country and around the world have used our program (see an interactive map of our reach https://www.enlightiumacademy.com/current-families/student-interactive-map). This is a fast-growing and exciting company that delivers cutting-edge, technology-powered solutions to families across the country and around the world. At Enlightium Academy, we value collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and personal/professional development. Enlightium Academy has a welcoming environment that encourages growth by allowing employees to learn and by providing opportunities to improve. Our employees enjoy a family-like environment that provides autonomy and the freedom to give feedback to leadership.

The heart of the mission at Enlightium Academy is to bring glory to God in all we do, serve Jesus Christ wholeheartedly, and share the gospel with Enlightium students through our Bible-based curriculum and Christian teachers. This mission is the basis for our educational philosophy, as articulated in our motto and Bible verse, “Driven to make a difference in hearts and minds”, and “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16. We accomplish this through promoting Christ-like character, providing our students with a high standard of education, being a loving and supportive community for our students and families, and encouraging students to pursue their individual God-given passions and interests.

Salary

While the compensation for this position depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, the approximate salary range is $18 to $21 per hour on start.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and educate students in a digital environment.
• Initiate an engaging dialogue with students.
• Adhere to the established curriculum and timeline.
• Foster a positive, interactive online community to encourage student participation and engagement.
• Develop positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, upholding appropriate boundaries and reflecting our family-like culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Experience in teaching, preferably in a virtual setting.
• Strong technical skills, including the ability to use a personal computer effectively.
• ACSI certification is preferred.
• Excellent communication and rapport-building abilities.
• A strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Work Hours

• Fixed work hours aligned with the standard school day.
• No requirement to work evenings or weekends.

Benefits & Perks

• Health insurance with 75% employer contribution (30 hours)
• 401(k) options with 1% match (30 hours)
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance (30 hours)
• Paid time off
• Flexible non-paid time off
• Over 20 days off for holidays and breaks
• Paid time for monthly internal chapel services and prayer meetings
• Paid group and individual professional development
• School ID (use it to get educational discounts, etc.)
• Company t-shirt
• Professional development opportunities paid by Enlightium upon approval (conferences, courses, certifications, etc.)

To learn more, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Grade levels:

• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• English
• Math
• Reading
• Science
• Social Studies

School type:

• Private school
• Religious school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hattiesburg, MS: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21