What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Teacher - Math Launch (Virtual Learning) position at Springfield Public Schools, MO?
Job Description
Job Title : 2025-2026 Middle School Teacher - Math, Launch (Virtual Learning)
Department : Virtual Learning
Pay Grade : Teacher's Salary Schedule
FLSA Status : Exempt
Reports to : Principal - Virtual Learning
Must Be Available During Traditional School Hours - This position must report to an onsite Springfield Public Schools building daily and will teach live / synchronous sections.
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Middle School Teacher - Math - Launch (Virtual Learning) will deliver and provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for developing student success in academics and / or skills; supervising students in online settings; collaborating with teachers, professional staff and administrators to deliver pre-designed curriculum and course work; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. Launch teachers are expected to be positive promoters of online learning opportunities to internal and external stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and / or developing individual learning plans.
- Advises parents and / or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and / or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
- Analyzes performance data for the purpose of enhancing student achievement.
- Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations and / or goals for the purpose of providing regular, high-quality feedback to students, parents and administration.
- Facilitates mandatory face-to-face or online proctored assessments.
- Collaborates with Launch Online Staff, curriculum facilitators, other school personnel, and parents for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes and achieving established objectives.
- Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and / or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective education that addresses individual student learning needs.
- Facilitates student learning (e.g. creating a learning environment, integrating technology, encouraging learning environment, facilitates collaboration, etc.) in pre-designed course for the purpose of achieving success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through pre-determined curriculum.
- Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential files and records (e.g. grades, test scores, attendance, anecdotal records, lesson plans, etc.) for the purposes of providing up-to-date information, historical reference and documenting student progress in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements.
- Monitors students and manages student behavior in an online environment for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
- Participates in a variety of trainings for the purpose of conveying and / or gathering information required to perform functions.
- Reports health and safety issues to administrative personnel and / or appropriate agencies for the purpose of maintaining students' personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
- Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
- Participates in continuous improvement efforts at all district levels for the purpose of improving education results in the classroom, department and school.
- Participates in a variety of meetings and workshops (e.g. Professional Development, department meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and / or gathering information required to perform functions.
- Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, lesson plans, IEPs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
- Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and / or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and / or direction.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements