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Michigan Virtual

Part Time Instructor - Math

Lansing, MI · On-site

$125/day

Online Instructor/Michigan Virtual Employee Date Posted: 3/9/2026 Location: REMOTE Date Available: 07/20/2026 Closing Date: 05/17/2026 All instructors must be highly qualified Michigan certified ...

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DivaDance Instructor

Yonkers, NY · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

You will be required to complete our online Instructor Development Program before teaching your first class. There is no cost to you for this professional development. Check out what it's like to ...

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Employer & Industry UsageUsed by educational institutions, online course platforms, and universitiesCommonly employed by tutoring platforms, educational apps, and private clients

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An online instructor works with students over the internet rather than in a classroom. As an online instructor, your students complete your course via online means of instruction, including video conferencing software, instant messaging and online chat, web forums for the class, and email. You teach through video lectures, podcasts, articles, and interactive seminars. You have similar job duties to a classroom teacher. You must prepare and implement lesson plans, evaluate student work, and provide grades to recognize their learning and progress.

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E-Laker Online Instructor- Multiple Opportunities

E-Laker Online Instructor- Multiple Opportunities

Minnesota Service Cooperatives

Fergus Falls, MN • Remote

$25/hr

Other

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

E-Laker Online Learning Facilitator
Job Description:

  • Monitor student participation, attendance, pacing, and progress within assigned online subject area courses.
  • Ensure students log in regularly, remain on track, and complete required coursework by deadlines.
  • Review platform dashboards, reports, and alerts to identify students needing support.
  • Provide organizational support, study skills coaching, and time-management assistance.
  • Communicate with students, families, counselors, and E-Laker Coordinator regarding progress concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with FERPA, data privacy, copyright, and district policies.

Professional Responsibilities:

  • Complete all required training sessions throughout the year.
  • Attend monthly E-Laker staff meeting.
  • Maintain consistent communication and documentation practices.
  • Coordinate and communicate with students about district and state assessments.
  • Posted office hours for at least 2 hours per week on two separate weekdays.

Curriculum: 

  • Customize and align Subject's content-area coursework with appropriate DLHS pacing guides to ensure consistency, rigor, and alignment with district curriculum expectations.
  • Develop and maintain deep knowledge of assigned curriculum (subject expertise).
  • Lock lessons as needed to support student progress and individualized learning pathways.
  • Exempt lessons within a course when they do not align with course objectives or are not applicable to the student's learning plan.

Required Qualifications:

  • Valid Minnesota teaching license through PELSB in appropriate content area.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with online learning platforms preferred.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
  • Ability to obtain Cross-Curricular Delivery Permission (CCDP) through PELSB.

Technology Responsibilities:

  • Use learning management system: Subject (Asynchronous).
  • Conduct live meetings through Zoom, Google Meet, or Teams.
  • Troubleshoot basic technology issues for students/families.
  • Maintain professional digital communication standards.

Applicants with the following license(s) are welcome to apply:

  • English
  • Math
  • Social Studies
  • Science
  • Agriculture
  • Business
  • Art
  • Physical Education
  • Health

Schedule: 25 hours per week, per course. Employment beyond the current semester is contingent upon enrollment.
Location: Remote
Salary: $25.00/hour

Reports to: High School Principal
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Preferred method of application:   Application Process  is via on-line application system: Upload letter of interest, resume, college transcripts/credentials, copy of: Minnesota licensure, letters of recommendation & completed district on-line Application Form (found on-line at http://www.dlschools.net/). When finalizing your application, be sure to click on the finish and submit' button' to ensure your application is submitted.

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Detroit Lakes Public Schools

702 Lake Avenue

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Attn: Human Resources

218-847-9273

recruiting@detlakes.k12.mn.us

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About Minnesota Service Cooperatives

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Minnesota Service Cooperatives (MSC) is a distinguished organization based in Saint Paul, MN, US, committed to serving the public sector across the state. Operating on the larger sphere of public sector services, MSC's core operations revolve around administering cooperative procurement, education, health, and risk management services for its members. Carrying a remarkable heritage originating from a statutory establishment in 1976, they are divided into seven geographical areas to distinctively serve cities, counties, schools and non-profit entities.

Industry

Public administration

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Paul, MN, US

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