We are actively accepting applications for the 2026-27 program year.
Are you an Iowa-certified teacher, endorsed in the Fine Arts interested in an engaging, flexible, work-from-home opportunity? OpenEd, a student-centered, online personalized education program, is accepting applications for part-time teachers to support students and families through personalized learning.
We're currently accepting applications from those living in: AR, AZ, CO, FL, GA, ID, IN, IL, IO, KS, MD, MN, MO, NC, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV.
Why OpenEd?
OpenEd is a leading provider of personalized K-12 educational programs, partnered with innovative public school districts to offer tuition-free, flexible learning plans. We empower students and families to tailor their educational experiences while fostering curiosity, independence, and lifelong learning.
What does it look like to be an OpenEd Teacher?
OpenEd Teachers play a key role in supporting students through their educational journey. Teachers work directly with students and families to provide encouragement, accountability, and individualized support while collaborating with colleagues across the program.
All OpenEd Teachers share the same core role, regardless of certification or endorsement area. While teachers bring valuable subject-matter expertise, assignments are based on student and program needs and will not always align directly with a teacher's specific endorsement.
In addition to their core student group, teachers may take on additional assignments across the program, such as tutoring, small-group instruction, or other areas of support, based on program needs. While specific assignments may shift over time, the core responsibilities of an OpenEd Teacher remain consistent. Teachers should expect regular synchronous work with students, ongoing communication with students and parents, and grading responsibilities aligned with program expectations.
This is a non-traditional teaching role that emphasizes mentorship, flexibility, and personalized support rather than a single classroom or fixed course load.
Responsibilities
Student Support, Instruction & Collaboration
- Review and grade student learning logs, providing timely, actionable feedback to support student progress
- Work synchronously with students in 1:1, small-group, or large-group settings
- Mentor and tutor students enrolled in assigned courses
- Create engaging lessons, activities, or learning opportunities
- Tailor resources and support to meet individual student needs
- Identify at-risk students and coordinate appropriate routes to intervention
- Communicate with parents to provide guidance and support
- Attend IEP meetings as needed and collaborate with relevant stakeholders
- Collaborate with other teachers to share expertise and support students across the program
Program & Team Contribution
- Contribute to the program by supporting a core group of assigned students while also taking on additional responsibilities across the program based on team and student needs
- Participate in a positive, collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on student success
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Current teaching certification: Iowa, with a Fine Arts endorsement
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Strong understanding that every child is unique and benefits from individualized learning
- Kind, organized, patient, and dependable communicator
- Familiarity with Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.)
- Confidence in the ability to learn various online tools, systems, and programs
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Access to a smartphone, high-speed internet, computer, and webcam
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
Preferred
- Experience in non-traditional educational programs
- Residency in Iowa preferred, but is not required
Schedule & Availability
- Ability to maintain a regular schedule of 25-27 hours per week
- Availability during core business hours (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. MT)
- Synchronous responsibilities may include meetings with students, families, or groups, and will vary based on assigned roles
Additional Information
- Hourly pay starts at $25/hour (commensurate with qualifications)
- Applications will be kept on file until a position becomes available
- Orientation, self-guided training, and ongoing support will be provided
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're passionate about helping us deliver personalized learning approaches and thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume by clicking the Apply for this job button.
EEO Statement
OpenEd is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage all to apply and help us grow a diverse and inclusive workplace.
OpenEd participates in E-Verify.
