Virtual Learning Technology Jobs in Pennsylvania

Insight PA believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

The mission of Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The High School English Teacher is a highly qualified, Pennsylvania-certified educator who advances student achievement through engaging instruction, meaningful relationships, and data-informed decision making within a virtual learning environment. This position specializes in English Language Arts instruction for students in grades 7-12, fostering literacy, communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills while supporting students in meeting academic standards and graduation requirements. The Teacher creates equitable learning experiences, collaborates with families and colleagues, and remains adaptable to student and organizational needs in support of school-wide success.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 8-4 or as defined by the school.

Residency Requirement: Resident of Pennsylvania; residents of other states will be considered on a case by case basis.

Salary will commensurate with experience

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Instructional

• Advance student achievement and literacy development through engaging, standards-aligned instruction that promotes reading, writing, speaking, listening, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Foster a culture of high expectations by taking ownership of student academic progress, attendance, engagement, and achievement.
• Deliver synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences that support mastery of Pennsylvania Academic Standards, course objectives, and graduation requirements.
• Utilize academic, attendance, assessment, and engagement data to inform instructional decisions, monitor student growth, and provide targeted intervention, enrichment, and support.
• Create equitable and accessible learning experiences by implementing instructional strategies, accommodations, modifications, and supports that address the diverse needs of all learners, including multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and students requiring additional academic support.
• Prepare students for success on local and state assessments through intentional instruction, progress monitoring, intervention, and test readiness activities.
• Participate in required state testing activities, including training, test administration, proctoring, student support, and travel to testing locations as assigned.
• Promote academic integrity, effective communication, and student ownership of learning while maintaining high expectations for performance and participation.

• Maintain accurate records of student performance, grading, attendance, and required documentation in accordance with school expectations and applicable requirements.

  Relationship Building

• Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with students, families, and colleagues that support student success, engagement, and a positive school culture.
• Communicate proactively and responsively with students, families, and school personnel regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements.
• Partner with families to support student learning, engagement, and successful participation in the virtual learning environment.

• Collaborate with educators, support staff, and administrators to identify student needs, implement interventions, and promote positive academic outcomes.

  Professional Practice

• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by reflecting on instructional practices, implementing feedback, and engaging in ongoing professional learning.
• Maintain a growth mindset and demonstrate flexibility in response to changing student needs, instructional assignments, course offerings, and organizational priorities.
• Leverage technology, instructional resources, and innovative practices to create engaging, accessible, and student-centered learning experiences.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no regular supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree AND

• Six (6) months of student teaching experience

Endorsement: English 7 - 12

Minimum Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree AND
• Six (6) months of student teaching experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

• All PDE required clearances for school-based personnel 

Minimum Required Skill Set 

• Great organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptable technology skills
• Experience using search engines (internet) for research projects
• Experience using a student information system and/or other type of database

• Demonstrated competencies with general technology, Microsoft Office Platforms (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, etc.), Google Platforms, Zoom, etc.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience working in a virtual environment
• 1-3 years of experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick and mortar environment
• Experience with Class for Zoom or other programs for live virtual class meetings
• Experience with student assessments such as Exact Path, Study Island or AimsWeb

• Masters Degree and Level 2 Certification preferred

Certificates and Licenses

• Appropriate PA state teaching certification for the grade level/subject content required

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is a home-based position. When office days are required, the noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic).

• This position will include limited travel and will include limited overnight travel. This is estimated to be less than 20% of the time. Travel will be required for community events, PD and state testing.

Job Performance Requirements
The mental and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
2. Ability to exhibit mental dexterity to "dial" a telephone, to enter data into a computer, to read a computer screen and printed material, to hear and understand speech at normal office/workplace levels, and on the telephone, and to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in the workplace and on the telephone.
3. Ability to physically lift up to 30 pounds.
4. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret workplace documents, technical procedures, research studies, and governmental regulations.
5. Ability to write reports with clarity.
6. Ability to interface diplomatically with all members of the school community - administrators, teachers, parents, students, Board members, support staff, colleagues, and outside professional contacts.
7. Ability to coordinate and use technology for a variety of workplace purposes and communications.

8. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of this position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their  supervisor. All employment is at-will as governed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The at-will nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed  by an authorized officer of Insight PA Cyber Charter School.

Insight PA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.