Social Studies Teacher Grades 6-12

Job Description Summary:

Dove Virtual Academy (DVA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school authorized by the Oklahoma Statewide Virtual Charter School Board and fully accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. www.dovevirtual.org

Our Mission is to deliver a high-quality, technology-based education that provides the skills and knowledge students need for success.

DVA does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Instructor provides an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth.  The Instructor organizes and implements an instructional program that results in students achieving academic success in accordance with DVA and Oklahoma State policies and laws.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be an Oklahoma Resident
• Must work from DVA office Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid Oklahoma Professional Teaching Certificate Prefered 

Essential Position Functions:

• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement
• Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Communicate with students, parents, and internal and external professionals within established timelines
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities that include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice, and various committees
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community members
• Ensure that student growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification
• Meet specific course and school-wide student performance goals
• Demonstrate gains in student performance
• May be responsible for instructional tutoring and extracurricular activities
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others
• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)

Knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on group projects and work as part of a team
• Must be responsible, accountable, and self-motivated
• Demonstrated strong work ethic to achieve school goals
• Display effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills; ability to meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to learn and apply all required and recommended DVA computer applications to create efficiency and consistency in internal workflows and instructional practices
• Demonstrated ability to successfully support the DVA core competencies, values, and expectations for student-centered behaviors.
• Experience with Edgenuity, IXL, and ACT.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Frequency of travel:  Occasional travel may be required.
• Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment