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About Us   The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Indiana @ Madison-Grant is a K–12 tuition-free online public school in the state of Indiana. We believe in empowering students by providing a flexible, innovative education at home, where state-certified teachers work closely with families to ensure each child reaches their full potential at their own pace. We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods.    Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.   Eligibility: Open to residents of Indiana  About the Opportunity   Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor in all core content areas and grade levels   Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals   Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices   Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System   Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily   Track and maintain contact with each student   Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students   Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments   Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students   Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction   Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students   Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues   Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond   Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child   Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings   Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person   Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues   Travel to support required face-to-face state testing annually   Perform other duties as assigned   About You   Current State teaching license in appropriate content area   Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards   Preferred two years’ experience teaching   High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring   High quality written and verbal communication skills   High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook   Ability to properly manage confidential information   Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time   Ability to supervise students in all school settings   Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks   Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred