Experienced High School Music Teacher for Arizona Virtual Academy - Online Education Specialist

Join the Arizona Virtual Academy Team: Empowering Students through Innovative Music Education

Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA), a Stride K12 partner school, is revolutionizing the way students learn by providing a high-quality, personalized education experience through online platforms. As a leading institution in virtual education, AZVA is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, and innovation, where passionate educators can thrive and make a meaningful impact. We are now seeking an exceptional High School Music Teacher to join our talented team and contribute to the success of our students.

About Us

At AZVA, we believe in "Education for ANY ONE." Our mission is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships, coupled with a rigorous curriculum and a data-driven, student-centered instructional model. As a Stride K12 partner school, we are part of a larger community that is dedicated to empowering students to achieve their full potential.

Job Summary

As a High School Music Teacher at AZVA, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality music education to students in an online environment. You will provide instruction, support, and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs. This is a full-time position that requires a strong commitment to online teaching, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for students
• Demonstrates a belief in all students' ability to succeed and meet high expectations
• Differentiates instruction based on student level of mastery
• Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools
• Maintains grade book ensuring student academic integrity, makes student placement and promotion decisions, and alerts administrators to concerns about student performance and progress
• Prepares students for high stakes standardized tests
• Establishes and maintains positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner
• Supports learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues, as well as basic troubleshooting in a virtual classroom environment
• Travels as required (on average once per month and/or up to 20% of the time) for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and as required by school

Essential Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Active state teaching license
• Ability to clear required background check
• High School Music endorsement
• Arizona residency

In addition to the minimum qualifications, we are looking for candidates with:

• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers to interpret and produce numeric, tabular, and graphic representations of student data, and use it to drive instructional decisions
• Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators and teacher trainers
• Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, the following qualifications are highly desirable:

• Experience working with the proposed age group (high school students)
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
• Experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
• Experience with online learning platforms

What We Offer

As a member of the AZVA team, you will enjoy:

• A competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A flexible, virtual work environment that allows you to work from home
• A collaborative and supportive community of educators
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation

Work Environment

This is a virtual position that requires you to work from home. You will need to maintain a professional home office without distraction during the workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Why Join AZVA?

At AZVA, we are passionate about empowering students to achieve their full potential. As a High School Music Teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about music education and committed to online teaching, we encourage you to apply.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are a motivated and experienced High School Music Teacher looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our talented team and contribute to the success of our students.

Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. 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.