Connections Academy
Location
Johns Creek, Georgia
Certified teachers deliver high-quality virtual instruction, providing both synchronous and asynchronous content, while also delivering differentiated instruction and planning Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions within the MTSS/RTI model. They are responsible for building strong relationships with students and families, using assessment data to drive learning, and maintaining accurate records of progress and communication.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree and a Georgia Clearance Certificate in Mathematics (6-12), along with strong technology skills in Microsoft Office and Google Suite. The role requires flexibility, excellent communication, a student/family-focused approach, and a willingness to travel frequently throughout Georgia for required in-person activities.
Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades K-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.
Georgia Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
Working from the Duluth, Georgia, office and from your home office within Georgia, certified teachers at Georgia Connections Academy support and motivate students through high-quality virtual instruction using the Pearson Online Classroom. Teachers deliver synchronous and asynchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, engage families, and use data to drive student learning and growth.
Teachers may also be required to support virtual administration of assessments, as scheduled by the school.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in the content area or related field
Market context
In Georgia, classroom teacher roles often draw steady interest because schools and child-focused programs need candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and classroom support requirements. This role is competitive for applicants who can show reliability, comfort with active supervision, and readiness to pass background checks; one year of child care experience is preferred, but not always required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your fit for the physical duties and prepare examples of working with children.
Salary benchmark
$35,514 avg / yr
Typical range: $29,120–$37,440 based on 300 active listings in Georgia
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