Connections Academy·Summerville, South Carolina
Manage instructional programs for high school English students in a virtual environment, utilizing asynchronous and synchronous tools. Coordinate with learning coaches and parents to develop Personal Learning Plans and monitor student progress.
Lowcountry Connections Academy (LCCA) is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school serving students in grades K-12 throughout South Carolina. LCCA is authorized under state law by the Charter Institute of Erskine and operated by Lowcountry Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy LLC. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Cognia, and LCCA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.
Position Summary: and Responsibilities
Working full-time from home, certified teachers will manage instructional programs. Through various curriculum and communication tools, they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes their instructional program.
The High School English Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:
Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects;
Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the grades for which responsible;
Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
Keep student records and data up-to-date, including online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging of all student and parent contacts;
Consult with team members and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation.
Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families;
Other duties as assigned.
Lowcountry Connections Academy (LCCA) 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.
Market context
High school English teachers in South Carolina are commonly sought for virtual and blended learning settings, where strong classroom management and digital instruction skills matter. This role is competitive because it requires a valid South Carolina certification, state residency, and comfort with MS Office and Google Suite; a Gifted and Talented Endorsement can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification and technology experience before applying.