The teacher provides asynchronous support, grading, and mentorship to students using a self-paced ELA curriculum. Additionally, they serve as Academic Advisors for a caseload of up to 30 students, managing communication with parents and implementing tiered support plans.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in English or Education, an Ohio teaching certification, and at least 3 years of full-time high school English teaching experience in the US. Residency in or within 25 miles of Ohio is required.
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Job description
Location
100% remote, resident of
Ohio or within 25 miles of
Ohio required
Classification:
Full-time, non-exempt employee
Salary: $27 - $30 per hour Welcome to Miaplaza! Our vision is to elevate online learning by applying the most successful approaches in virtual education to create an accessible and inclusive homeschool curriculum platform where all students can be successful! MiaPrep Online Academy of Ohio is our newest offering for Ohio families looking for a flexible public school option. The school will serve grades 7-11 in its first year. The school aims to serve 250 students year one, with plans to grow to over 1,000 students by 2030. 🚀 We're seeking a passionate and resourceful Secondary English Teacher to join our team with a start date of July 20, 2026. This is a fully remote, asynchronous teaching role that emphasizes student support, feedback, and mentorship rather than live instruction. Teachers at MOAO do not create lesson plans or deliver live classes; instead, they guide students through our self-paced curriculum, providing coaching, small-group tutoring/office hours, and in-depth feedback on summative assignments. In addition to their teaching responsibilities, all MOAO teachers also serve as Academic Advisors to a caseload of up to 30 students, building relationships and helping students meet their goals.
See an example of an
English lesson from
MiaPrep:
A
Day in the
Role
Grading and
Feedback: Efficiently evaluate students' assignments for various subjects, such as Middle School Language Arts and Reading Comprehension, English 1-4, Theater Arts, and Journalism, providing comprehensive feedback to aid their learning and development.
Office
Hours/Group
Tutoring: Host weekly virtual group tutoring several times per week to clarify curriculum concepts, address questions, and offer additional support for English topics and assignments.
Message
Board: Create and maintain a message board to provide resources for students who need additional support.
Academic
Advising: Maintain a caseload of students for whom you will provide academic advising, including regular check-ins, and in some cases, targeted support plans.
Tiered
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
FSA
HSA
Mental Health Services
Fertility Benefits
Retirement Plan With Employer Match
Chiropractic Care
Floating Holiday PTO
Free Site Memberships For Household Children
Support: Identify struggling students and, together with the Academic Counselors, proactively provide tiered support solutions to enhance their academic performance.
Parental and
Student
Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for both parents and students in academic matters in your subject area, ensuring a constructive channel of communication.
School
Community
Engagement: Actively participate in school initiatives and contribute to the creation and implementation of school-wide academic policies. Lead or contribute to an extracurricular club or activity that aligns with your expertise or passion.
Positive
Culture
Building: Uphold and contribute to our school's positive culture and values, both among the faculty and the student body.
Ownership
Be willing to speak up when things can be improved, and willing to step up when a need is identified or support is needed within the school community. Schedule MOAO Teachers are expected to have 40 hours of availability each week on a year-round basis. A minimum of 25 hours of availability per week during school hours, Monday through Friday between 8 am and 4 pm in the Eastern time zone is required to accommodate office hours, staff collaboration, and student communication. An additional 15 hours per week may occur outside of school hours for activities like grading and lesson planning. All MOAO staff are considered mandated reporters and are required to respond to student safety and mental health concerns in accordance with the MOAO Crisis Response protocols. This includes participating in required training and, when appropriate, administering the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) and following all documentation and escalation procedures.
The ideal candidate also brings: Online teaching experience (nice to have but not required!) Ability/willingness to attend some in-person field trips and activities in Ohio Licensure or experience in special education Compensation & Benefits The expected starting pay range is $27 - $30 per hour. Teachers at MiaPrep Online Academy of Ohio work an average of 40 hours per week. When working year round, this can equate to an annual pay range of $56,160 - $62,400.
Note
Hours worked over 40 hours will be paid at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate. Miaplaza’s compensation philosophy ensures equity and competitiveness while considering the regional differences in labor costs. Specific rates will be provided during the hiring process and are aligned with market data and internal equity. Compensation is evaluated twice per year, based on performance. MOAO Teachers' compensation is first and foremost determined by performance and impact. Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance, inclusive of specialty care options like fertility benefits, mental health services, and chiropractic care, FSA, HSA, and more. All employees are eligible for a retirement plan with employer match. PTO is all-purpose time off, and combines traditional vacation and paid sick leave plans into one flexible, inclusive policy.
Eligible employees can use
PTO for all kinds of absences including: vacation, holidays, illness, injury, family leave, and other personal business. Full-time Employees receive 16 hours of floating holiday PTO per quarter and accumulate additional PTO at the rate of 1 hour per every 15 hours worked. Annually, this amounts to approximately 200 hours per year or 25 eight-hour days on average. Parental leave, and other perks and benefits are also available. We invite your family and friends to join our journey! All employees receive free site memberships for the children in their household, plus two additional memberships for other children in their lives. ➡️ You can hear our CEO, Johannes Ziegler, discuss our company's values and future here! ➡️ Learn more by visiting our careers page! Ready to apply? Join our team at Miaplaza! Start by submitting your application and resume. Our hiring process involves an assessment, followed by two or more interviews and a role-specific assignment. We're building an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. As an equal-opportunity employer and E-Verify participant, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or arrest/conviction records in accordance with applicable laws. Need accommodations during the application process? Simply let us know before your assessment. We'll work with you to provide any necessary adjustments, including alternate versions of the assessment or assignment based on your needs.
Bachelor's degree in English, Secondary Education, or related field Ohio teaching certification or the ability to obtain it At least 3 years of full-time experience teaching high school English in the United States Professional experience supporting students in secondary education within the last 5 years Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently in a remote setting Excellent organizational and multitasking skills Tech-savvy with an ability to learn new platforms quickly, such as gradebooks, Google Classroom, curriculum platforms, and Google Workspace Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) responsible use of AI tools to increase efficiency in the education sector Currently living in Ohio, within 25 miles of Ohio, or willing to relocate to Ohio Candidates with at least one year of full-time international teaching experience at the secondary level will be considered if they meet the following: At least 2 years of full-time secondary teaching experience in the United States An advanced degree in teaching or education from a U.S. university The international school uses the IB curriculum
Market context
Ohio classroom teacher market context
Ohio classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially for candidates who can manage a classroom and plan instruction aligned to state and center expectations. These positions are competitive because schools and centers often look for both teaching experience and the ability to stay active with children throughout the day. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your age, classroom leadership experience, and lesson-planning background before applying.
