About Us Founders Classical Academy Online (FCA Online) is part of the Founders Classical Academies network within the ResponsiveEd family of schools.
Guided by the motto Scientia, Virtus, et Libertas (“Knowledge, Virtue, and Liberty”), FCA Online provides a rigorous classical education rooted in the liberal arts and sciences.
Our mission is to cultivate wisdom and virtue in students through the pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness within a distinctly classical and character-forming environment.
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 Texas About the Opportunity Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor 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 About Us “We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
- We offer the following benefits: Life benefits – time & peace of mind Paid time off Retirement contributions Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations Health benefits – stay well & thrive Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee Assistance Program Voluntary short-term disability insurance Voluntary long-term disability insurance Career benefits – keep growing Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
