Connections Academy·Wyoming
The Adjunct Teacher will manage virtual instructional programs, providing synchronous and asynchronous instruction to students. They are responsible for grading, maintaining student records, and collaborating with parents and staff to support student learning plans.
Wyoming Connections Academy (WYCA) is a tuition-free, online public virtual program for students in grades K-12 throughout Wyoming.
WYCA is authorized under state law as a virtual program of Big Horn County School District #1.
WYCA was founded in 2009 as Jackson Hole Connections Academy, and in 2011 became Wyoming Connections Academy.
The school is operated through a contract with Connections Academy, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services.
Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and WYCA is accredited through Big Horn County School District #1.
Position Summary: and Responsibilities:
This position is working with Wyoming Connections Academy. From our office in Cody or from your home office in the state of Wyoming, certified Teachers will “virtually” manage instructional programs. Through use of the telephone, Internet, and various curriculum tools, they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.
The Adjunct 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, score assessments, 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;
Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone;
Keep student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, 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”;
Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to given lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with parents and students); and
Other duties as assigned.
Market context
Demand for CTE Health Sciences adjunct roles in Wyoming is often tied to schools needing instructors who can teach career-focused health content in a remote setting. These positions are competitive because candidates must combine a valid Professional, Industry, and Career (PIC) Permit with strong technology, communication, and organization skills, and the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your Wyoming residency and PIC Permit status, then tailor your experience to online instruction and health sciences.