Science Instructor

Title: Full-Time Instructor - Science (DI/DX Certification Required)

Locations:Lansing, MI 

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Department: Online Instructor

Job Description:

• Position Type:
    Online Instructor/Michigan Virtual Employee

Click HERE to apply for:  Science Instructor:  DI/DX Certification Required

FULL-TIME POSITION
 
Reports To:    Assistant Director of Instructional Support and Special Education
Department/Team:    Learning Services/Instruction
Supervisory Responsibilities:    None
Location:    Hybrid - Lansing Office, Lansing, MI 
Starting Salary Range: $46,000 - $49,000 annually

Must have an DI or DX teaching certification in the State of Michigan.  

Michigan Virtual is hiring a Full-time Science Instructor to guide and support students from across the state in a fully online, standards-aligned environment. If you're passionate about student success and ready to make an impact from your home office, we very much welcome your application!
* Remote with 2-5x monthly in-person collaboration in Lansing
* 12-month salaried role | 8 AM�4 PM weekdays

POSITION SUMMARY:
Plans, organizes, and delivers an instructional program that has been developed and aligned to state standards. Feedback is provided by the instructor in an online environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. This position requires daytime work Monday-Friday (8:00 am � 4:00 pm) with students from multiple Michigan schools. Models professional and ethical standards in interactions with students, parents, peers, and community. Maintains professional expertise with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities. The successful candidate will be required to deliver instruction in specific content areas (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Electives, or World Language) using Michigan Virtual course materials already created by our Instructional Design Team. The teacher will be required to provide academic support to approximately 400 students per year enrolled in a variety of courses at varying levels of complexity. This is a twelve-month instructional position, with instruction in courses and additional curriculum and course development work. Must successfully complete the Onboarding Course. Full-time instructors will work primarily from home but will be required to attend meetings at the Lansing office on a regular basis ranging from 2-5 mandatory days per month.

About Michigan Virtual:
Michigan Virtual is a Lansing-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing education through research, innovation, policy, and digital learning solutions.

Our mission is to maximize learning and teaching by bringing together the best in people and technology.
Our vision is to be Michigan's leader in innovation in education.

We serve over 300 full- and part-time employees who are passionate about making a difference for students, educators, and families across Michigan.

Our Culture:

• We believe in a culture of caring. At Michigan Virtual, every team member is welcomed, heard, and valued.
• Our monthly Culture Committee creates opportunities for connection, reviews staff feedback, and champions a positive workplace.
• We emphasize professional growth and continuous learning for all of our employees.
• Our highly collaborative workplace fosters opportunities to use your unique skills, abilities and perspectives in service of our partners and constituents.  

Strategic Focus:
Our strategic plan guides us through 2030 as we help shape a more flexible and equitable K�12 education system in Michigan.
Work That Makes a Difference. Culture That Makes It Possible.

What to expect after you apply:  Apply now and help us build the future of education in Michigan!  A member of our Human Resources team will review applications materials throughout the posting.  Yes, all submissions are reviewed by a real person!  If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will reach out with details.  If you are not moved forward, we will let you know that, as well.  We will start this process after the posting closes in late-April.  We are planning for a start date of late-July.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, prepares, and delivers instructional activities and supplemental materials that facilitate actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences for all Michigan Virtual students in content area(s).
• Maintains regular communications with other Michigan Virtual staff, students, parents, and school personnel during standard business hours and replies within 24 hours.
• Collaborates face-to-face and virtually with Michigan Virtual staff weekly and/or as needed to facilitate communication, monitor and adjust curriculum and instruction based upon student needs and provide Michigan Virtual appropriate feedback on student progress.
• Provides appropriate feedback, grading and assessment of student work within 72 hours (96 hours for courses in English Language Arts, Advanced Placement, and select social studies courses).
• Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development including assessment, evaluation, and active participation in online discussion forums among other assessment types to support learning, as well as  ensuring contact with students on a regular basis regarding their progress.
• Engages in the development of a virtual class culture which includes but is not limited to weekly course announcements for students.
• Updates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law and school regulations including tracking documents related to Special Education requirements.
• Prepares required monthly progress updates, attendance, and academic reports on student performance and activities on an ongoing basis to ensure all stakeholders are appropriately informed and submit final term scores within one (1) week of the end of the term.
• Actively engaged and participates in Michigan Virtual instructional meetings including Synergy, department meetings, and annual PD events.
• Participates in making recommendations for revisions to courses, revising course content and other assigned projects aimed at maintaining or improving the quality of course curricula.
• Contributes to the development and presentation of PD materials for Michigan Virtual internal and external stakeholders.
• Leverages AI tools, where appropriate, to enhance efficiency and creativity in daily workflows, while exercising professional judgment to ensure accuracy, ethics, and data privacy.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• All work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning.
  
   

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, & LICENSES (minimum requirements): 

• Bachelor's degree
• Possesses and maintains a valid Secondary Teaching Michigan Certificate in specific content area (Certification) with designation of Highly Qualified status

High-speed Internet connection at home office 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (minimum requirements): 
 

• Minimum of three years of successful teaching at the middle or high school level
   
• Additional experience related to education, such as curriculum alignment and writing, or prior online teaching experience
   

DESIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree or higher preferred
Successful experience teaching online and/or in a blended learning environment preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (minimum requirements):
Possesses strong oral and written communication skills

• Works independently with little direct supervision
• Works collaboratively with others
• Accepts responsibility, self-motivated and holds a growth mindset
• Flexible work habits, tech savvy, problem-solver, innovative thinker
• Positive attitude and student-centered focus
• Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve academic goals
  Displays effective multitasking and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, video conference tools, LMS, and other learning tools
• Demonstrated working knowledge of articifial intelligence (AI) tools and applications relevant to the role, with the ability to use AI appropriately to support productivity, create new value, strengthen human connections, and improve work processes.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of stakeholders, students, teachers, and staff
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment
   

WORK ENVIRONMENT and/or PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job:

• The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom setting.
  This role involves working at a computer, participating in virtual and in-person meetings, and communicating with students, colleagues,  and external parties.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
• Employees may need to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and use standard office equipment.

Must be a Michigan resident.

Michigan Virtual is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace.  We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.  If you need reasonable accommodation or support to succeed in this role, please contact Human Resources to discuss your needs.     

EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENCIES:
A successful candidate may be required to:

• Submit to a criminal fingerprinting background check (conducted by outside party).
• Submit and pass pre-employment substance abuse testing, if requested.
• Provide a photocopy of their valid driver's license for tax purposes.
• Present a Social Security Card for name verification and payroll purposes.
• Sign a copy of the Michigan Virtual Non-disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement and Michigan Virtual Acceptable Use Policy for Computing Resources.

Michigan Virtual is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.