Pennwood Cyber Charter School – Biology Science Teacher (25/26 SY)
Position Summary and Responsibilities
Accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Pennwood Cyber Charter School seeks high-quality, state-certified teachers to serve as Pennwood's staff. Working from a home office in Pennsylvania, certified Teachers virtually manage instructional programming at Pennwood Cyber Charter School using the telephone, Internet, and various curriculum tools. Teachers regularly consult with learning coaches and students to ensure each child completes their instructional program. Teachers collaborate with all staff to ensure the school's cyber learning program is successful for all students.
Key Responsibilities
• Contribute to a culture of achievement by supporting the instructional program with asynchronous and synchronous instruction in whole group, small group, and 1-1 settings;
• Complete all grading, lesson preparation, and student and parent communications promptly;
• Collaborate with other teachers (i.e., PLCs) regularly to develop and update Personal Learning Plans, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, and refine instructional approaches and strategies;
• Develop a general knowledge of the K-12 curriculum and a very detailed understanding of the courses for which responsible;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lesson content to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and help with daily assignments and projects;
• Communicate regularly with parents and students through the use of the Learning Management System and telephone;
• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and student and parent contacts and communications;
• Consult with other teachers, school staff, and leadership team to develop enrichment activities and modifications to students' programs to increase student understanding and engagement;
• Work with the Engagement and Counseling Departments to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate and timely communications, students are making adequate progress, and established goals are being met;
• Support Individualized Education Plans for students in courses for which responsible;
• Engage in professional development;
• Devise and implement cyber methods of creating and maintaining a "school community" in courses for which responsible;
• Work with other teachers and school staff to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
• Manage field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for students and families;
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Assessments and other school events as directed;
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
• Other duties as assigned.
Capabilities
Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for the customer. Builds strong relationships with school staff, students, and families and uses those relationships to improve their experience and outcomes.
Communications - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and resonating messages. Confident Public Speaker. Produces high-quality written communications.
Works well in a matrix - Models collaboration, solves problems efficiently and constructively with peers, builds trust and support. Agile and flexible in day-to-day operations and duties. Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Takes personal responsibility – Can be relied on to complete tasks promptly and well, demonstrates "ownership" regardless of the outcome, and is proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities. Shows a commitment to goal-directed management and accountability
Requirements
• Highly qualified and certified to teach Middle School and/or High School in Pennsylvania
• Endorsements in EL or multiple subject areas are a plus
• Pennsylvania residency
• Experience teaching in a cyberlearning environment is a plus
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student-centric
• High degree of flexibility and agility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Evidenced team player track record
• Willingness to travel for state testing, school, and marketing events (may require overnight travel)
• Ability to work occasional evening hours, as needed, to support students and families
• Ability to effectively work remotely
• If given a job offer, please note that 2-step authentication is required for all systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Pennwood Cyber Charter School seeks high-quality, state-certified teachers to serve as Pennwood's staff. Working from a home office in Pennsylvania, certified Teachers virtually manage instructional programming at Pennwood Cyber Charter School using the telephone, Internet, and various curriculum tools. Teachers regularly consult with learning coaches and students to ensure each child completes their instructional program. Teachers collaborate with all staff to ensure the school's cyber learning program is successful for all students.
Key Responsibilities
• Contribute to a culture of achievement by supporting the instructional program with asynchronous and synchronous instruction in whole group, small group, and 1-1 settings;
• Complete all grading, lesson preparation, and student and parent communications promptly;
• Collaborate with other teachers (i.e., PLCs) regularly to develop and update Personal Learning Plans, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, and refine instructional approaches and strategies;
• Develop a general knowledge of the K-12 curriculum and a very detailed understanding of the courses for which responsible;
• Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lesson content to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
• Support students and parents with alternate strategies and help with daily assignments and projects;
• Communicate regularly with parents and students through the use of the Learning Management System and telephone;
• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance, and student and parent contacts and communications;
• Consult with other teachers, school staff, and leadership team to develop enrichment activities and modifications to students' programs to increase student understanding and engagement;
• Work with the Engagement and Counseling Departments to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate and timely communications, students are making adequate progress, and established goals are being met;
• Support Individualized Education Plans for students in courses for which responsible;
• Engage in professional development;
• Devise and implement cyber methods of creating and maintaining a "school community" in courses for which responsible;
• Work with other teachers and school staff to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
• Manage field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for students and families;
• Participate in the organization and administration of the State Assessments and other school events as directed;
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
• Other duties as assigned.
Capabilities
Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for the customer. Builds strong relationships with school staff, students, and families and uses those relationships to improve their experience and outcomes.
Communications - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and resonating messages. Confident Public Speaker. Produces high-quality written communications.
Works well in a matrix - Models collaboration, solves problems efficiently and constructively with peers, builds trust and support. Agile and flexible in day-to-day operations and duties. Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Takes personal responsibility – Can be relied on to complete tasks promptly and well, demonstrates "ownership" regardless of the outcome, and is proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities. Shows a commitment to goal-directed management and accountability
Requirements
• Highly qualified and certified to teach Middle School and/or High School in Pennsylvania
• Endorsements in EL or multiple subject areas are a plus
• Pennsylvania residency
• Experience teaching in a cyberlearning environment is a plus
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Student-centric
• High degree of flexibility and agility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Evidenced team player track record
• Willingness to travel for state testing, school, and marketing events (may require overnight travel)
• Ability to work occasional evening hours, as needed, to support students and families
• Ability to effectively work remotely
• If given a job offer, please note that 2-step authentication is required for all systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Apply Now