Online Learning Support Teacher- Part Time

Position Overview

Dwight Global Online School, which was recently named the #2 best online high school in the United States by Newsweek magazine, is seeking an experienced and innovative High School/Middle School Learning Support Teacher to teach virtual one-on-one classes starting in August 2023.  The ideal candidate is a flexible and innovative team player with a gift for igniting the spark of genius in online students around the world.  

The Learning Support teacher will work one-on-one with students in need of additional academic support in order to access our rigorous curriculum.  Though this position is remote, and the teacher may be located anywhere.

About Dwight Global

Dwight Global, the online program of Dwight School in New York City, was founded in 2014 with the goal of taking Dwight’s mission of igniting the spark of genius in every child and translating it into the cloud. Now with online students and teachers living in over 25 countries, Dwight Global has recently been named a top online school by Newsweek and niche.com. Combining real-time video conference seminars, individual online tutorials, and optional residential experiences, Dwight Global provides the best elements of a day school, boarding school, and online school. 

Responsibilities

• Meet one-on-one multiple times weekly with students; maintain safe, efficient, and engaging online environment; display evidence of positive and appropriate relationship with student.
• Liaise with HOD, deans, school counselors, and parents regarding student progress.
• Utilize technology effectively to advance the educational process and engage students.
• Provide one-on-one academic and organizational support to struggling learners.
• Provide high-level support in one or more of the traditional academic disciplines (English, history, math, chemistry or biology). 
• Complete additional special education-focused training programs.
• Display a commitment to diversity and creating a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging in approach to teaching and learning, as they are recognized and valued by Dwight.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Education or a related field.
• Formal training in Special Education is strongly preferred.
• At least three years of experience teaching.
• Ability to differentiate and modify lessons and assignments based on student need.
• Exceptional organizational skills; the ideal candidate is very detail-oriented.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing.
• Experience working, teaching, and/or collaborating online required.
• Ability to actively engage with the classroom teachers and maintain regular contact with parents about student progress in all areas.
• Experience utilizing different kinds of technology.
• Experience teaching a range of learners.
• Eagerness to contribute positively to the Dwight community.
• Willingness to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Ability to bring joy, kindness, maturity, and flexibility to the school environment.
• Availability in the late afternoons and evenings EST is preferred.