High school Virtual English Teacher

High School ELA Teacher (Grades 9-12) Dropout Prevention Recovery High School (Remote, Ohio-Based) Location Remote (Ohio – Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Toledo, Athens, and surrounding areas) with required in-person travel for state testing. Type Full-Time, 10-Month (202 days) Start Date July 31, 2026 (2026–2027 School Year) Salary $50,000 – $62,000/year + benefits Reimagine school. Support students. Change lives. At ChallengeU, we do high school differently! We're a fully online dropout recovery and prevention high school, dedicated to helping students aged 14–21 who have fallen behind or disconnected from traditional education. Through flexibility, compassion, and personalized support, we help students reclaim their path to graduation. Note While this is primarily a remote position, team members must attend in-person training and travel within Ohio to proctor required state assessments. What You'll Do As a High School ELA Teacher at ChallengeU, you'll deliver engaging, rigorous English Language Arts instruction entirely online — meeting students where they are and helping them become stronger readers, writers, and thinkers. Your role will include • Literacy Leader Deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons in reading comprehension, literary analysis, writing, vocabulary, and grammar to students in grades 9–12. • Writing Coach Guide students through the full writing process from brainstorming and drafting to revision and final submission. Fostering creativity, voice, and precision. • Data-Informed Educator Monitor academic progress using student data tools and LMS platforms, adjusting instruction to meet individual student needs. • IEP Ally Collaborate with the Special Education team to ensure IEP and 504 accommodations are implemented effectively within your virtual classroom. • Connection Captain Maintain strong, consistent communication with students, families, and graduation coaches to keep everyone aligned on progress and next steps. • Team Player Participate in student support planning and interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing your voice to holistic student success strategies. • Office Hours Hero Provide virtual office hours and small-group tutoring to give students the extra support they need to succeed. • Assessment Architect Prepare students for state assessments and graduation requirements, and travel in person as needed to proctor standardized testing. Who You Are • A virtual educator with a track record of real online teaching - the more experience beyond pandemic-era emergency mode, the better. • Deeply familiar with virtual platforms like Google Suite, learning management systems, Peardeck, and digital communication tools. • Skilled at building relationships with at-risk youth in nontraditional or high-support learning environments. • Flexible, student-centered, and able to differentiate instruction and personalize learning pathways. • Organized, proactive, and an excellent communicator in writing and on screen. • Motivated to be part of a mission-driven team building better outcomes for students who need it most. What You'll Need • Licensure Valid Ohio Teaching License in ELA (Grades 7–12 or 9–12) — required. • Education Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field — required. • Experience Proven track record teaching ELA 9–12, including Remedial and Credit Recovery courses. • Virtual Teaching Demonstrated success with virtual instruction — including grading, pacing, and online engagement strategies. • Tech Skills Proficiency with Google Classroom, LMS platforms, and digital grading and data tools. • Location & Travel Must reside in Ohio with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for in-person testing support. • Remote Ready Reliable high-speed internet and ability to work independently in a fully remote environment. Why Work With Us? At ChallengeU, we do more than check boxes — we reignite potential! Join a caring, creative team that believes in second chances. We offer a flexible, mission-driven work environment where your impact is felt every day. Benefits • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance • Paid Time Off • State Retirement • Professional development support Ready to help students believe in school again — and in themselves? Apply now and bring your expertise, empathy, and virtual know-how to a team that's changing lives every day! Pay $50,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year Benefits • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Experience • virtual teaching 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification • Ohio Teaching license in ELA (Grades 7-12 or 9-12) (Required) Location • Ohio (Required) Willingness to travel • 25% (Preferred) Work Location Remote Apply To this Job Apply To This Job Apply To this Job Apply To This Job

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