TEACHER VACANCY CIRCULAR NO 21  CENTRAL REMOTE TEACHER   2024  2025

(SUBJECT TO FUNDING AVAILABILITY)

POSITION:

REMOTE INSTRUCTION TEACHER

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS/LICENSE:

New York City licensed Science and Math-tenured teachers in High School Grade Levels.

OFFICE:

Teaching & Learning

LOCATION:

82-01 Rockaway Boulevard

Ozone Park, NY  11416

REMOTE TEACHERS

POSITION SUMMARY:

Virtual Learning Classrooms aims to partner teachers from around the city with students to provide them with increased access to courses not available in their “brick and mortar” schools, including, but not limited to Electives and AP Courses. This posting is for teachers interested in teaching full time in this program from September 2024 - June 2025. Remote instruction teachers will deliver instruction to and communicate with high school students in other locations using the internet and required technological platforms. Please note that while students will not be in the same location as the teacher, this position does require that you report to a designated NYCPS location.

Remote Teachers are licensed teachers of high school grade levels who teach students virtually. Remote teachers will teach students in the following subject areas: Advanced Placement Subjects (Including but not limited to: AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Pre Calculus, AP Macroeconomics, AP Statistics, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics, AP Biology), electives (Including but not limited to: Forensics, Environmental Justice, Anatomy & Physiology, other science electives), and non AP Physics and Calculus. Other subjects may be added. Students may be enrolled in one class from multiple schools simultaneously, but total class size will not exceed contractual limits.

Remote Teachers will be expected to participate in 10 sessions of professional learning workshops including an online course leading to a Learning Management System certification to occur during July and/or August prior to commencement of position with remaining on-going professional learning during the year and will be paid at the per session rate for work beyond the contractual workday/work year. Remote teachers will perform required duties (including corresponding with participating school staff, planning for remote instruction and assessment, communication and conferencing with students and/or parents). Duties and responsibilities are intended to emulate traditional teaching paradigms and create an equitable learning experience.

REPORTS TO:

Executive Director Virtual Learning Classrooms

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Minimum of four (4) years of teaching experience as a regularly appointed teacher. Knowledge of the common core standards as it relates to the course. 

● Extensive knowledge of the New York State and City Standards, meets Advanced Placement requirements (as appropriate) and is licensed in subject matter. 

● Demonstrated expertise in a synchronous live online learning environment designing and implementing standards-based instruction that specifies clear learning objectives, includes engaging activities and authentic assessments to measure mastery. 

● Willingness to promote online dialogue to deepen the learning experience. 

● Demonstrated ability with written and oral communications emphasis placed on the delivery of digital presentations. 

● Demonstrated ability to use online learning, communication and other edtech tools as appropriate. 

● Can differentiate instruction for individuals or groups of students based on instructional data and analysis as well as student characteristics. 

● Can sustain and document flexible teaching schedules, which account for asynchronous and synchronous activities that are student-centered and maintain high standards for student engagement and success. 

● Selected candidates will be asked to facilitate a demonstration lesson or planning activity to demonstrate aforementioned qualifications. 

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Demonstrated skill in team building, group dynamics, and facilitating collaborative learning.
• Proven history of being a self-starter who works well without constant supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines (i.e. multiple marking periods and grading systems, varying school schedules, etc)
• Strong time management skills
• Experience using a full Learning Management System
• Experience with a variety of Edtech tools used to enhance instruction and create engaging and dynamic online lessons
• Experience teaching Advanced Placement Math and/or Science classes

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Demonstrate competency in using data from assessments and other data sources to modify content and guide student learning. 

● Modify engaging content and appropriate assessments in an online environment. 

● Provide quality instruction to students using asynchronous and synchronous teaching methods (I.e. asynchronous = discussion forums, group work, written and digital assignments, posted content. Synchronous = online classrooms, webinars, chat rooms). 

● Employ student-centered instructional strategies that are connected to real-world applications to engage students in learning. 

● Facilitate and monitor online instruction groups/discussions to promote learning through higher-order thinking and group interaction. 

● Engage in frequent teacher-student, teacher-teacher, and teacher-administrator interactions with participating schools. 

● Provide prompt student feedback, communicate high expectations, and teach to diverse talents and learning styles. 

● Online communication between students and teachers is a significant component of this program to mimic in person communication. Therefore, teachers are expected to respond to student emails and grade assignments within 2 workdays, as well as monitor and respond to discussion postings daily during the school week. 

● Regularly share with participating school(s) student data including but not limited to grades and attendance. This includes the use of school selected platforms and systems. 

● Incorporate and comply with FERPA, AUP and communicate privacy guidelines to students. 

● Select and use a variety of online tools for communication, productivity, collaboration, data and performance analysis, presentation, research, and online content delivery as appropriate to the content area and student needs. 

● Use communication technologies in a variety of mediums and contexts for teaching and learning. 

● Apply technical troubleshooting skills (downloading plug-ins, uploading assignments, etc.) 

● Participate in all professional development and peer mentoring exercises throughout the duration of service. 

● Develop key relationships in order to work closely with participating school staff, students and parents, guidance counselors and central VLC staff. 

● Participate in activities to identify best practices, address challenges and assess efficacy. 

WORKING CONDITIONS & LOCATION:

● This posting is for September 2024-June 2025.

● The maximum class size of a full virtual course does not exceed UFT contractual limits. 

● Teachers shall not be assigned more than twenty five (25) teaching periods per week and may teach up to five (5) remote classes; however, the maximum number of distinct courses shall not exceed three (3). 

● Teachers must provide instruction synchronously during programmed periods each week, as well as be available for asynchronous teaching approaches including but not limited to office hours, individual and small group conferencing and providing direction for independent student work.

● Design lessons and units that meet content standards.  Digital curriculum is provided as a resource.

● Teachers are expected to teach in person from 82-01 Rockaway Blvd, Ozone Park, NY 11416, 65 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, or Staten Island office TBD.

HOURS:

As per Article Six of the UFT Collective Bargaining Agreement 

SALARY: 

As per UFT Collective Bargaining Agreement

WORK YEAR: 

As per Article Six of the UFT Collective Bargaining Agreement

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Application must include cover letter, resume and your 6-digit file number.

Please send application via email to the following email address: vlc@schools.nyc.gov with the subject line: “Application for Full Time Remote Teacher.”

Application will be accepted through JULY 24, 2024