Do you want to be part of a unique teaching environment that is paving the way for individualized learning in California? Would you like to be able to spend enough one-on-one time with each student to bring out their maximum learning potential? If you answered Yes, then ECA IS THE PLACE TO BE!

 

We are currently hiring for the 2025-2026 school year. You may submit your application and accompanying supporting documents now to be considered. For additional information about our school, please visit our website.

 

Background on ECA:
We are a unique learning environment that provides a non-traditional educational setting utilizing Internet-based, individualized self-paced instruction provided in nearly any location in southern California. ECA Teachers are remotely based and meet with students and families face-to-face virtually, or in-person, based on geographic location. Each of our students is assigned only one supervising teacher for a personalized approach to learning.

 

Duties of all ECA supervising teachers:

• Coordinate the educational program for assigned students
• Ensure each student has a fully executed master agreement
• Ensure each student is enrolled in an appropriate course of study that includes all relevant core and, as appropriate, supplemental and/or elective courses
• Direct the distribution of curriculum to students
• Monitor student schedules within the school's student information system and student learning platform/s to ensure consistency
• Every learning period, personally assign to each student work that is aligned to grade-level standards at a level of quality and intellectual challenge substantially equivalent to in-person instruction
• Every learning period, personally assign to each student work that is equivalent to the amount of work the student would be expected to complete within a classroom-based environment
• Every learning period, for each student maintain an accurate Assignment and Work Record (AWR) including a complete listing of assigned and completed student work
• Actively monitor student engagement and progress; communicate progress with students and parents/guardians
• Meet with each student face-to-face (virtually or in-person) at least once per learning period
• Meet with each student and/or parent/guardian face-to-face (virtually or in-person) at least once per learning period to collect, review, assess, and report student learning by reviewing the full body of work produced by the student during the learning period
• Each learning period, accurately calculate and record each student's attendance within the school's student information system
• Communicate student attendance to families on an ongoing basis (never later than 7 days after the close of a learning period}
• Meet all school issued reporting and compliance deadlines
• Administer all school and state-mandated assessments in a timely manner
• Collaborate with the school's special education team and other staff who support students' learning
• Provide opportunities for live synchronous instruction and live interaction as assigned
• Work with assigned students to provide instruction in a virtual learning environment
• Use technology as an everyday tool for teaching, learning, and communicating
• Teach students and their families how to use online and supplemental curriculum
• Provide consultation and/or technical assistance to students and families
• Adapt instruction and curriculum to meet the needs of the student
• Serve as the primary liaison between the school and family
• Communicate with each student through synchronous online tools such as Zoom or Google Hangout, instant message, email, and/or phone on an as needed basis
• Promote parental involvement in the learning process
• Identify opportunities for additional tutoring for assigned students
• Read and be familiar with the school's approved charter
• Read and be familiar with each student's master agreement
• Assist students and families in the selection of coursework to advance students towards graduation; manage student schedules; track student grades; monitor course progress; and confer with the school counselor as needed
• Select and requisition books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies for the student; assist with the collection of school property when the relationship between the school and the student ends
• Closely monitor and review student transcripts
• Maintain accurate grades within the school's student information system
• Meet with families to create an Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) for each student
• Stay current with relevant research and teaching/learning trends as required to improve student academic achievement
• Remain familiar with school resources
• Maintain updated curriculum training
• Analyze data to evaluate effectiveness of curriculum and teaching methods
• Engage in EPIC's process of employee observation and review
• Participate in school activities such as field trips, community events, and graduation/promotion ceremonies when requested by supervisor.

Job Qualifications

Required skills:

• Positive attitude and growth mindset
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to collect and analyze data from a variety of sources
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and demonstrate leadership abilities
• Ability to build effective relationships, work collaboratively, and gain credibility quickly to instill confidence of teaching ability
• Strong decision making, organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective positive interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to resolve issues and conflicts
• Strong technology skills in up-to-date computer software including word processing and spreadsheets
• Current on new instructional technologies
• Ability to coach, mentor, and teach students ages 4 - 21
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others
• Self-discipline and initiative

Employment Requirements: