High School Healthcare Science Teacher - Georgia Connections Academy

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades K-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.

Georgia Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in the content area or related field

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE
Georgia Clearance Certificate Healthcare Science
*Priority will be given to candidates certified in multiple Career Technical fields

Requirements
● Possess a Georgia teaching certification in the subject area of instruction
● Must have a Clearance Certificate through the Department of Education or be able to obtain one within the first 30 days of the first day of hire.
● Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
● Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
● Highly organized and punctual
● Student and family-focused approach
● Experience in teaching or supporting Title I schools
● High degree of flexibility
● Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
● Team player track record
● Strong interpersonal skills, which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
● Willingness to travel for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
● Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
● Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
● Serve as an advisor for HOSA
● Assist students in preparing for HOSA competitions at the local, state, and national levels
● Coordinate healthcare science-related projects with community partners (e.g., event
promotions, social media campaigns).
● Organize fundraising events, school-based enterprises, and community service projects
● Build relationships with local businesses and industry professionals for guest speaker opportunities.
● Advocate for program growth and student career opportunities through outreach and networking.
● Build relationships with local businesses and industry professionals for guest speaker opportunities.
● Advocate for program growth and student career opportunities through outreach and networking.

Physical Requirements
● This position requires frequent travel throughout the state of Georgia to conduct official school business. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, maintain a clean driving record, and be comfortable with regular day trips and occasional overnight travel as needed. A reliable personal vehicle is required.
● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. Employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. Employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include closevision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.