About Stellar Virtual

Stellar Virtual was founded in 2019 with one school in Texas. We serve parents of K-12 students, unhappy with their current school or need an at-home/flexible learning environment. Today, Stellar Virtual spans across three states currently, Arizona, Indiana, and Texas, with developing programs being introduced in new states over the next few years. Stellar Virtual is committed to going above and beyond for our virtual families. 

Our Mission

Empowering Families. Unleashing Potential. 

Our Core Values

At Stellar Virtual, we are guided by five core values. For us, these values are more than just something in an employee handbook that you’ll only hear about during orientation. These values are the pillars by which we operate all aspects of our organization. We talk about them often, and we expect that every one of our employees not only talks about our core values but also acts upon them.

So, it’s important to us that anyone who joins Stellar embraces our core values.

• Kids First, Always: We make student-centered decisions and always do what's best for our kids.
• Respect: We assume the best of others and treat others the way we want to be treated.
• Create, Communicate, Collaborate: We create together, communicate openly, and work as a team to deliver more than we ever could individually
• Make Your Motion Matter: We work deliberately, efficiently, and with a sense of purpose to achieve great results.
• Go the Extra Mile to Deliver a Stellar Customer Experience: We recognize that every interaction, no matter how small or unrelated it may seem, is an opportunity to build trust and goodwill with our customers.

Our Promise
Empowering families with the choice of a high-quality virtual school with dedicated staff focused on student outcomes and an exceptional customer experience, our programs will enable students to thrive and unleash their full potential. 

Position Details

Overview
As a Secondary Teacher with CTE (Career and Technical Education), you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional virtual education to secondary school students. This position requires experience and knowledge in various career fields, including but not limited to: Graphic Design & Multimedia Art, Accounting & Financial Services, Marketing & Sales, Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services, Teacher & Training, Family & Community Services, Floral Design & Plant Science. This position aligns well with those who have a deep understanding of virtual teaching methodologies, technology integration, and the ability to inspire and engage virtual students.

Essential Duties

• Develop and adapt curriculum materials that align with state standards and cater to the diverse learning styles and needs of virtual students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive online learning environment, implementing effective strategies for student engagement, participation, and behavior management.
• Utilize innovative and interactive teaching methods to deliver engaging CTE lessons, incorporating multimedia resources, discussion forums, and collaborative activities during live sessions during scheduled learning activities.
• Participate in live learning sessions, in addition to preparing recorded learning activities, for all students, with support from the designated Department Chair.
• Design, administer, and assess student assignments, projects, and exams.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to guide students in their academic progress.
• Offer additional support and resources to students who may require extra assistance, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to succeed.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress, addressing concerns, and collaborating on strategies to support student success.
• Stay informed about best practices in online education, CTE curriculum developments, and virtual teaching methodologies.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes 

• At least 2 years’ experience teaching in a related subject, preferably in a virtual classroom setting or similar environment.
• A strong, demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• A desire to live our #KidsFirstAlways value in every interaction.
• Commitment to data-driven instructional practices.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technology skills and familiarity with virtual learning platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to the virtual learning environment.

Education & Certification Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required; a Master’s is preferred.
• A valid Iowa teaching license with endorsements in CTE (Speech, Business communications, Floral Design/Plant Science, Family & Community Services, Teacher Training, Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services, Marketing & Sales, Accounting & Finance, and Graphic Design & Multimedia Art) or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI).

Employment "At-Will"
For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.