School Summary
Missouri Connections Academy (MOCA) is a tuition-free, full-time virtual public
school serving students across the state of Missouri. MOCA delivers a
personalized, online learning experience supported by state-certified teachers,
comprehensive curriculum, and a strong partnership with families. The school is
committed to student engagement, academic success, and continuous improvement
within a virtual learning environment.
Position Summary and Responsibilities
This position is working with Missouri Connections Academy. From your home
office in Missouri, certified Advisory Teachers will manage instructional
programs. Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools
they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that
each child successfully completes their instructional program.
The Advisory Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the
following tasks:
Advise students and families related to academics;
Advise students with issues related to dropping courses and changing
schedules, seeking support as needed, while ensuring that the school’s course
selection and drop policies are adhered to;
Review student academic records;
Implement programs for students and families related to interpersonal
adjustment issues;
Work with school teams to identify and help families access school and
community resources;
Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for
the school and serve as a key member of the Student Support Team (SST);
Coordinate a team of elementary school teachers to help identify students who
are “at risk” or “in crisis”; Act as a point of contact for these students
and families, communicating regularly with them;
Integral part of the PLC and GLT teams;
Implement efforts to secure complete and accurate records for Connections
Academy students;
Support families through the school withdrawal process, assisting with data
collection regarding withdrawal;
Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as
obligated by law, administrative regulations, or ethical standards. Stay
abreast of all state regulations relating to incident reporting and
documentation;
Assist teachers when students enroll mid-semester, making sure that teachers
receive guidance on integrating the students into their coursework, and
ensuring that previous grades, credits, and evaluations are handled
appropriately;
Support professional development activities for teachers and school staff
members;
Support person for school year cycle tasks; and
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Highly qualified and a certified Advisory Teacher in Missouri (appropriate to
grade level and content area responsibilities)
Experience with Professional Learning Communities
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office
programs)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Team player track record
Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may
require overnight travel two times per year)
Ability to work remotely, if necessary
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some
families
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for 2-step
authentication.
Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at
https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits
[https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits].
Missouri 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.
Missouri Connections Academy is accredited by the North Central Association
Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Northwest
Accreditation Commission (NWAC), and the Southern Association of Colleges &
Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), which are
accrediting divisions of Cognia.