K - 8 Virtual Instructor

Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for a K - 8 Virtual Instructor.

A teaching contract is 187 days.

External candidates are allowed to bring in up to 16 years of contracted K - 12 teaching experience.

Applicants for teaching positions will be asked to complete the EPI Candidate Assessment.  You should receive an email prompting you to complete this survey.  This is timed and takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete.  You only need to complete the survey one time and then it will show as completed on all applications. 

Additional information on the BPS benefit package is posted on the District website:

https://www.bismarckschools.org/about-bps/departments/human-resources/employee-benefit-summaries

Purpose Statement
The K-8 Virtual Instructor designs and delivers high-quality, engaging virtual instruction for students across kindergarten through eighth grade. This role fosters a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate online learning environment and works collaboratively with families, school teams, and support staff to support student success and achievement.

Supervisory Relationship
Reports to: LDI Director

Essential Functions

• Design and adapt curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners in a virtual setting.
• Develop and deliver engaging, personalized instruction across multiple grade levels.
• Build strong relationships with students and families through ongoing communication and academic goal-setting.
• Utilize learning management systems to organize and deliver instruction, feedback, and assessments.
• Integrate instructional technology tools to enhance learning experiences.
• Monitor student progress through formative and summative assessments and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Facilitate small group and individualized instruction based on student data and learning goals.
• Create a positive, inclusive virtual learning environment that supports collaboration, student voice, and choice.
• Manage a flexible, responsive virtual classroom with developmentally appropriate routines, expectations and structure.
• Partner with families and empower them with strategies to support learning at home.
• Actively participate in professional learning communities and school team meetings.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Adhere to all Bismarck Public Schools policies and procedures.
• This position requires prompt and consistent attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the virtual learning environment. 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage instruction and student data across multiple grade levels.
• Technological proficiency with digital tools and instructional platforms.
• Ability to deliver engaging and effective instruction in a virtual environment. 

Knowledge

• Standards-aligned curriculum design and instructional planning.
• Learning management systems
• Personalized learning and blended learning models.
• Equity, inclusion, and differentiated instructional strategies. 

Abilities

• Build authentic relationships with students and families in a virtual setting.
• Adapt instruction based on student needs and assessment data.
• Manage multi-grade virtual instruction effectively.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a remote learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families, and support staff to support student success.

Responsibility
The K-8 Virtual Instructor has a significant impact on student learning and achievement in a digital environment. The role requires independent judgment, collaboration with various stakeholders, and consistent documentation of student progress and instructional practices.

Work Environment
This position will report to the Central Administration Building (CAB) with flexibility to work outside the regular workday to meet student needs. It involves extended use of computers and digital platforms in an indoor, office-like setting.

Experience
Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience

Experience with Learning Management Systems preferred

Previous experience in virtual or blended learning environments preferred

Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Education required

Master’s Degree in Curriculum & Instruction preferred

Certificates and Licenses
Valid North Dakota Teaching License required

Kindergarten endorsement preferred

Continuing Education/Training
Participation in ongoing professional development in virtual instruction and curriculum design is required

Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance required

FLSA Status
Exempt

Salary Grade
Teacher Salary Schedule

Open until filled