Connect With a Teacher
Do you have a question about being a virtual teacher for Connections Academy? Ask a current Connections Academy teacher about his or her experience! If you have a question regarding the status of your application for a position, please email careers@connectionsacademy.com.
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Arizona
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Alexandra from Arizona Connections Academy
Middle and High School Science Teacher
(Lead Teacher)
"I know my fellow teachers more intimately and I am able to rely on them for support."
Alex teaches Middle School and High School Science including Advanced Placement courses for Arizona Connections Academy (ACA). Alex has taught with ACA for almost three years. She has previous public and private school experience. Alex says, “I am able to help students one-on-one on a daily basis. I am able to know their strengths and weaknesses. I know my fellow teachers more intimately and I am able to rely on them for support. I thoroughly enjoy working at Connections Academy and look forward to coming to work every day!”
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California (Southern)
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Marisa from Capistrano Connections Academy
Middle School Gifted and Talented Language Arts Teacher
"I can really focus on the curriculum and instruction rather than managing behavior."
Marisa teaches Middle School Language Arts, including the Gifted and Talented program for Capistrano Connections Academy (CapoCA). Marisa has taught with CapoCA for two years. She has previous public school experience. Marisa says, “We have the benefit of being able to get to know our students individually and we don’t have to deal with some of the classroom management and behavior problems like in traditional schools. This allows me to really focus on the curriculum and instruction rather than managing behavior.”
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Cindy from Capistrano Connections Academy
Elementary Teacher
(Master Teacher)
"It is energizing to be part of an innovative, individualized education program."
Cindy teaches Kindergarten through 5th grade for Capistrano Connections Academy (CapoCA). Cindy has taught with CapoCA for over three years. She has previous private school experience. Cindy says, “I have the ability to pursue and create virtual tools and environments to help students and parents connect to each other and learn together. The students, local teaching staff, corporate team, technology, and even benefits make this school and company a great place to work!”
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Colorado
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Kellie from Colorado Connections Academy
Elementary Gifted and Talented Teacher
"You have many opportunities to help students achieve their full potential!"
Kellie teaches 3rd grade and 3rd through 5th grade Gifted and Talented Math and Language Arts for Colorado Connections Academy (ColoCA). Kellie has taught with ColoCA for over two years. She has previous public school experience. Kellie says, “Connections Academy is a great place to use your skills as a teacher! You have many opportunities to help students achieve their full potential. We have many opportunities to give our students a one-of-a-kind education.”
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Florida
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Tammi from Florida Virtual School Full Time
Art Adjunct Teacher
"“The unique position of a remote, virtual Art teacher can seem isolating at first, but Connections Academy offers so many great ways to stay connected to the staff”"
Tammi teaches Middle School Art for Florida Connections Academy (FCA). Tammi has taught with FCA for almost two years. She has previous public, private, and home school experience. Tammi says, “The unique position of a remote, virtual Art teacher can seem isolating at first, but Connections Academy offers so many great ways to stay connected to the staff, including Teacher Talks and other ‘live’ training and interaction, as well as 24/7 ways to stay connected to other Art teachers and swap ideas.”
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Idaho
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Mark from INSPIRE, the Idaho Connections Academy
High School Language Arts Teacher
(Coordinator Teacher)
"The people are excited and believe wholeheartedly in what they do! It’s an amazing place to work!"
Mark teaches High School Language Arts for INSPIRE. Mark has taught with INSPIRE for one year. Mark says, “There is concern for the students and their education and well-being; there is concern for each other as teachers, both personally and professionally, and there is concern for the Connections Academy organization and its success and growth. While the focus is certainly on educating students and helping them maximize their fullest potential, the environment rewards those who like to approach education from a non-traditional perspective.”
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Minnesota
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Katie from MTS Minnesota Connections Academy
Middle School Math Teacher
(Lead Teacher)
"Teaching at Connections Academy has given me the opportunity to think outside the box when teaching my curriculum, which is like a breath of fresh air!"
Katie teaches Middle School Math for MTS Minnesota Connections Academy (MTSMCA). Katie has taught with MTSMCA for over two years. She has previous public school experience. Katie says, “My position at Connections Academy is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs that I have ever had. I enjoy spending time with my co-workers and feel that I have a real say in what goes on at our school. I enjoy coming to work each day and enjoy getting to know my students!”
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Nevada
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Jennifer from Nevada Connections Academy
Middle School Gifted and Talented Math and Language Arts Teacher
"Parents and students are more involved in their educational goals."
Jennifer teaches Middle School Math and Language Arts, including the Gifted and Talented program, for Nevada Connections Academy (NCA). Jennifer has taught with NCA for one year. She has previous public school experience. Jennifer says, “It’s the best teaching job ever. There are opportunities for personal development. I feel more connected with my students in this environment than working in a traditional school. It’s a great feeling knowing I am making a difference!”
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Ohio
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Rekha from Ohio Connections Academy
Elementary Teacher
(Lead Teacher)
"Connections Academy gives every teacher the opportunity to individualize learning to the needs of each child."
Rekha teaches Elementary School for Ohio Connections Academy (OCA). Rekha has taught with OCA for four years. She has previous public school experience. Rekha says, “Connections Academy gives every teacher the opportunity to individualize learning to the needs of each child on their caseload. The power of differentiating instruction is a powerful tool that cannot be replicated in traditional brick and mortar classrooms. You have a lot more flexibility and opportunities to involve a parent in the child’s education.”
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Christyann from Ohio Connections Academy
High School English Teacher
(Master Teacher)
"In this program, parent involvement is paramount…"
Christyann teaches 10th grade English for Ohio Connections Academy (OCA). Christyann has taught with OCA for over six years. She has previous public school experience. Christyann says, “From my experience, I feel I know my students better in this {[virtual] environment because my attention is focused just on them when I work with them. There are not 29 other students in the room that I have to monitor.”
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Emily from Ohio Connections Academy
Special Education Teacher
"Connections Academy is a very supportive, family-oriented school."
Emily teaches Special Education for Ohio Connections Academy (OCA). Emily has taught with OCA for almost two years. She has previous public school experience. Emily says, "The ability to work more individually with your students allows for a greater understanding of student skills and needs."
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Oregon
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Linda from Oregon Connections Academy
Middle and High School Language Arts Teacher
(Master Teacher)
"I have the opportunity to use amazing technology!"
Linda teaches Middle and High School Language Arts for Oregon Connections Academy (ORCA). Linda has taught with ORCA for almost three years. She has previous public and private school experience. Linda says, “ORCA is a unique, academically rich environment where teachers get to know their students one on one, have the opportunity to use amazing technology, are encouraged to grow professionally, and have close interaction with families in meaningful ways. We are using modern technology to get students ready for the information-rich world they will be entering as adults.”
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Candy from Oregon Connections Academy
Middle School Language Arts Teacher
(Coordinator Teacher)
"The opportunities for success are endless!"
Candy teaches Middle School Language Arts and Art for Oregon Connections Academy (ORCA). Candy has taught with ORCA for one year. She has previous public and private school experience. Candy says, “With Connections Academy, you can meet the needs of the students in a variety of ways that aren’t possible in the brick and mortar school, such as students working in the mornings or evenings, doing one specific subject a day, putting in more hours on certain days, and the ability to be mobile and work from wherever the student has a computer and internet. The opportunities for success are endless!”
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Pennsylvania
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Jeff from Commonwealth Connections Academy
Middle School Math Teacher
"There is a passion for excellence among the teachers and administrators that is unique to any place where I have taught."
Jeff teaches Middle School Math for Commonwealth Connections Academy (CCA). Jeff has taught with CCA for two years. He has previous public and private school experience. Jeff says, “The training, administrative support, technical assistance, and overall climate are focused on making the teachers the best they can be. Coming to CCA was the best decision I have made in my professional career. We are a customer-first based school and every day each and every one of us strives to make CCA the best in the business! I truly believe that we are!”
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Lauren from Commonwealth Connections Academy
High School Science Teacher
(Coordinator Teacher)
"Connections Academy encourages teachers to attend field trips, plan events, and to really get involved with every aspect of the school!"
Lauren teaches High School Science for Commonwealth Connections Academy (CCA). Lauren has taught with CCA for over one year. She has previous public school experience. Lauren says, “In this environment, you have the ability to reach out and spend one-on-one time helping kids who need extra attention. This year I was given the opportunity to start a “Traveling Lab” series where I can set up science labs at local universities and corporations to give my students hands-on experience. The support for teachers is endless!”
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Meghan from Commonwealth Connections Academy
Elementary Teacher
"I love my job, my work atmosphere, and the individuals that I work with every day"
Meghan teaches Kindergarten and 1st grade for Commonwealth Connections Academy (CCA). Meghan has taught with CCA for almost three years. She has previous public and private school experience. Meghan says, “I have built relationships with my families that continue to grow from year to year.”
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Brooke from Commonwealth Connections Academy
Middle School Language Arts Teacher
(Coordinator Teacher)
"As a teacher for a cyber school, you will be amazed by the connection you gain with not only the students, but also with their families."
Brooke teaches Middle School Language Arts for Commonwealth Connections Academy (CCA). Brooke has taught with CCA for over three years. She has previous public school experience. Brooke says, “I am a very active member of the school staff. I participate in the drama club, robotics, and Science Fiction club.”
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South Carolina
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Megan from South Carolina Connections Academy
Middle and High School Science Teacher
(Lead Teacher)
"Our program can teach students lessons that they won’t learn in a brick and mortar school, such as self-reliance and responsibility."
Megan teaches Middle School and High School Science with South Carolina Connections Academy (SCCA). Megan has taught with SCCA for one year. Megan says, “Connections Academy is a one-of-a-kind program! The education of our students is really a team effort. We all work well together and support each other, like a family. I feel like I can trust my superiors and firmly believe that they value my opinion.”
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Josh from South Carolina Connections Academy
High School Social Studies Teacher
(Master Teacher)
"Connections Academy provides the environment for teachers to use creativity and autonomy in the classroom."
Josh teaches High School Social Studies with South Carolina Connections Academy (SCCA). Josh has taught with SCCA for one year. He has previous public school experience. Josh says, “It is a school that is well-structured, student-centered, and takes care of its employees. It allows teachers to be just that – teachers. It is honestly the perfect model for what a school should be!”
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Melissa from South Carolina Connections Academy
Middle School Language Arts Teacher
" This new mode of instruction for K-12 education is truly revolutionary, and it’s extremely exciting, both personally and professionally…"
Melissa teaches Middle School Language Arts for South Carolina Connections Academy (SCCA). Melissa has taught with SCCA for one year. She has previous public school experience. Melissa says, “Working as a teacher for Connections Academy is an exciting, fast-paced, and multi-faceted position. We’re on the cutting edge of not only educational technology, but the latest movement in K-12 education.”
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Texas
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Laurie from Texas Connections Academy @ Houston
Physical Education/Health Adjunct Teacher
"My experience as a PE/Health Adjunct teacher has been awesome!"
Laurie teaches Physical Education, Health, and Education Technology for Texas Connections Academy@Houston (TCAH). Laurie has taught with TCAH for one year. She has previous public school experience. Laurie says, “The training and support for the teachers and students that Connections Academy provides is by far the best I have ever experienced, very first class and professional.”
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Linda from Texas Connections Academy @ Houston
Middle School Language Arts Teacher
(Lead Teacher)
"Connections Academy offers a different way of thinking and teaching!"
Linda teaches Middle School Language Arts for Texas Connections Academy@Houston (TCAH). Linda has taught with TCAH for one year. She has previous public school experience. Linda says, “While the curriculum is rigorous, teachers have the ability to customize lessons to accommodate student needs and abilities. It allows for teachers to take a more personal role with students and families.”
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Wyoming
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Mike from Jackson Hole Connections Academy
Middle School and High School Social Studies
"Connections Academy provides a professional working environment with high quality teachers, administrators, and support staff who are all committed to students and education."
Mike teaches Middle School and High School Social Studies for Jackson Hole Connections Academy (JHCA). Mike has taught with JHCA for one year. He has previous public school and virtual school experience. Mike says, “I have found that teaching for Connections Academy provides me with a unique educational medium that allows me to discover each of my students’ learning needs and address those needs accordingly.”
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