Job Description Essential Functions Student Online Class Instruction (40%) Facilitate, conduct, and manage targeted instruction in a virtual classroom. Instruct high school subject area courses using BYU Online High School curriculum according to guidelines established by BYU High School Online Learning Education Services Agency, board policies, and administrative operational procedures. Understand and implement the Utah State and national standards, FERPA, and Utah graduation requirements. Use appropriate instructional and online teaching and learning best practices, strategies, activities, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of all students in an online school environment. Student Support (25%) Ensure student comprehension and understanding of subject area and provide supplemental support and resources as needed. Communicate with students and parents in order to support student success. Provide support and onboarding for new students and parents. Coordinate support to ensure student success by preparing student support materials and tutoring sessions online, including virtual, group and individual tutoring. Refer students to the Student Success Center for peer mentoring and/or tutoring as needed. Consider the needs of and implement support for a variety of student needs. Ensure school approved student accommodations are met to support individual student needs. Student Assessment and Data Development (15%) Monitor and assess student academic progress, grades, performance, and attendance. Pull data and prepare reports to determine recommendations for support to ensure student success in courses, exams, and college entry exams. Implement best practices in assessment proctoring and scoring. Grade assignments and assessments providing rich feedback. Support students to achieve targeted objectives and track and report student data and use this data to support student success. Professional Development and Collaboration (15%) Participate in professional development opportunities. Communicate and collaborate regularly with students, parents, the team of teachers, instructional designers, Student Success Center staff, counselor, academic advisors, and administration to continuously improve student learning and success. Miscellaneous (5%) Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Decisions Made and Referred Made: Student assessment and data analysis. Student academic support. Assignment of student grades. Content for live remote lessons and activities. Classroom management. Referred: Student disciplinary actions. Student academic intervention. Student advising and counseling. School operational decisions. Education/Experience Minimum education/experience required: Must hold a bachelor's degree in education or in a subject they teach, along with teacher education training, a current Utah teaching license, and relevant endorsement(s) (English, Social Studies, Math, or Science) for the subject(s) they teach. As a condition of employment, all teachers must keep their Utah teaching certification current. Preferred: Master’s degree in education or in a subject they teach, along with teacher education training, a current Utah teaching license, and relevant endorsement(s) for the subject(s) they teach. Skills, abilities, knowledge, licenses, certifications: Required: Comprehensive understanding of Utah state and national standards and best practices in instruction and assessment Strong organizational and communication skills Self-starter with an attention to detail and the ability to multi-task with a high level of proficiency Ability to follow through with assignments and meet deadlines Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Good listener and ability to empathize with students and parents from culturally diverse backgrounds Professional demeanor Preferred: Experience developing or facilitating online instruction Strong working knowledge of learning management systems, online learning best practices, and web-based instructional technologies Information/Documentation required at the time of application: Please list the individual contact information for each of your three recommenders on the application. At some point during the selection process, they may be contacted to submit their letters of reference electronically. Attach your updated Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to the application. Equal Opportunity Employer: m/f/Vets/Disability BYU, an equal opportunity employer, requires all faculty and staff to observe the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. BYU Mission Alignment: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members and staff who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. It is anticipated that BYU faculty members and staff will: live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align themselves with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; teach their subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball). (Revision October 2025 – Approved by A Shinkle, J Chamberlin, J Voorhis, T Tanner – sent to A Murdock for WD implementation on 10/22/2025) Posting End Date Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints must hold and be worthy of hold a current temple recommend. Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Brigham Young University recognizes the benefits of attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. We strive to create welcoming workplace that promotes a sense of inclusivity and belonging. Teachers provide instruction, mentorship, and academic support to students who are fully enrolled in BYU Online High School as their accredited high school. Faculty teach in both flexible on-demand courses and semester-based live online classes, including synchronous Zoom instruction, teacher office hours, and ongoing student engagement opportunities. Teachers work closely with students in a comprehensive online school environment that includes counseling services, student activities, AP and concurrent enrollment options, and a strong virtual learning community. Graduates earn an accredited BYU Online High School diploma. Teachers who work at Independent Study support students who are enrolled in their local high school but choose to take a BYU Independent Study course to supplement their education or to gain additional flexibility in earning credits toward graduation. Students may begin a self‑paced course at any time and progress through the material on their own schedule, while receiving support from their teacher through office hours and email. Although BYU Independent Study does not award high school diplomas, we are fully accredited, and the credits students earn can be applied toward graduation at their own high school. Counselors and instructors at CE Events mentor, teach, and inspire youth and adults as they pursue lifelong learning through BYU- sponsored programs. Programs include BYU Education Week, BYU Youth Programs, BYU Expeditions, BYU Test Prep, academic and professional conferences, and more. 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