Online Middle School Homeroom & English Language Arts Teacher (6th Grade)

Middle School Homeroom & English Language Arts Teacher (6th Grade)

Full-Time | Remote (Michigan-Based or Eligible for MI Certification)
Immediate Opening

My Virtual Academy (MVA) is seeking a full-time Middle School Homeroom & English Language Arts Teacher to support our 6th grade students in a fully virtual learning environment. This is a combination role designed for an educator who thrives at the intersection of instruction, relationship-building, and student advocacy.

In this role, you’ll serve as the dedicated homeroom teacher for approximately 35 students while also providing English Language Arts instruction across multiple ELA sections. You’ll play a critical role in supporting both academic progress and the overall middle school experience.

Please note: Due to instructional scheduling requirements, candidates residing in the Pacific Time Zone are not eligible for this role.

Key Responsibilities

English Language Arts Instruction

• Provide ELA instruction for 6th grade students across multiple class sections.


• Maintain full ownership of the English curriculum, including:
  
  
  
  • Lesson planning
  
  
  • Content updates
  
  
  • Grading and feedback
  
  
  
  


• Deliver engaging live instruction and support asynchronous learning using MVA platforms.


• Develop and assign supplemental activities and assessments (including Seesaw when appropriate).


• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet diverse learning needs.


• Maintain accurate documentation and student records within required systems.

Homeroom & Student Support

• Serve as the dedicated homeroom teacher for approximately 35 students.


• Facilitate daily homeroom sessions (approximately 1 hour per day).


• Act as the primary point of contact for students and families.


• Provide consistent family communication, including progress updates and outreach.


• Support student engagement, attendance, organization, and social-emotional needs.


• Collaborate with support teams to remove barriers to student success.


• Maintain thorough documentation related to student support and communication.

Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with:
  
  
  
  • Middle School instructional teams
  
  
  • Student support teams
  
  
  • Special populations and intervention staff
  
  
  
  


• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and required trainings.


• Host and attend Power Hours and Learning Labs as part of instructional and homeroom support.


• Uphold MVA’s commitment to a supportive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.

Time Allocation (Flexible Structure subject to change)

While flexibility is built into the role, the general weekly focus includes:

• ~1 hour/day – Homeroom instruction and student check-ins


• ~3–4 hours/day – English Language Arts instruction


• ~3 hours/day – Family communication, meetings, planning, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certification (standard certification preferred).


• English Language Arts (ELA) endorsement or certification preferred.


• Out-of-state candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain Michigan certification within 3 months of hire.


• Middle school teaching experience preferred.


• Strong virtual instruction and classroom management skills.


• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining strong relationships.


• Comfort using educational technology and learning management systems.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Position Details

• Status: Full-time


• Pay Rate: $22.81/hour (Michigan standard certification)


• Location: Remote


• Start Date: Immediate

Why My Virtual Academy?

At MVA, we believe relationships drive learning. Our educators are not just instructors — they are advocates, connectors, and champions for students navigating virtual education.