Biology teacher Jobs in Columbia, MO

Position Details

• Reporting Manager: Principal
• Status: Salary, Exempt
• Type: Regular, Full-Time (12 Months)
• Program: Missouri Virtual Schools

Overview
Stellar Virtual seeks a passionate and certified Elementary Teacher to join our team. This remote position will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective instruction to students in grades K-5 through our virtual learning platform. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of elementary education best practices, excellent communication and technology skills, and a passion for creating a positive and interactive online learning environment. Responsibilities include curriculum implementation, assessment, individualized support, and collaboration to ensure student success.

Essential Duties

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with Missouri state regulations and best practices.
• Conduct virtual IEP meetings and collaborate effectively with parents, students (as appropriate), general education teachers, related service providers, and administrators.
• Ensure IEP goals and objectives are measurable, relevant, and aligned with the student's needs and the curriculum.
• Adapt and modify curriculum and instructional materials to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities in the virtual setting.
• Provide direct and indirect specialized instruction to students with disabilities in individual and small group virtual settings.
• Utilize a variety of online teaching methodologies, assistive technologies, and accommodations to support student learning and engagement.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to provide effective co-teaching strategies and ensure accessibility of the general education curriculum.
• Implement the Stellar Virtual elementary curriculum effectively and adapt instruction to meet individual student needs.
• Develop and administer age-appropriate formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning and inform instruction.
• Analyze student data to identify learning strengths and areas for growth, and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with curriculum specialists and other teachers to enhance the elementary curriculum and resources.
• Support on-site testing events periodically throughout the year (required).
• Participate in virtual professional development and collaborate with colleagues on online teaching best practices.
• Work collaboratively with student support services (e.g., counselors, special education) to address student needs.
• Attend virtual staff meetings and contribute to the overall success of Stellar Virtual.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Minimum of two (2) years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level.
• Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) in a professional or academic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas via written channels (Email, Google Chat, and Document Comments) with high clarity and low ambiguity.
• Access to a private, secure, high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds.
• Demonstrated experience in utilizing online learning platforms and elementary educational technology tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual environment.
• Passion for working with young learners and fostering their academic and social-emotional development.
• Residency in the state of Missouri is required.

Success Profile

• Instructional Effectiveness: Delivers engaging, standards-aligned instruction and uses multiple strategies to support diverse K–5 learners in a virtual environment.
• Data-Informed Instruction: Uses student assessment data to adjust instruction, identify learning gaps, and support continuous academic growth.
• Collaboration & Instructional Adaptability: Works effectively with colleagues and support staff, adapting instruction and co-teaching strategies to meet individual student needs.

Education & Certification Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
• A valid Missouri teaching license with an endorsement in Elementary Education (K-6) or equivalent.

Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only)

• Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
• Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option.
• 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment
• Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25)
• 11 Company-paid Holidays

Employment "At-Will" Statement: For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.