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About Missouri Digital Academy (MODA) – A Stride K‑12 Visionary
Empowering Every Learner, Anywhere, Anytime. Missouri Digital Academy (MODA) is a pioneering K‑12 online school that operates under the Stride, Inc. umbrella, a national leader in innovative, student‑focused education. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to provide a personalized, high‑quality learning experience that allows each student to discover their passion, develop artistic expression, and succeed academically while thriving in a flexible, technology‑rich environment. At MODA, we celebrate diversity, champion inclusion, and nurture a culture where educators are respected, supported, and encouraged to innovate.
As a remote‑first institution, MODA offers teachers the freedom to work from their home office, while staying deeply connected to students, families, and a collaborative team of professionals across the country. Whether you are a seasoned classroom veteran or an emerging educator eager to make a difference in the digital age, MODA provides a platform where your talent can shine and your career can grow.
Why Join Our Creative Community?
• Impact‑Driven Teaching: Shape the artistic journeys of K‑12 learners, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and confidence.
• Flexibility & Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a full‑time remote schedule with typical office hours (8 am – 4 pm or 9 am – 5 pm) and the autonomy to design an effective home studio.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing coaching, mentorship, and industry‑leading training through Stride’s Learning & Development ecosystem.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive a market‑aligned salary package, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement savings).
• Community & Collaboration: Connect with a vibrant network of art educators, curriculum specialists, and technology experts dedicated to student success.
Key Responsibilities – Your Daily Canvas
As a Remote K‑12 Art Teacher at MODA, you will design, deliver, and assess a dynamic art curriculum that meets state standards while inspiring imagination. Your core duties include:
• Instructional Design & Delivery: Develop engaging synchronous (live video) and asynchronous (pre‑recorded, interactive) lessons that cover drawing, painting, mixed media, digital art, and art history for students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
• Student‑Centric Coaching: Provide personalized feedback, one‑on‑one virtual conferences, and timely responses to student inquiries, ensuring each learner’s creative growth.
• Assessment & Grading: Maintain an accurate gradebook, evaluate student portfolios, conduct formative and summative assessments, and align grading practices with MODA’s standards and state requirements.
• Family & Learning Coach Collaboration: Communicate regularly with parents and designated learning coaches, sharing progress reports, offering guidance on project materials, and addressing any technical or instructional concerns.
• Curriculum Alignment: Integrate Missouri state art standards and Stride’s data‑driven instructional model, leveraging student performance data to differentiate instruction and personalize learning pathways.
• Technology Integration: Utilize the Stride Learning Management System (LMS), digital whiteboards, video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet), and multimedia platforms to create immersive art experiences.
• Professional Collaboration: Participate in weekly virtual faculty meetings, interdisciplinary planning sessions, and peer‑review workshops to continuously refine instructional practices.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to licensing requirements, student privacy regulations (FERPA), and MODA policies regarding academic integrity and online safety.
• Travel & On‑Site Presence: Attend scheduled in‑person events, such as state testing, professional development workshops, or community exhibitions—typically once per month or up to 25 % of the academic year.
Essential Qualifications – The Foundations of Your Role
To thrive as a Remote Art Teacher with MODA, you must demonstrate the following baseline credentials:
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Certification: Active Missouri teaching license (K‑12 Art endorsement) or eligibility to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe. Candidates residing in ne