Stride, Inc. is the parent company of K12, a leader in online learning for more than 25 years. Together, we support teachers and schools in delivering personalized education to millions of K–12 students nationwide. When you join K12, you’re backed by Stride’s scale, expertise, and mission—so you can focus on inspired teaching and student success.
A: Teachers lead live online Class Connect sessions, which are integral to the online school program. You’ll lead classes and connect with students through K12’s Online Learning System (OLS), where students enjoy a world-class curriculum and consistent academic guidance to support their unique learning needs. Teachers may also offer additional ways to communicate, like phone calls, email, and office hours.
A: All K12 positions are fully remote, meaning you can work from home or wherever you have an internet connection, though teachers’ location requirements may vary by school or state. K12 provides employees with the technology they need to get online and communicate with their students and Learning Coaches, as well as their colleagues and administrators.
A: Understanding the student support structure is key to your success as a teacher. Students at K12-powered schools follow a structured online learning schedule similar to a traditional school day. They log in regularly, complete lessons and assignments, and attend your live Class Connect sessions.
Each student also has a Learning Coach (typically a parent or guardian) who supports their daily learning. Learning Coaches help provide oversight and assistance where needed, including helping students stay on track. As a teacher, you’ll partner closely with families, using email, phone calls, and office hours to support student achievement.
A: When you join a K12-powered school, you’ll teach using a curriculum developed by a team of experienced educators and instructional designers. Built on more than 25 years of research in online learning, our curriculum gives you a strong instructional foundation while allowing you to focus on guiding each learner towards success.
A: Teachers at K12-powered schools receive specialized training in virtual instruction, along with ongoing professional development throughout their careers. Whether you’re transitioning from a traditional classroom or already have online teaching experience, you’ll be supported with resources, tools, and best practices designed for virtual learning.
Crystal is a high school teacher at a K12-powered school in Texas. She teaches forensic science for K12 Career and College Prep and sponsors the school’s SkillsUSA club. In this series of videos, you can hear her teaching story and why she chose K12.
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Teaching takes heart, skill, and a passion for sharing knowledge. At K12, we’re committed to supporting educators with benefits and resources that respect the realities of the virtual classroom. Benefits vary by role, location, and eligibility.
We prioritize your well-being so you can focus on what matters most: your students.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to offer peace of mind throughout the school year and beyond.
Teaching is demanding work. We structure schedules and time off to help you rest, reset, and return ready to teach.
Our professional development and community benefits help you develop as an educator and give back in ways that are important to you.
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