From the Philippines to New Jersey: Finding Talented Special Education Teachers Worldwide
If there’s one thing Katryn Joy Eli believes in, it’s that distance does not limit impact. Hailing all the way from Manila, Philippines, Ms. Eli virtually teaches Special Education students in New Jersey through Proximity Learning. Proximity’s live virtual teaching model connects certified teachers from around the world to students in need of a high-quality […]
Hiring a Virtual Teaching Service: What Superintendents Need to Know Before Partnering
Across the country, superintendents are reevaluating how to fill persistent teacher vacancies while maintaining consistent, high-quality instruction. Hiring a virtual teaching service has become one of the most strategic ways to ensure instruction continues without disruption, especially when qualified teachers are difficult to find locally. The decision to partner with a virtual teaching provider isn’t […]
Why Asynchronous Instruction Is Not the Solution
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States, we had no choice but to adapt. The entirety of our lifestyles was forced to go online, including education. What had been a majorly face-to-face matter for K-12 students suddenly went virtual. Virtual learning quickly became a popular option among schools and continues to be so today, […]
Engaging Students in Online Language Learning: Synchronous Instruction That Works
Keeping students engaged is one of the greatest challenges and opportunities in today’s classrooms. When it comes to engaging students in online language learning, success depends on more than lesson plans or software. It’s about creating an online learning environment where students connect with their teacher, each other, and the target language in meaningful, human […]
Keeping Connections in the Classroom
If there were one word to describe every person at Proximity Learning, it would be mission-driven. Every task or duty is performed with the pure intention of connecting students with the expert teachers they deserve. We know that a quality education makes all the difference in a student’s life, which is why we’re actively working […]
Certified Virtual Language Teachers: Ensuring Student Success in World Language Classes
World language programs are at a crossroads: demand for certified virtual language teachers is rising while many districts face persistent vacancies. Families want consistent, interactive instruction instead of pre-recorded video lectures, and administrators need models that protect rigor, accountability, and equity. Live, synchronous online courses meet that bar and restore the human connection that drives […]
A Look Into Virtual Teaching: Identifying Learning Gaps & Measuring Student Progress
Any teacher can tell you that no two students are the same. They are 100% right. Each student is unique in their learning capabilities and styles, and this is something educators should always be ready to adapt to. Despite great advancements in educational technology, one thing will always remain: learning gaps. Students learn at different […]
Best Practices for K-12 Virtual Instruction: A District Leader’s Guide to Livestreamed Teaching
Every school district wants to deliver great instruction. But as virtual learning becomes more widespread, figuring out what that looks like in practice can be challenging. With classrooms evolving beyond four walls, district leaders are searching for best practices for K-12 virtual instruction that keep learning consistent, interactive, and human. The goal isn’t to replace […]
For Educators, By Educators Highlight: Pamela Gatlin
For Pamela Gatlin, Director of Client Success at Proximity Learning, everything comes back to teaching. “I’m not only a former classroom teacher,” she said. “I’m a former Proximity Learning teacher, too. That experience gives me a perspective that shapes how I lead and how my team supports our partners.” Pam taught Math for 8 […]
Live Virtual Tutoring Effectiveness: Research-Backed Results for Student Support
Educators across the country are rethinking how to help students catch up and move ahead – and research is showing what works. The effectiveness of live virtual tutoring has become a key focus for districts seeking proven strategies to improve outcomes, especially as schools continue to recover from years of disruption and widening educational gaps. […]
