How Proximity Empowers Virtual Teaching

Written: December 2024                         Updated: January 2026

Virtual teaching has quickly become a critical solution for school districts navigating teacher shortages, evolving student needs, and increasing expectations for academic results. But effective virtual education takes more than putting a teacher on a screen. It requires the right tools, training, and systems to meaningfully support teachers and students.

At Proximity Learning, we focus on equipping certified teachers with the technology, data, and instructional support they need to deliver high-quality synchronous instruction that drives student performance and improves educational outcomes across K–12 education.

What Is Virtual Teaching?

Virtual teaching is live instruction delivered by teachers through web conferencing technology in a fully online or blended environment. At Proximity Learning, this means students are physically in their classroom as they attend livestreamed classes taught by certified teachers who follow the school’s bell schedule, curriculum, and instructional expectations. An in-person facilitator is present and manages the classroom as students learn from their virtual instructor. Instruction mirrors what students would experience with in-person teachers, while adding flexibility and reach.

How Virtual Learning Works

This model is powered by video conferencing software and a Learning Management System (LMS) that organizes lesson plans, assignments, grades, and feedback in one place. The LMS allows students and teachers to track progress, access instructional materials, and stay aligned throughout the school year. Together, these tools create a holistic learning environment that supports engagement, consistency, and accountability.

For school districts, virtual teaching makes it simple to stream certified teachers in core subjects and special education. This helps address staffing gaps while maintaining instructional quality. For educators, it provides structure, support, and tools that enable them to connect deeply with students and focus on teaching—not troubleshooting.

How Proximity Empowers Virtual Teaching

Proximity Learning empowers teachers by surrounding them with the right tools, data, and instructional systems to succeed in a virtual environment. Our approach blends live instruction with advanced technology to support both teaching and learning.

LinkIt!: Data-Driven Instructional Support

Proximity Learning uses LinkIt! for advanced assessment solutions designed to support curriculum evaluation and student progress. Since its pilot launch, LinkIt! has been used in core subjects such as Algebra, Geometry, English, and U.S. History.

Through pre- and post-assessments, LinkIt! helps capture student data, analyze performance by district standards, and identify learning gaps early. These insights allow Proximity Learning teachers to adjust instruction, deploy intervention support, and drive stronger post-test performance.

Nearpod: Engagement That Drives Learning

Nearpod is an interactive instructional platform that plays a key role in creating a stellar virtual learning experience. Its interactive features help teachers transform live instruction into engaging lessons that support small group learning.

With tools like polls, quizzes, collaborative activities, and interactive slides, Nearpod helps students stay engaged in class. It also includes built-in accessibility features and content designed for diverse learners, helping create inclusive, engaging experiences that support participation, understanding, and deeper learning. Teachers receive timely instructional feedback, allowing them to address misconceptions immediately and drive student performance through active participation.

Using LinkIt! and Nearpod Together for Success

Together, LinkIt! and Nearpod form a powerful instructional ecosystem. LinkIt! provides the analysis tools, data analytics, and assessment data teachers need to understand where students are academically. Nearpod turns those insights into action through interactive, targeted lessons.

This cross-collaboration allows teachers to analyze progress, tailor instruction, and create learning experiences that nurture student progress throughout the year. The result is a more responsive, data-informed approach to learning programs that benefits students and educators alike.

How to Monitor Progress for Learning Success

Monitoring progress is essential to improving outcomes in virtual classrooms. In classrooms, where teachers rely on both live interaction and digital tools, consistent progress monitoring helps educators understand what’s working, where students need support, and how instruction should evolve over time.

When done well, monitoring progress allows teachers to respond early, adjust quickly, and keep students moving forward with confidence. Here's how they can do it:

• Use regular pre- and post-assessments to understand where students are starting and how much they are growing
• Review assessment data frequently to identify learning gaps before they impact long-term performance
• Track student performance by standard, not just by overall grade, to pinpoint specific areas for support
• Adjust lesson plans and pacing based on insights from student data
• Use formative checks during live instruction to confirm understanding and address misconceptions immediately
• Monitor trends across classes and grade levels to support instructional consistency
• Collaborate with district leaders and support teams to align interventions with student needs

Empowering Teachers and Improving Outcomes, the Proximity Learning Way

Virtual teaching works best when teachers are fully supported. Proximity Learning empowers educators with the tools, training, and data they need to deliver high-quality live instruction that supports students academically and socially.

As an experienced provider in K–12 education, Proximity Learning partners with school districts nationwide to support hundreds of classrooms and strengthen instructional outcomes. By combining certified teachers, advanced technology, and data-driven insight, we help districts turn virtual instruction into tangible results.

Ready to empower your teachers and strengthen student outcomes? Learn how Proximity Learning can support your district with proven teaching solutions.