How a Virtual Science Teacher Brings Earth to the Screen
Every year, technology produces sustainable innovations that improve the well-being of our planet. Thanks to technology, services such as Proximity Learning were created to connect students with the expert education they deserve through an inherently sustainable practice. Without commuting, paper loss, or energy consumption, virtual learning plays a small but crucial role in helping keep […]
The Importance of Classic Literature In K-12 Classrooms
The basic building blocks of our lives have always revolved around reading, writing, and understanding one another. When we think back to when we first developed these skills, we tend to revisit elementary school. Memories of storytimes on a colorful carpet, the Scholastic Book Fair, and Accelerated Reader quizzes may appear, but the reality is […]
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 […]
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 […]
How Virtual Learning Strengthens Classrooms Amid Shortages
From Burnout to Balance: Tiffany Walden’s Journey The national teacher shortage is no longer an abstract statistic. It’s a daily reality in schools across the country, leaving administrators scrambling to fill classrooms and forcing teachers to shoulder impossible workloads. For many, the stress has become unsustainable. Tiffany Walden knows this all too well. A seasoned […]
Inside Nancy DeBellis’s Life as a Virtual Teacher at Proximity Learning
What’s it like to teach virtually at an in-person school? Meet Nancy DeBellis, a seasoned math teacher who found her groove in the virtual classroom. “I didn’t plan to teach online long-term,” she says, “but once I saw the difference I could make—even through a screen—I knew I was right where I belonged.” When COVID-19 […]
The Lasting Impact of Global Educators
Meet three educators who are making a global impact in our virtual classrooms. There are great teachers all around the world, and at Proximity Learning, we’re lucky to work with some of the best virtual certified teachers in the industry. Some of our teachers even have the unique experience of living abroad and sharing their […]
Proximity Learning’s Dorvera Owens and Recognizing Black History Month
Written: February 2024 Updated: March 2026 When we think about Black History Month (BHM), it’s easy to focus on the calendar. But stories, like the Dorvera Owens Personal Story on BHM, remind us that this recognition is deeply personal, generational, and ongoing. What began as Negro History Week 100 years ago grew into a national commitment […]
Passionate Teachers Impact Students
Proximity Learning’s certified teachers are passionate about their work. They all interact with their students in meaningful ways to build relationships, strengthen communication, and enhance social emotional learning while meeting academic milestones. Read on to learn more about our expert teachers. Stephanie Winfrey Virtual teacher Stephanie Winfrey is her students’ biggest cheerleader – both in […]
Synchronous Online Learning: A Game Changer in K-12 Education
In the past three years, the landscape of K-12 education has undergone a significant transformation. The rise of synchronous online learning platforms has been a pivotal part of this change. Proximity Learning continues to be at the forefront of these developments, leading the field in how this revolutionary instructional delivery has increased equity and accessibility […]
