What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Teacher Pool (ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Science) 25-26 SY position at Liberation Academy?
Position Overview
As a teacher at Liberation Academy, you will have the opportunity to create an impact in the lives of students that will last a lifetime. Teaching is difficult work, but it is among the most rewarding jobs. We pride ourselves on providing a culturally rich curriculum that is equally as rigorous. Being a part of this team means that you will find creative ways to empower students to think critically and creatively. Job duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Curriculum Development and Instruction
Required Qualifications
Compensation and Benefits
Liberation Academy Offers a Competitive Compensation And Benefits Package
Statement of Non-Discriminatory Practices
Liberation Academy is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Liberation Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
As a teacher at Liberation Academy, you will have the opportunity to create an impact in the lives of students that will last a lifetime. Teaching is difficult work, but it is among the most rewarding jobs. We pride ourselves on providing a culturally rich curriculum that is equally as rigorous. Being a part of this team means that you will find creative ways to empower students to think critically and creatively. Job duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Curriculum Development and Instruction
- Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum
- Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments
- Use data to inform instructional decisions
- Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
- Differentiate instruction to ensure that all students are progressing
- In conjunction with Exceptional Education Teachers, work to ensure that all IEPs and student needs are met both within and outside of the classroom
- Embody and maintain school's values, policies, and culture
- Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, staff, and community members
- Establish and maintain strong communication with all families and share progress
- Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and more
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
- Have fun and spread joy!
- Pursue challenging professional goals each year
- Give and receive positive and constructive feedback with your colleagues
- Participate in school-wide and individual professional development
- Be prepared to do whatever it takes for all students to learn and grow
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- A passion for being a part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
- Pass Criminal Background Check
- Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
- 2 years of teaching experience
- Demonstrated ability to raise achievement
- Experience working in underserved/low-income communities
Compensation and Benefits
Liberation Academy Offers a Competitive Compensation And Benefits Package
Statement of Non-Discriminatory Practices
Liberation Academy is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Liberation Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
