Elementary/Middle School Teacher (SY 2024-2025)

Background of the Organization

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education they deserve.

Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work.

We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS.

Responsibilities and Duties

Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students

Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students

Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students 4. Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor

Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior

Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to the students

Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific content knowledge, the physical limitations of the space provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives

Assess student learning, through observations, authentic performance, and more formal methods, in an ongoing manner, providing frequent student feedback, information to parents, and written progress reports

Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify the learning strengths and needs of every student, on a regular basis, for the purpose of intervention and / or acceleration toward academic and leadership standards

See the assistance of Student Support Services, S3, as needed

Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school for all students

Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations

Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct

Develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior

Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner

Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms

Provide time in the evening, by phone, for questions and concerns that students and / or parents may have regarding education-related issues that could not be handled during the school day

Plan and supervise a purposeful assignment for teacher aide(s), teaching fellow(s), and co-teachers(s), while coaching and supporting their professional growth

Maintain and improve professional competence

Participate in all professional development opportunities

Actively participate in team meetings and serve on staff committees

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members

Participate in community outreach opportunities

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Desired and Required Experience

Bachelor's degree required

Mississippi teaching certification required for level and / or subject area of assignment, if applicable

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Experience working with under-resourced communities, families, and / or students

Demonstrated success in building relationships and trust with leaders, teachers, parents, and community

Experience in managing and influencing teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes

Proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district

Desired Characteristics

Unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep's mission, students, families, and community is non-negotiable

The belief that all students can learn at a high level, regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status

Ability to multi-task and work in an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment

Team player : demonstrates maturity, growth mindset, strong work ethic, follow through, and flexibility

Ability to take constructive feedback and quickly incorporate feedback

Innovative, creative, organized, and willing to take risks

Compensation

Teachers may qualify for a performance bonus of up to $5000

Medical and dental insurance packages available

Option to contribute to retirement plans

Ambition Preparatory Charter School offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience. Ambition Preparatory Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

Disclaimer : This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job.

This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Ambition Prep reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.

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