1st Grade Teacher - Data-Driven & Inspiring

Jumoke Academy; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Jumoke Academy in Hartford, CT seeks a certified 1st Grade Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The candidate will drive instruction using data, build strong relationships with students and families, and maintain high expectations in a standards-aligned environment.

The ideal applicant holds CT State Certification, a bachelor’s or master’s degree, and at least three years of teaching experience with intermediate elementary or middle school students. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Qualifications

• CT State Certification required.
• An accredited bachelor's or master's degree.
• At least three years of teaching experience at intermediate elementary and middle school level.

Responsibilities

• Ten-month work year with standard teacher schedule and participation in PD, open houses, parent conferences, and staff meetings as needed.
• Deliver instruction with emphasis on data-informed planning and high expectations for student achievement.

Skills

Data-driven instruction

Student engagement

Building relationships

Curriculum fidelity

Assessment best practices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Jumoke Academy in Hartford, CT seeks a certified 1st Grade Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The candidate will drive instruction using data, build strong relationships with students and families, and maintain high expectations in a standards-aligned environment.

The ideal applicant holds CT State Certification, a bachelor’s or master’s degree, and at least three years of teaching experience with intermediate elementary or middle school students. This is a full-time position with benefits.