2027-28 English Teacher

IOTA Community Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IOTA Community Schools seeks founding English teachers to shape a joyful and rigorous middle school experience in Little Rock for the 2027–28 school year.

You will build strong family and community relationships from day one and craft engaging curricula aligned with IOTA’s mission and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must have an Arkansas Teacher’s license for Middle School Education 4-8 or English 7-12.
• Belief in the IOTA mission.
• Ability to meet deadlines related to lesson plan submission, grades, and other requirements.
• Humility, sense of humor, and rock-solid commitment to IOTA’s mission and the communities we serve.
• The ability and willingness to construct hands‑on education materials to be utilized in the teaching of identified curriculum skills and concepts.
• This employer strives for a balanced, productive workforce, which is diverse in terms of age, gender, and cultural identity.
• Please note that we are unable to sponsor H1 VISA applicants.
• Position is expected to be 195 days, plus a benefits package.
• NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range (starting at $50,000 for fully licensed teachers) will be determined based on experience and salary placement guidelines. FLSA: EXEMPT.

Responsibilities

• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.
• The approximate school day runs from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30-4:30 p.m.
• Instruct students in assigned content area with standards-based instruction.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to align curricula and follow state/school guidelines.
• Set clear short- and long-term instructional goals.
• Develop weekly and long-range lesson plans with standards and assessments.
• Use data to evaluate pupil progress and share reports with parents.
• Provide accommodations and modifications for growth and success.
• Lead and participate in student activities and parent/community engagement.

Skills

Team collaboration

Deadline driven

Humility

Hands-on materials

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Arkansas teaching license (Middle School 4-8 or English 7-12)

Job description

Job Description

Company Description IOTA Community Schools is a growing network of high-performing public charter schools currently serving grades 6-12 in Memphis, Tennessee, with a track record of transforming “fresh start” and “zoned-enrollment” turnaround schools into thriving learning communities. In the 2027-28 school year, we are bringing our mission to Little Rock, Arkansas, launching with kindergarten and 6th grade as the first step toward a full K-8 school.

At IOTA, we believe every child, regardless of background, zip code, or life circumstance, possesses limitless potential. We are looking for teachers who believe that too, and who want to be part of proving it every day.

Job Description

We are seeking passionate, mission-driven English Teachers to join our founding Arkansas team for the 2027–28 school year. As a founding teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a joyful and rigorous middle school experience for our scholars and building long-term family and community relationships from day one. Starting our journey in Arkansas for the 2027-28 school year, we believe that every student, whatever their circumstances, holds the innate potential to achieve their goals and succeed in college, leadership, and life.

Our staff is committed to continuing their own learning and refining their practice to stay current in the field ensuring a quality education for all. This is more than a teaching job, it’s an opportunity to help craft a school culture, innovate within a supportive team, and impact generations of students in Little Rock.

Job Details

Job ID: 5984509

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Responsibilities

• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required. The approximate school day for staff runs from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30-4:30 p.m.
• Effectively instruct students in assigned content area(s) as prescribed by IOTA's academic content standards through direct instruction, demonstrating, and using audio-visual aids and other materials to supplement presentations with the overall goal of engaging student learning.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team and within content areas planning and aligning curricula to ensure that instruction follows curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school.
• Set clear short-term and long-term goals to drive instruction.
• Develop and submit weekly and long range lesson plans containing standards, objectives, essential questions, assessments and lesson plans; assign lessons and review homework.
• Consistently use data to evaluate pupil progress, record results, and issue meaningful reports to inform parents of progress.
• Create and implement student intervention plans when necessary for students.
• Maintain the school's student management policies and procedures (i.e. attendance records, dress code, etc.) and report to the school administrators when necessary.
• Maintain effective supervision and discipline in the classroom.
• Work with other teachers and administrators to address and resolve student needs.
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students.
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Lead and participate in student activities such as: sponsoring student activities or student organizations, coaching a sports team, working with parents and the community as part of a committee or group, provide morning or after school supervision, and chaperoning student activities.
• Abide by all state and federal mandates in reporting sexual or physical abuse and neglect.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Must have an Arkansas Teacher’s license for Middle School Education 4-8 or English 7-12

Belief in the IOTA mission

Ability to meet deadlines related to lesson plan submission, grades, and other requirements

Humility, sense of humor, and rock-solid commitment to IOTA’s mission and the communities we serve

The ability and willingness to construct hands‑on education materials to be utilized in the teaching of identified curriculum skills and concepts.

Additional Information: This employer strives for a balanced, productive workforce, which is diverse in terms of age, gender, and cultural identity. We do not base hiring or promotional decisions on factors other than performance and professional growth potential. Please note that we are unable to sponsor H1 VISA applicants. Position is expected to be 195 days, plus a benefits package. NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range (starting at $50,000 for fully licensed teachers) will be determined based on experience and salary placement guidelines. FLSA: EXEMPT.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required