2nd Grade Teacher

Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock - AR; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team-teaching environment

Professional development coaching

Job summary

Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock - AR is seeking a dedicated 2nd-grade teacher to join our dynamic team. The role focuses on explicit instruction across Tier 1–3 in a data-driven, research-based design to improve student outcomes. As part of a collaborative, team-teaching environment, you will engage families, use frequent assessments, and contribute to school-wide initiatives that support our mission and student growth.

The starting date is immediate. Salary is $50,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 1–3 years of classroom teaching experience.
• Teaching certification is preferred, not required.
• Arkansas licensure is preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction for the assigned 2nd grade throughout the school year.
• Collaborate with parents through discussions and planning to support student learning and growth.
• Engage in school initiatives aimed at continuous improvement and the advancement of the school’s mission.
• Attend all mandated orientations, training sessions, and professional development programs.

Skills

Classroom management

High expectations

Innovative teaching

Data-driven decisions

Family communication

Time management

Self‑reflection

Collaboration

Coaching openness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Teaching certification

Arkansas licensure (preferred)

1-3 years classroom teaching

Job description

Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock - AR Exalt Academy Elementary - Little Rock, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

2nd Grade Teacher

Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock - AR Exalt Academy Elementary - Little Rock, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5881346
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description Summary:

Exalt Academy is seeking a dedicated, experienced 2nd‑grade teacher to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have proven classroom expertise, a deep understanding of content instruction, and a collaborative mindset to support our innovative academic model. As part of a team, the 2nd‑grade Teacher will implement our research‑based educational design, delivering instruction with explicit instruction across multiple formats, including Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 levels of learning.

Why Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock?

• We seek to provide competitive pay, satisfying work conditions, and upward mobility to our staff.
• We have the opportunity to change our students' life trajectories.
• We make a difference serving a high-poverty, high-English Language Learner population.
• We are in the top 10 percent of the state for student academic growth, recognized and awarded for outstanding achievement.
• We have a team‑teaching environment where teachers and coaches work closely together to plan and deliver instruction.
• Our teachers are trained and developed by some of the most prominent, talented coaches in the nation within their respective areas of expertise.
• We are implementing a research-based, data‑driven, best‑practices academic design.
• We believe in the continuous learning and improvement of all members of our team.

Qualified candidates must possess the following attributes:

• Successfully manage classrooms with high student engagement and achievement using positive behavior management and restorative practices.
• Hold high expectations for all students, meeting them where they are to help them reach their full potential.
• Embrace innovative teaching, homogenous groupings, creative lesson planning, and professional growth in a collaborative environment.
• A strong focus on data‑driven decision‑making, with comfort using frequent assessments to measure student learning.
• Encourage students to take ownership of their learning by fostering curiosity, motivation, and self‑discipline.
• Build strong relationships with families through parental involvement, and open communication.
• Effectively manage time and workload.
• Reflect on performance, share strengths and areas for growth, and continuously improve.
• Collaborate with diverse teams, valuing different perspectives and working closely together.
• Take responsibility for student learning and achievement.
• Believe all students can learn regardless of their current performance level.
• Be open to frequent coaching, observation, and instructional modeling

Duties:

• Be well prepared to deliver high‑quality, engaging instruction with urgency.
• Attend all mandated orientations, training sessions, and professional development programs.
• Provide high‑quality instruction for the assigned grade level throughout the school year.
• Collaborate with parents through discussions and planning to support student learning and growth.
• Engage in school initiatives aimed at continuous improvement and the advancement of the school’s mission.
• Carry out assigned teaching and/or managerial responsibilities.

Education Requirements:

• Appropriate Arkansas licensure is preferred, not required.
• 1-3 Years Classroom Teaching Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Teaching certification is preferred, not required

Technical Skills:

• Adequate in using technology in education.
• Skilled in analyzing student data to enhance instruction and improve programs.
• Some familiarity with instructional technology equipment, software, hardware, and networked systems is preferable.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a classroom or instructional setting for extended periods and regularly move throughout the classroom, school building, and campus.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move classroom materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and school leaders and respond appropriately to student and school needs.
• Ability to supervise students during classroom instruction, transitions, arrival, dismissal, and other assigned activities.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $50,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• William Thomas
• 6111 West 83rd Street
• Little Rock, Arkansas 72209
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]