Dyslexia-Informed Middle School Science Teacher

Louisiana Key Academy; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Key Academy, a Baton Rouge charter school for dyslexic students, seeks a motivated middle school science teacher to train in project-based and evidence-based practices for teaching dyslexic children.

The role emphasizes creative, hands-on instruction, ongoing professional development, and collaborative planning to tailor lessons for diverse learners in a dyslexia-focused environment in Baton Rouge.

Qualifications

• Creative teaching and hands-on learning through projects and demonstrations.
• Fostering growth mindset for student potential and academic growth.
• Pursuing rigorous professional training to understand dyslexia and its impact on learning.
• Willingness to think outside traditional instructional methods and be flexible.
• Open to receiving and applying instructional feedback.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to engage in highly collaborative lesson planning and teaching.
• Demonstrated student-centered teaching philosophy.

Skills

Creative teaching

Hands-on learning

Demonstrations

Critical thinking

Growth mindset

Professional development

Flexible instruction

Feedback receptiveness

Classroom management

Collaborative planning

Student-centered teaching

Job description

Louisiana Key Academy, a Baton Rouge charter school for dyslexic students, seeks a motivated middle school science teacher to train in project-based and evidence-based practices for teaching dyslexic children.

The role emphasizes creative, hands-on instruction, ongoing professional development, and collaborative planning to tailor lessons for diverse learners in a dyslexia-focused environment in Baton Rouge.