Elementary Teacher

Great Hearts Online; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K matching

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an Archway Teacher to join our onsite elementary program. As a Homeroom Teacher you will create a welcoming classroom, deliver the Great Hearts curriculum, and foster a love of learning while collaborating with an assistant teacher.

A Bachelor's degree is required for lead teaching; certification is not required for general education. You will comply with background checks and participate in ongoing professional development within a

Qualifications

• Lead teaching requires a Bachelor's degree.
• Certification not required for general education.
• All majors welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming classroom environment and guide students toward learning.
• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials.
• Communicate with families, conduct conferences as needed, and participate in school events.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum delivery

Family communication

Collaborative teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## Elementary TeacherApply: Onsite: Lake Charles, LA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-892**Position Title:** Archway Teacher **Department:** Instructional **Location:** Great Hearts Lake Charles (1500 Country Club Rd)**Reports To:** Headmaster We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally. **Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:** * Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost* Matching 401K program* Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities **Duties and Responsibilities:** * As a Homeroom Teacher you provide a welcoming and nurturing classroom that guides students to build a deep sense of wonder and a love of learning.* Curricular elements include Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, as well as rich content in History, Science, and Literature.* As a Homeroom Teacher you enjoy the support of an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher in your classroom.* Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.* Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.* Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.* Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.* Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching. **Required/Preferred Education:** * Bachelor's (or higher) degree is required for a lead teaching role* Certification is not required for general education* All majors are welcome to apply! **Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.****Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.****This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.****Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**