English Teacher

Rite of Passage; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Career growth opportunities

Paid summers

Job summary

Rite of Passage is seeking an English Teacher for Southwest Leadership Academy in Phoenix, AZ. You will deliver standards-aligned instruction to high school students in a supportive, growth‑oriented setting.

We require a valid state teaching credential (English/Math/Science or SPED), more than three years of classroom experience with at‑risk youth, and a collaborative, student‑centered approach. This is a 10-month contract with opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid state teaching credential for English, Math, Science or Special Education.
• Experience working with at‑risk youth is required.
• Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching.
• Ability to pass background clearance, drug screen, physical and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction adhering to the Positive Operational Culture model.
• Collaborate with staff to implement a consistent curriculum across classes.
• Use varied instructional strategies to reach diverse learners.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain professional communication with site staff and families.

Skills

Classroom management

At-risk youth experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Technology in education

Education

State teaching credential (English/Math/Science or Special Ed)

Job description

Description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a English Teacher at Southwest Leadership Academy in Phoenix, Arizona

Southwest Leadership Academy is a school students can call “home”: a school where a rigorous, relevant curriculum and a relational instruction approach are essential to high academic achievement. Students will experience success, complete their high school studies and launch into the 21st century world of higher education and employment.

Paid Summers!
2026-2027 10-month contract
Pay: Salary Position
Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Company-Paid Life Insurance within 90 days
• 401(k) with up to a 6% company match after one year
• Paid Time Off that begins accruing immediately
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

What you will do:
The Teacher is a member of the Education Department. Primarily responsible for implementing and adhering to the principles of Positive Operational Culture and providing instructional services to students. Works collaboratively with staff in a supportive fashion emphasizing a positive attitude toward students, staff and program. Teachers report to the Vice Principals and/or Principal

To be considered you should:

Possesses a current and valid State teaching credential in English, Math, Science and/or Special Education.

Have related experience working with at-risk youth

Have three or more years of successful classroom teaching

Possess a knowledge of:

Instructional strategies and how they can be employed to deliver curriculum and assess student learning.

Various methodologies and research related to learning and working with at-risk, high school aged youth.

Effective classroom management techniques and behavioral management styles that result in understanding of how to manage and teach to various learning styles.

Effective communication techniques that enable positive and productive collaboration with site staff.

Technology and how it can be used as an educational tool.

Have the ability to:

Establish a teaching rapport with students which results in student achievement in all program areas.

Diagnose, prescribe and evaluate student progress on an ongoing basis.

Collaborate with staff to deliver a consistent curriculum and implement a team approach to working with students.

Confront inappropriate behavior appropriately and take the necessary action as outlined in the program procedures.

Accept additional tasks as assigned including flexible work schedule and extracurricular assignments.

Be able to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, physical and TB test.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As an English Teacher, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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