Fifth-Grade ELA Teacher: Culturally Responsive Educator

Milwaukee Academy of Science; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Milwaukee Academy of Science in downtown Milwaukee seeks a Teacher to plan and deliver rigorous, culturally responsive instruction to K4-12 students, monitor progress, and collaborate with staff and families.

The position reports to the Building Principal; 198 days for first-year teachers, 195 days for returning teachers. A Wisconsin Teaching Certification is required; the role emphasizes differentiation and ongoing assessment to support student growth.

Qualifications

• Culturally responsive instructional strategies implemented across grade levels.
• Use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress.

Responsibilities

• Understand the educational philosophy of the school.
• Plan and deliver curriculum using culturally responsive instructional strategies.
• Differentiate instruction.
• Use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
• Communicate student progress with students, families, district staff members, and building administration.
• Collaboratively plan with families, building/district staff, and administration for student improvement.
• Be aware of and/or participate on School teams for curriculum development, data analysis, staff development planning, selection of materials, and other committees.
• Plan for professional growth through staff development, coursework, and/or other opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and other administrators

Skills

Culturally responsive instruction

Differentiated instruction

Formative assessment

Summative assessment

Education

Wisconsin Teaching Certification

Job description

The Milwaukee Academy of Science in downtown Milwaukee seeks a Teacher to plan and deliver rigorous, culturally responsive instruction to K4-12 students, monitor progress, and collaborate with staff and families.

The position reports to the Building Principal; 198 days for first-year teachers, 195 days for returning teachers. A Wisconsin Teaching Certification is required; the role emphasizes differentiation and ongoing assessment to support student growth.