Founding English Teacher - Middle School, Little Rock

BLUFF CITY HIGH SCHOOL

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

IOTA Community Schools is seeking mission-driven English teachers to join our founding Arkansas team for the 2027–28 school year. As a founding teacher, you will shape a joyful and rigorous middle school experience and build strong family and community relationships from day one.

Starting our Arkansas journey with kindergarten and 6th grade, we aim to expand to a full K–8. A bachelor’s degree and Arkansas teaching license are required; position is 195 days, plus benefits, with a starting salary

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
Arkansas teaching license for Middle School Education 4-8 or English 7-12 required.
Belief in the IOTA mission and commitment to student success.
Ability to meet deadlines related to lesson plans, grades, and other requirements.

Responsibilities

Instruct students in English in accordance with IOTA’s content standards.
Lead and participate in student activities and sponsor student organizations.
Develop and submit weekly and long-range lesson plans with standards and assessments.
Use data to evaluate pupil progress and report results to parents.
Maintain effective classroom management and discipline in line with school policies.
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to align curricula and address student needs.