Founding Social Studies Teacher – 195‑Day Year (Arkansas)

IOTA Community Schools; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

IOTA Community Schools is launching in Little Rock, Arkansas, bringing a mission-driven middle school to families. We seek Social Studies teachers to join our founding team for the 2027–28 year, helping shape a joyful, rigorous learning community from day one.

Qualified candidates hold an Arkansas teaching license for Middle School Education 4-8 or Social Studies 7-12 and demonstrate commitment to collaboration, professional growth, and student success in a diverse urban setting.

Qualifications

• Arkansas teaching license required for Middle School Education 4-8 or Social Studies 7-12.
• Ability to meet deadlines related to lesson planning, grading, and reporting.
• Humility, sense of humor, and strong commitment to the mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging social studies instruction aligned to standards.
• Plan weekly and long-range lessons with objectives and assessments.
• Use data to monitor pupil progress and communicate with families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and deliver interdisciplinary learning.
• Support student growth through accommodations and interventions.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and community activities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Arkansas teaching license 4-8 or 7-12 Social Studies

Job description

IOTA Community Schools is launching in Little Rock, Arkansas, bringing a mission-driven middle school to families. We seek Social Studies teachers to join our founding team for the 2027–28 year, helping shape a joyful, rigorous learning community from day one.

Qualified candidates hold an Arkansas teaching license for Middle School Education 4-8 or Social Studies 7-12 and demonstrate commitment to collaboration, professional growth, and student success in a diverse urban setting.