High School Teacher - All Content Areas

Young World Physical Education; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,117 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Baton Rouge is seeking a dedicated High School Teacher for all content areas. This full-time position emphasizes empowering at-risk students and driving educational achievement through innovative teaching methods. Responsibilities include curriculum planning, differentiated instruction, and engaging with parents to foster success. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree and have classroom experience, with a salary range of $55,117 to $80,000 per year.

Qualifications

• At least a bachelor’s degree and working toward teaching certification.
• Two years of successful classroom experience in a Title I school.
• Demonstrated mastery of lesson planning.

Responsibilities

• Craft a classroom vision and create an academic plan.
• Provide differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
• Engage parents with regular feedback and communication.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Data-driven instruction

Compassion

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject

Job description

High School Teacher - All Content Areas

Thrive Academy – Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Job Details

• Job ID: 4871942
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jan 18, 2023 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SCHOOL OVERVIEW

THRIVE is a school unlike any other – one of the first boarding schools in the country serving at‑risk students. The mission of THRIVE is to empower students from underserved Louisiana communities and prepare them academically and personally for success in college and beyond. THRIVE aims to reach this goal through a world‑class school in a boarding setting. Serving grades seven through twelve, THRIVE will provide the students and families of Louisiana with a never before‑seen service – a free public boarding school. By combining the best educational methods with a 24‑hour supportive environment, THRIVE seeks to provide students with a place to learn where nothing can get in the way.

THRIVE Academy/Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Curriculum and Instruction
  • Craft a classroom vision and create an academic long‑term plan for instruction.
  • Plan and execute the year’s curriculum, lessons, and learning objectives aligned to state standards to assure student learning.
  • Provide differentiated instruction to ensure the needs of all types of learners and varying levels are met.
  • Provide direct and small‑group instruction in centers.
  • Develop all materials needed for instruction.
  • Work with the Special Education Instructor to ensure all IEP goals are met.
  • Record grades, report attendance, and complete report cards.
• Data Analysis and Achievement
  • With support from the school leader, provide data‑driven instruction.
  • Assess student learning and check for mastery with daily exit slips, weekly quizzes and unit tests, and other assessments aligned to the GLEs.
  • Hold weekly subject‑level data meetings focused on outcomes for meeting student needs and improving instruction.
• School Culture and Parent Engagement
  • Provide parents with regular feedback through quarterly parent‑teacher conferences, monthly phone calls, progress reports, report cards, and other communication.
  • Invest students in learning and in the culture of the school.
  • Promote students’ character development and a positive classroom environment by establishing an atmosphere of Endurance, Compassion, Independence, Ownership, and Partnership.
• Effectively work on a team.
• Take on leadership responsibilities within the school.
• Follow the student and staff discipline policies and handbooks.
• Commit to growing professionally through consistent feedback, academic studies, and professional development.

THRIVE Teachers embrace the following beliefs

• Endurance – Determined to be an effective teacher and will always work hard in all things regardless of difficulty.
• Attend and actively participate in every day of orientation, training, staff development, and pre‑planning before and during the school year.
• Put forth best effort to deliver engaging and effective lessons, even when overwhelmed.
• Do ‘whatever it takes’ to ensure student success.
• Independence – Strive to model scholar attributes and challenge students to become well‑disciplined scholars.
• Come to school on time and prepared, with well‑planned lessons and necessary materials.
• Complete all job responsibilities to the best of my ability, and remain a constant learner.
• Assign homework regularly and provide phone number for after‑hours assistance.
• Stay organized and keep classroom neat.
• Operate with a sense of urgency.
• Compassion – Support community projects and model compassionate behavior.
• Support students in finding meaningful community projects.
• Model ownership and compassion.
• Encourage peer mediation and preventative decision making.
• Plan engaging lessons while ensuring learning is never compromised.
• Foster a warm, welcoming environment.
• Participate in staff fun activities.
• Partnership – Support the school mission and collaborate with staff and students.
• Conduct professionally in speech, action, appearance.
• Lift peers, give help, keep school clean.
• Participate in staff meetings and serve on committees.
• Ensure education continuity when absent.
• Teach teamwork to students.
• Ownership – Operate with integrity and model ownership.
• Be honest and expect honesty.
• Follow test administration guidelines.
• Use respectful language.
• Direct concerns to responsible parties with suggestions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Has at least a bachelor’s degree and working toward teaching certification and license in subject teaching.
• Has at least two years of successful classroom experience with a title I school (growth noted).
• Uses data to inform decisions and is achievement driven.
• Demonstrated mastery of lesson planning and long‑term planning.
• Outstanding behavior management and investment system.
• Mastery of time‑management skills.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills and valuing feedback.
• Knowledge of Common Core.
• Fosters relational capacity among staff, parents, and students.

ACCOUNTABILITY

This position is accountable to the Principal.

EEO STATEMENT

Thrive Academy is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the school at 225‑367‑6855 and ask for the HR department.

POSITION TYPE

Full‑Time

SALARY

$55,117 to $80,000 Per Year