Kindergarten Pioneer — Founding Arkansas Educator

KIRBY MIDDLE SCHOOL; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IOTA Community Schools is seeking passionate Kindergarten Teachers to join our founding Arkansas team for the 2027–28 school year. As a founding teacher, you will shape a joyful, rigorous middle school experience for scholars and build strong family relationships from day one.

Starting our journey in Arkansas for 2027-28, we believe every student has potential to achieve college, leadership, and life goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Arkansas teaching license for Elementary Education K-6 or ECE P-4 required.
• Commitment to IOTA’s mission and school-building work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction aligned to IOTA’s academic standards.
• Use data to evaluate pupil progress and inform parents about progress.
• Develop weekly and long-range lesson plans with standards and assessments.
• Lead student activities and collaborate with families and the community.
• Maintain classroom management and ensure safe, inclusive learning environments.

Skills

Lesson planning

Data-driven instruction

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field

Arkansas teaching license K-6 or ECE P-4

Job description

IOTA Community Schools is seeking passionate Kindergarten Teachers to join our founding Arkansas team for the 2027–28 school year. As a founding teacher, you will shape a joyful, rigorous middle school experience for scholars and build strong family relationships from day one.

Starting our journey in Arkansas for 2027-28, we believe every student has potential to achieve college, leadership, and life goals.