Kindergarten Teacher

Inspirenola Charter Schools; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

InspireNOLA Charter Schools in New Orleans, LA is seeking a passionate Elementary Teacher to join our team and support the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of students. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and state certification (or in progress), with strong classroom management and collaboration skills; teaching experience is preferred.

You will design rigorous lessons, use student data to drive instruction, and participate in ongoing professional development while upholding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two or more years of teaching experience preferred.
• Louisiana Teacher Certification or in progress preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement rigorous unit and engaging lesson plans.
• Create a structured, achievement-oriented learning environment and build positive rapport with students.
• Utilize student data to drive instruction, reteaching, and interventions.
• Exemplify InspireNOLA's core values in interactions with students and families.
• Proactively manage student behavior and adhere to school policies.
• Participate in professional development sessions and staff feedback processes.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Collaboration

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Louisiana Teacher Certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: New Orleans, LA 70122, Position Type: Full Time, Elementary Teacher

Position Summary

InspireNOLA Charter Schools is seeking a passionate, talented, and dedicated Teachers. We are pursuing candidates who are committed to the intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of our students and who have a strong desire to continuously develop in their profession.

Position Qualifications & Competencies

• Belief in the mission and values of InspireNOLA;
• Bachelor's degree (required);
• Two or more years of teaching experience (preferred);
• Louisiana Teacher Certification or in progress; (preferred);
• Proven success in raising the achievement levels of historically under-served students;
• Expertise in a content area and strong classroom management skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively with the school team, families, and community members;
• Desire to continuously improve instructional practices and willingness to engage in ongoing professional development;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and implement rigorous unit and engaging lesson plans that incorporate all components of the InspireNOLA instructional model;
• Create a structured, achievement-oriented learning environment, and develop a positive rapport with students;
• Utilize student data to drive instruction, re-teaching, and classroom interventions;
• Exemplify InspireNOLA's core values in all interactions with students and their families to demonstrate your commitment to students' academic and behavioral success;
• Proactively manage student behavioral issues and adhere to school policies for infractions and incentives;
• Participate enthusiastically in structured and informal learning and development opportunities, including seeking and accepting continual feedback from staff and administration;
• Consistently engage in school-based professional development sessions (cluster and data review meetings) as well as additional professional development opportunities offered by the InspireNOLA Support Team office.
• Perform other additional duties as specified.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as TRSL, our employer retirement contribution, is included.

InspireNOLA is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.