Math and Science Teacher (Grades 5-6)

Jumoke Academy Charter School; Clay Arsenal (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jumoke Academy Charter School seeks a motivated Middle School Mathematics Teacher to educate 5th and 6th graders in Connecticut. The ideal candidate will hold CT State Certification in Mathematics and Science, with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree and at least three years of teaching experience. This full-time position includes benefits and focuses on demonstrating commitment to student success while engaging families. Professional development and collaboration with staff are essential parts of this role.

Qualifications

• At least three years of teaching experience at the intermediate elementary and middle school level.
• Commitment to excellence for every child.
• Highly motivated and mission-driven teachers.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5th and 6th grades in Mathematics and Science.
• Attend professional development and staff meetings.
• Engage and empower students and their families.

Skills

Driving for results

Using data to drive instruction

Inspiring and engaging students

Maintaining a culture of high expectations

Building effective relationships

Best practices in assessment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

CT State Certification in MATH & SCIENCE

Job description

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Mathematics
• Date Posted: 3/2/2026
• Location: Jumoke Academy Honors at the Hartford Conservatory
• Date Available: 04/06/2026

This position is for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.

Overview

Jumoke Academy seeks a motivated and innovative middle school certified MATH and SCIENCE teacher, to teach 5th and 6th grades, who are committed to excellence for every child and will accept nothing less. These individuals must be highly motivated and mission‑driven; teachers who sweat the small stuff without losing sight of the big picture.

Essential Qualifications

• Certification/License: Appropriate CT State Certification in MATH & SCIENCE
• Education: An accredited Bachelor's or Master's Degree
• Experience: At least three years of teaching experience at the intermediate elementary and middle school level.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Driving for results
• Using data to drive and inform instruction
• Inspiring, engaging, and empowering students and families
• Establishing and maintaining a culture of high expectations
• Building effective relationships with students, families, and peers
• Ensuring fidelity to curriculum, instructional excellence, and best practices in assessment

Supervisor

School Principal

Terms of Employment

Ten month work year. Standard teacher work schedule, including attendance at professional development, open houses, parent conferences and staff meetings as needed.

Benefits

This is a full time position with benefits.