Middle School ELA Teacher

Kairos Academies; St. Louis (MO); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision Insurance

Paid time off & wellness reimbursement

Certification and Graduate Coursework

Comprehensive Coaching and Growth Oppt

Résumé du poste

Kairos Academies is seeking a mission-driven Middle School ELA Teacher in St. Louis, MO. You will help students become critical readers, thoughtful writers, and confident communicators using Kairos’ coaching-based instructional model.

As a Kairos teacher, you will model the school values—Love, Excellence, Agency, and Diversity—while collaborating with colleagues to drive literacy growth and personal development in a supportive, equity-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success increasing literacy achievement in middle school students.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Eligible to work for any employer in the United States.

Responsabilités

• Design and implement standards-aligned ELA units focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Differentiate instruction using MAP, NWEA, and internal assessments.
• Provide frequent feedback on writing and reading comprehension.
• Coach and mentor a pod of students weekly to build goal-setting and reflection skills.
• Collaborate with ELA and humanities teams to align curriculum and assessments.
• Lead or participate in PLCs, coaching cycles, and team reflections.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor's degree in English/Education

Missouri Teaching Certificate (ELA 5–9) or eligibility

Description du poste

Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher

Location: St. Louis, MO 63118

Department: Schools / Academics
Reports To: School Leader
Classification: Full-Time / Exempt

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Position Summary

The Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher at Kairos Academies is a mission-driven educator who helps students become critical readers, thoughtful writers, and confident communicators. This role combines deep content expertise with Kairos’ coaching-based instructional model—empowering students to take ownership of their learning, develop voice and agency, and build lifelong literacy skills.

At Kairos, all teachers are leaders. Beyond delivering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, ELA teachers model our values of Love, Excellence, Agency, and Diversity while shaping the culture and systems that make Kairos a place where every student can thrive. Teachers are expected to coach, collaborate, and reflect to ensure students achieve measurable academic and personal growth.

Core Responsibilities

Instructional Excellence

• Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned units focused on reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Teach students to analyze complex texts across genres — including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and informational writing.
• Integrate writing instruction that emphasizes argumentation, narrative craft, and evidence-based reasoning.
• Use data from MAP, NWEA, and internal assessments to differentiate instruction and accelerate literacy growth.
• Maintain accurate gradebooks and provide frequent, actionable feedback on writing and reading comprehension.
• Incorporate project-based learning, literature circles, and Socratic discussions that connect text to identity, culture, and community.

Student Relationships & Mentorship

• Serve as a Kairos Coach, mentoring a pod of students weekly to build goal‑setting, self‑management, and reflection skills.
• Foster a classroom environment grounded in respect, curiosity, and collaboration.
• Communicate proactively with families to celebrate growth and address challenges

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Partner with ELA and humanities team members to align curriculum, assessments, and best practices across grades.
• Participate in professional learning communities (PLCs), coaching cycles, and team reflections aligned with Kairos’ instructional priorities.
• Share strategies and feedback that support continuous improvement within the teaching team.

Whole-School Service & Leadership-

• Serve in a whole-school service role (e.g., Literacy Lead, Equity Lead, Tutoring Lead) that supports schoolwide academic and cultural goals.
• Support consistent implementation of restorative practices, positive behavior systems, and SEL frameworks.
• Contribute to school events, family engagement, and community initiatives.

Driver Goals

• MAP Proficiency: 60% of students meet or exceed ELA proficiency benchmarks.
• NWEA Growth: 70% of students demonstrate expected or above-expected growth in reading and language usage.
• Mentoring Participation: 75% of students meet coaching engagement and reflection benchmarks.
• On‑Track Gradient Learning Classes: 85% of students maintain on‑track progress in ELA coursework.

Key Indicators of Success

• Evidenceof rigorous, culturally relevant instruction aligned to Missouri Learning Standards and Kairos’ Graduate Profile.
• Growth in literacy outcomes and student writing performance across multiple genres.
• Classroom culture characterized by student ownership, curiosity, and productive struggle.
• Consistent use of data to drive instruction, reteaching, and enrichment.
• Active contribution to team collaboration, curriculum development, and schoolwide improvement.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success increasing literacy achievement in middle school students.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Eligible to work for any employer in the United States.

Preferred:

• Missouri Teaching Certificate (English Language Arts 5–9) or eligibility to obtain upon hire.
• Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
• Experience with project-based or workshop-style literacy instruction.
• 3+ years of middle school teaching experience with demonstrated student growth outcomes.
• Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Occasional evenings or weekends for family engagement, performances, or tutoring.
• Dynamic, fast-paced classroom environment requiring adaptability and teamwork.
• On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis, MO.
• Health, dental, and vision Insurance
• Paid time off & wellness reimbursement
• Certification and Graduate Coursework Reimbursement
• Comprehensive Coaching and Growth Opportunities

Kairos Academies is a forward-thinking public charter school network in St. Louis reimagining education for the 21st century. Our mission is to cultivate an integrated community of self-directed learners, leaders, and citizens. Recognized nationally for innovation and excellence, Kairos replaces traditional lectures with personalized, project-based learning and emphasizes executive-function coaching to help students take ownership of their education and lives.