Science and Social Studies Teacher (6th Grade) at Aspire Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Above-market starting pay

Curriculum resources

Job summary

Aspire Academy in Gary, IN seeks a dedicated K-8 teacher to join our team. You will collaborate with fellow educators and support staff to address each student’s needs and contribute to ongoing professional development.

You will create a dynamic classroom environment using a proven curriculum and instructional tools to promote student growth, while analyzing data to tailor instruction. Join a community focused on high performance and safety.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements.
• NHA will support you through your alternative certification journey.
• Click here to learn about core values.

Responsibilities

• Participate collaboratively with teachers and staff to meet student needs.
• Create and participate in professional development activities.
• Create an engaging classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Leverage a curriculum to drive student success and implement resources.
• Analyze student data to inform teaching.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaboration

Professional development

Classroom environment

Data-informed instruction

Education

Teacher licensure

Job description

School Information: Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students every year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose.

Job Description

Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students every year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose.

To learn more about Aspire Academy click here.

Why Choose Aspire Academy

• Starting pay above traditional public schools' market scales.
• Competitive benefitsat affordable rates.
• Demonstrates consistent outperformance against local districts on state tests.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Personalized development and coachingopportunities.
• High level of support for all staffby an experienced leadership team.
• Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate collaboratively and professionally with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and individual needs of each student.
• Create, manage, and participate in a variety of professional development and orientation activities.
• Create a classroom environment that is engaging and conducive to learning.
• Leverage a curriculum proven to drive the academic success of students. A set of curricular resources are there for you to take and implement in your classroom based on the needs of students.
• Analyze and use student data to inform your teaching.
• Participate collaboratively and professionally with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and individual needs of each student.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements. NHA will support you through your alternative certification journey.

Please click here to find out more about our core values.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.