Teacher and Learning Coach

URGENT, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Competitive salary

Great Work Environment

Job summary

A youth organization in Miami is seeking a Learning Coach-Teacher to inspire students through project-based learning. This role focuses on student empowerment and mentorship in a creative environment. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and preferably experience teaching at the K-8 level. Join us to make a meaningful impact in education and community enrichment.

Qualifications

• Preferred state teaching certification.
• Previous experience teaching at the K-8 level is preferred.
• Adherence to classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor students in project-based learning experiences.
• Empower students to discover their passions.
• Collaborate with a team to create a student-centered learning environment.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Technology skills

Understanding of youth development principles

Knowledge of health and safety guidelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment

Are you an innovative educator who believes that learning should be meaningful, creative, and connected to real-world experiences? At Urgent Academy, we’re looking for a passionate, student-centered educator to serve as a Learning Coach-Teacher—someone who thrives at the intersection of education, mentorship, and community impact.

This role goes beyond traditional teaching—it’s an opportunity to:

• Coach and mentor students as they navigate interest-driven, project-based learning experiences.
• Empower students to discover their passions and develop skills that will prepare them for high school, career pathways, and life.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team to create a learning environment that centers student voice, creativity, and real-world connections.

If you’re ready to help students develop mastery, take ownership of their learning, and make a lasting impact in their communities, we’d love to meet you!

Focus Areas:

• Humanities (ELA + Social Science+ Civics)
• STEAM
• Generalist
• Project-Based Learning/Interdisciplinary

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Schedule:

• FT/PT School day
• Extended Learning After School
• SY, Summer or Year-Round

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher and state teaching certification, preferred
• Previous experience teaching at the K-8 level is preferred
• Understanding of youth development principles and best practices in learner-centered education and project based learning (PBL)
• Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication and technology skills

About Urgent, Inc. and Urgent Academy

(Miami, FL) Urgent, Inc. is a youth empowerment and creative arts nonprofit dedicated to helping young people develop leadership skills, career readiness, and creative expression through innovative out-of-school time programs.

Urgent Academy, our private career and technical education (CTE) micro middle school, advances learner-centered, interest-driven, project-based learning, introducing students to careers in Film, Arts, Culture, and Entrepreneurship (FACE).