Upper Elementary ELA Teacher — Joyful, Inclusive Classrooms

The Joy School

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+
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Competitive salary
Benefits
Supportive peers
Joyful environment
Professional development
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Casual dress

Job summary

The Joy School is seeking a full-time elementary teacher to deliver targeted English language arts and social studies instruction to two classes of 4th/5th grade students with learning differences in Houston. You will collaborate with families and colleagues to create a joyful, inclusive learning environment.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and classroom teaching experience; teacher certification is preferred.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; teacher certification preferred.
  • Experience teaching in a relevant classroom setting is required.
  • Knowledge of learning differences and ability to differentiate instruction.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver targeted English language arts and social studies instruction to two classes of six to eight students in 4th and/or 5th grade with learning differences.
  • Communicate with colleagues and parents to provide an exceptional experience for all families.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development and reflection.
  • Observe, analyze, and pivot based on the needs of kids.
  • Record, synthesize, and report progress in formal and informal ways.
  • Provide support to kids in the form of social coaching.
  • Have fun teaching and learning – must love kids.

Skills

Kindness
Compassion
Curiosity
Analytical thinking
Flexibility
Humor
Patience
Growth mindset
Experience
High energy
Innovation

Education

Bachelor's degree
Teacher certification (preferred)

Job description

The Joy School is seeking a full-time elementary teacher to deliver targeted English language arts and social studies instruction to two classes of 4th/5th grade students with learning differences in Houston. You will collaborate with families and colleagues to create a joyful, inclusive learning environment.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and classroom teaching experience; teacher certification is preferred.

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