Purpose Preparatory Academy Charter School Hiring for EL Teacher Job at Nashville, TN Full Time

Qualifications

Purpose Prep has launched an urgent search for committed, intelligent, hard-working educators. We will consider candidates who:

• Embody Purpose Prep’s mission, vision, and RISE with Purpose values (Purpose, Respect, Integrity, Self-Determination, Excellence)
• Believe that there is not a more urgent task than providing an outstanding academic and character education to students from urban backgrounds
• Take ownership for the achievement results of their students
• Have a track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable student achievement gains or comparable results in their current field
• Work well within a team of high-performers
• Are goal-driven, analytical problem solvers, and embody a can-do spirit and strong work ethic
• Promote continuous improvement by being open to feedback; are self-reflective and humble
• Dedicated to improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, reflection, feedback, best practices, and regular assessment
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• TN State Certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities * Embody Purpose Prep’s mission, vision, and RISE with Purpose values

• Develop and implement ambitious, rigorous, and standards-aligned curricula, lesson and unit plans, and activities to meet and exceed academic standards
• Design and implement rigorous assessments aligned to academic targets
• Provide engaging, differentiated, appropriately paced, and rigorous instruction in whole-class, small group, and individual settings
• Establish and maintain a culture of achievement in their classroom; uphold school-wide and class systems, rules and consequences, disciplinary codes, and rewards at all times
• Analyze student achievement data collaboratively with colleagues and Head of School to critically and strategically respond to the learning needs of students
• Implement school’s data tracking system and use data to inform instructional development and delivery
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in training, professional development and learning activities
• Work to continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices.
• Use feedback to make productive changes in performance
• Complete all administrative requirements by given deadlines
• Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards
• Participate in additional school activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs as needed throughout year.
• Participate in school-related community events, such as recruitment fairs, canvassing events, and fundraiser events as needed throughout the year

CompensationWe offer a competitive compensation package, including a salary above the district scale and comprehensive health benefits.’
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Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented — quality and precision-focused
• Innovative — innovative and risk-taking
• Outcome-oriented — results-focused with strong performance culture

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented — enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Detail-oriented — would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented — enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction
• High stress tolerance — thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $47,659.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)
• ESL Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location