'26/'27 SY Technology Teacher at KCE

About the role

PLA teachers are passionate and devoted leaders bringing creativity and rigor to our classrooms to support an improved learning experience for our scholars. Our teachers are compassionate and committed to building a caring environment that nurtures the success of our school community. As a Physical Education (PE) Teacher at Phalen Leadership Academies, you will be responsible for delivering programs aligned with state standards, that encourage physical activity through structured games, lessons, and competitive sports. You will help scholars develop motor skills, social skills, and cultivate an interest in being active and healthy.

Responsibilities

• 100% of scholars meet their projected growth goals in both good sportsmanship and physical activity standards
• 85% scholar satisfaction on classroom surveys
• 100% of scholars will meet their yearly growth goals for both ELA and Math
• 90% of scholars persist through the academic year
• 95% average daily scholar attendance
• 1.5 years growth for each scholar not performing on grade level

Requirements

• A passion for working with students and families in under-served communities
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university; with appropriate endorsements, if applicable
• Valid State Teacher License or enrolled in a credentialing program
• Effective pedagogical skills driven by standards and data-driven assessment
• Experience tracking and using data to drive instruction

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance
• Professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and being a part of professional communities within the school
• Incentive and bonus opportunities

About the Organization

PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (PLA University) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities.

Kids Care Elementary (KCE) is a tuition-free public charter school committed to providing a top-notch education for our scholars. We are a K-5 campus that serves about 150 scholars. Our professional and caring staff are dedicated to inspiring a love for learning in each child. We showcase our exceptional curriculum and incredible teachers, emphasizing our commitment to a supportive and inclusive environment tailored to individual needs. At KCE, our vision is to cultivate a community of learners striving for academic, social, and emotional excellence through project-based learning. Our mission is to be a model of educational excellence, empowering scholars to become independent, self-sufficient individuals. Join the KCE family, where we actively engage parents and the community to create an environment that fosters the success and responsible contribution of our scholars.