6th grade Science Pre-AP Teacher - IDEA Ingram Hills College Prep (Immediate Opening)

About the role

IDEA College Prep Teachers are responsible for ensuring that every IDEA student masters the academic and social skills necessary to succeed in college, while embodying IDEA’s values daily. Teachers set ambitious goals for student achievement, track student data to inform dynamic lesson plans, seek feedback, and continuously develop their teaching practice. The role supports rigorous high‑school coursework and provides opportunities for college credit through dual‑enrollment, AP, or IB courses.

Responsibilities

• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Learn, master, and deliver grade‑level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress, adjust lesson plans accordingly, and update the gradebook weekly.
• Communicate students’ progress to students and families on a weekly basis.
• Facilitate effective use of technology as a communication and educational tool.
• Implement a clear, consistent behavior‑management system aligned with campus‑wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community.
• Help shape a school‑wide culture that fosters a productive, enthusiastic learning environment.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust and respect.
• Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet all students’ needs.
• Participate in weekly manager check‑ins, grade‑level meetings, before‑ and after‑school duties, and school‑wide meetings and functions.
• Engage in summer and year‑long district, school, and personal learning and development.
• Provide additional after‑school tutoring or Saturday school based on scholar needs.

Requirements

• High level of content‑area proficiency (teaching certification, field of study, or work experience strongly preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year institution (required).
• Experience in a K‑12 classroom setting (strongly preferred).
• State certification preferred but not required.
• Relevant coursework indicating exposure to subject‑matter content.
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned and ability to pass a grade‑level aligned IDEA content assessment.
• Basic knowledge of curricula and instructional practices.
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment.

Compensation

• Starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience: $59,500.
• Stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500‑$4,000 each.
• Additional performance‑based compensation.
• Hourly compensation for after‑school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan with majority of employee premium covered; subsidized coverage for spouse/domestic partner and children.
• Paid Family Leave: up to 8 weeks for birth or adoption, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: up to 50% of tuition, maximum $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget.
• Employer‑paid mental/behavioral health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and additional work‑life services at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending accounts.
• Generous vacation time and referral bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Potential relocation allowance, if applicable.

Schedule

Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week, including before‑ and after‑school duties, tutoring sessions, and occasional Saturday school as needed.