Elementary School Teacher

About the role

This position will perform a variety of essential responsibilities, including (but not limited to): Teach 5th grade students; Collaborate with department members regarding Excel's curriculum; Design and implement rigorous assessments that evaluate student mastery of academic standards; Create a safe learning environment for all students by implementing Excel’s classroom management strategies and best practices with consistency; Provide coverage as needed during non-instructional time; Serve as a productive member of the Excel Academy community; and Do whatever it takes to ensure the mission of the school is upheld.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree preferred;
• A minimum of two years’ teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required;
• Preference will be given to applicants who share points of intersection with our students, such as speaking Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or a language commonly spoken by our students and families at an advanced level, being first generation college graduates, or having grown up low-income.

Mission Alignment

• You share a commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel’s values and educational model;
• You are committed to addressing racial and economic inequity in education;
• You work effectively in a team environment and have a willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work;
• You are open to change, are willing to problem-solve, and seek feedback for your own professional growth and improvement.