Elementary Teacher

About the role

Rocketship Public Schools is a non-profit network of public elementary charter schools dedicated to student achievement, developing exceptional educators, and partnering with parents to transform the future for underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in either Humanities or STEMDeliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum, while adapting to meet student needs
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with your coach to continually refine instruction
• Analyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instruction
• Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are fully included and supported
• Support the whole child through intentional Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons and partnership with Rocketship’s Wellness team
• Partner with students and families through consistent communication, building trust and shared ownership of student success
• Conduct annual home visits with families and maintain ongoing touch points throughout the year
• Engage families in setting academic and behavioral goals, and transparently share student progress
• Participate in school events and community gatherings to strengthen connections

Requirements

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution
• Hold a valid Practitioner License with an Elementary K–5 Endorsement, or be eligible to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law
• Maintain active and in-good-standing credential status once certified, throughout employment with Rocketship
• Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities

Qualifications

• Life-long learner who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative school environment
• Commits to ongoing professional development and growth
• Passionate about equity and closing opportunity gaps
• Skilled at building authentic partnerships with families and colleagues

Skills

• Instructional skills in either Humanities or STEM
• Ability to analyze student data and use it to guide instruction
• Collaborative and communicative skills
• Strong interpersonal and family engagement skills

Benefits

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.

Pay

$54,448 - $70,940 a year

Schedule

N/A