English Language Development Teacher (ELD)

About the Role

The English Language Development Teacher will teach high school English at Phoenix Charter Academy, planning lessons and curricula, administering assessments, collecting and analyzing data, and supporting students to achieve academic excellence. Phoenix teachers serve as advisers and mentors, playing integral roles in the lives of our scholars. Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Phoenix Charter Academy aims to show the world what all young people can do, defying limitations of societal assumptions, classism, and racism. We focus on students on the margins of the traditional public education system, including those who have dropped out, are parenting, involved with the juvenile justice system, new to the country, or under-credited. We provide individually tailored, academically rigorous curricula and mentoring to help students reach their full potential.

Why This Work Matters

Students across America are dropping out of high school at an alarming rate, which impacts earning power, social service dependency, criminal involvement, and life expectancy. Phoenix Charter Academy addresses this by creating environments where students can demonstrate talent and resilience, preparing them for success in high school, college, and beyond.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Phoenix, we form an inclusive school community that reflects all visible and invisible identities. We break down systemic barriers by providing resources, experiences, and supports for historically marginalized groups. We value, understand, and leverage multiple perspectives, celebrating difference as a strength. We do not tolerate perspectives that perpetuate oppression or dehumanization.

Qualities of a Phoenix Staff Member

• Unwavering belief in our students: Operate with the belief that all young people can succeed despite systemic barriers.
• Continuous Improvement: Approach problem-solving with curiosity and a desire to learn from others. Model open-mindedness and a willingness to make and learn from mistakes.
• Eager to Learn: Thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment and implement feedback quickly.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Understand how self-identity and experiences impact work, colleagues, and students, and work toward equity.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver rigorous instructional content, including lessons, curriculum supplements, weekly overviews, scope and sequence plans, and performance assessments aligned with the curricular framework.
• Support social-emotional learning connected to college and career readiness, including 1:1 support as needed.
• Participate in weekly professional development on Fridays from 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
• Engage in supervision, weekly coaching cycles, and formal mid-year and end-of-year evaluations based on goals set by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
• Collaborate with English as a Second Language and other Academic Support staff to ensure appropriate supports for all students.
• Collect and analyze student academic data to inform instruction and meet student needs.

Requirements

• Alignment with Phoenix's mission.
• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 1 year of direct scholar-serving experience (teaching, tutoring, academic support, etc.) preferred.
• Bilingual/Spanish-speaking candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Skills

• Communication: Conveys information effectively and efficiently across lines of difference.
• Scholar Orientation: Centers the needs of scholars in all aspects of the work.
• Adaptability: Adjusts and aligns work to the school's mission while navigating complex environments.
• Work Ethic: Strong ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Benefits

• Professional development, coaching, and resources to support success.
• An open, curious, and celebratory culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion through affinity groups and continuous capacity building.
• Competitive market compensation, medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness plans.
• 403b retirement plan.
• Employee perks such as longevity bonus and pet insurance.