High School Teacher

About the role

The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and positively impacting students' lives. They understand that learning involves making mistakes and that all students have the potential to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans and instructional strategies to enhance student learning.
• Use data to identify student strengths and areas for improvement, and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and support student achievement.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to refine teaching methods and stay current in educational research.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Proficiency in the subject matter and ability to connect it to real-world applications.
• A strong commitment to fostering positive relationships and teaching social and academic skills.
• Experience working with middle or high school students in an academic or youth development setting.
• For experienced teachers, a demonstrated history of successful classroom management and student achievement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Clear understanding of content area and its relevance to students’ lives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with students.
• Experience with data-driven decision-making and goal-setting.
• Commitment to Pharos Academy’s core values and educational philosophy.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage diverse student populations.
• Proficiency in technology tools for teaching and learning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Monthly GrubHub meal credit.
• Parking for commuters.

Pay

Competitive salary starting at $80,000 with a range of $80,000 - $115,000 USD.

Schedule

Full-time position.