Middle School Teacher: 26-27

Position Summary

The Bridge’s innovative model pairs a teacher and a counselor in each classroom to ensure that students’ behavioral and mental health needs are being met along with their academic needs. While our program and classrooms are relatively small, our teachers work hard to individualize instruction and support for each student.

Position Requirements

• 3+ years teaching at-risk students with a demonstrated record raising student achievement
• A BA or BS required; Louisiana Teacher Certification preferred but not required
• Experience teaching students with exceptionalities
• Specialized interest and skills in working with students with learning and emotional difficulties
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, relationship building & management skills
• Learning mindset dedicated to effectively and innovatively problem solving and constantly improving
• Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
• Enthusiasm and joy for working with children and desire to provide a whole-child focused educational experience
• Commitment to EQA’s mission, vision and growth

Details Responsibilities

Curriculum Development & Teaching

• Create high-quality lessons for all 4 content areas for 7th and 8th grade
• Modify curriculum to meet the needs of students through differentiation
• Develop and execute on Weekly and Daily lesson plans
• Develop and execute on Labs, Projects, and other hands-on learning experiences
• Collaborate and/or co-teach with Classroom counselors, special education teaching assistants, teachers, and leaders to insure all students receive the appropriate, high quality modifications and accommodations
• Build and leverage transformative relationships for student growth

Assessment and Monitoring Student Progress

• Assess and monitor student progress on an individual and course level
• Develop rigorous, authentic assessments to accurately gauge student understanding and mastery
• Collect and analyze a variety of data to assess student’s strengths, gaps, and growth areas
• Use this information to appropriately adjust course curriculum and delivery and individualize approaches and supports

Professional Development

• Set goals for student performance and professional growth
• Productively seek, give, and use feedback
• Positively contribute to the school’s collegial community
• Participate in all scheduled professional development activities and seek out additional opportunities
• Involvement in the continual development and improvement of the school’s curriculum, culture, and program

Start Date & Schedule

• Start date: July 2026
• Schedule: All full-time Bridge positions are year-round with a generous vacation schedule

Location & Salary

• Location: 12000 Hayne Blvd.
• Salary: Initial salary is based on years of experience and degrees. Future salary increases are based on performance and responsibilities

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and 403b retirement plan

Contact Information

• Academic Dean