Primary Classroom Teacher (2026-27 School Year)

About the role

The Classroom Teacher at Prodeo Academy is a key member of a grade-level team dedicated to closing the opportunity gap. This role requires a deep focus on individual student growth, providing a warm, structured environment, and collaborating closely with the Principal and Grade Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Provides targeted instruction to students.
• Collects, analyzes, and uses data to tailor instruction in small groups and individually.
• Maintains a safe, welcoming, and high-standards classroom environment.
• Adopts and internalizes curricula and effective instructional practices.
• Manages and shares data regularly, participating in grade-level and data meetings.
• Identifies and analyzes strengths and growth areas in classroom/grade level/schoolwide data.
• Attends all professional development offered by Prodeo Academy.
• Participates in Prodeo Academy’s coaching model and feedback cycle.
• Shares resources, plans, and ideas openly with teammates.
• Checks and responds to team and family communication within 24-48 business hours.
• Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Appropriate MN teaching license in (or ability to obtain).
• Record of exemplary results with students.
• Knowledge and application of assessment tools and data management.
• Experience: Working in a K–8 urban public or charter school setting preferred.
• Commitment: To Prodeo Academy’s mission and values.
• Skills: Outstanding attention to detail, excellent organizational and planning skills, ability to multitask, build positive relationships, differentiate instruction, and support diverse learners.
• Physical Abilities: Ability to stand and move around the classroom for extended periods, sit at a desk, lift/push up to 25 lbs, engage in crisis intervention, and communicate clearly.

Qualifications

• Data-driven mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong ethical judgment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retirement planning through Teacher’s Retirement Association (TRA)/Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) and optional 403B plans.
• Generous Paid time off, federal holidays, and academic breaks throughout the school year.
• Leadership Development Opportunities including Grade Team Leadership, Instructional Coach, Data Team Leadership, and Extracurricular Coaching.

Pay

The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, educational background, and academic outcomes.

Schedule

This role involves a typical school schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends as needed.