Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
Date Posted:
4/18/2024
Location:
Saint Cloud
Position Available: 1st Grade Elementary Teacher
School Name: Success Academy
Email:
Date of Availability : ******** School Year
Date Closing : Until Filled
Work Day/Year: Full-time, 1.0 FTE, 1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Success Academy is a beacon of opportunity, a public K-8 charter school passionately dedicated to bridging the achievement gap. Our mission is to cultivate an enriching K-8 educational journey that not only imparts knowledge but also nurtures the development of character and leadership skills in our young scholars. We believe in empowering every student with the tools they need to thrive and succeed, fostering a community where each individual shines brightly and reaches their full potential. Job Description:
Elementary teachers are responsible for providing rigorous, standards-based, and highly engaging learning environments for their scholars. Teachers will strive to ensure that all Success Academy scholars are empowered with the knowledge, character, and leadership skills to graduate from college and serve the common good.
Responsibilities & Duties: Utilize curriculum to develop and implement standards-based lesson plans based on the GRR (Gradual Release of Responsibility) that include an understanding and modeling of independent thinking skills, creative problem-solving, and evidence-based reasoning, differentiating and scaffolding as needed. Implement assessments that are aligned with daily, weekly, and unit objectives. Use data to adjust short- and long-term plans in order to meet students' learning needs. Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and student achievement; reflect on instructional practices to meet individual professional development goals. Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and community meetings. Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based on trust and regular communication; collaborate and communicate regularly with families about academic progress and behavior. Establish and maintain high expectations and routines for academic work and classroom behavior. Establish and reinforce expectations and accountability structures to maintain a positive, focused classroom. Maintain accurate records, grade books, and data tracking systems. Contribute positively to a collaborative school environment. Perform other duties as required and assigned. Employment Logistics: Staff Hours: 6:45 am to 3:00 pm, Monday-Friday, or until all duties are completed for the day. Student Contact Hours: 7:15 am to 2:30 pm, Monday-Thursday, and 7:15 am to 12:30 pm on Friday. Professional development sessions are held every Friday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. All Staff are expected to attend and participate in all family events at the school. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. Valid Minnesota teaching license in content area (or ability to gain before start date). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with colleagues, students, and families. Compensation: Success Academy's salary for this position is competitive and based on prior experience. In addition, Success Academy offers a benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, Sick time, and other incentives. Extra Curricular: Coaching Opportunities available. After school program. Summer school. To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to
