26/27 K-6 Art Teacher ($5,000 Annual Bonus for Certified Teachers) at Phalen Leadership Academies

Flint, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

55000.0

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Management, Instruction Planning, Data-Driven Assessment, Goal Setting, Student Tracking, Pedagogical Skills, Intervention, Curriculum Delivery, Community Collaboration

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Starting Salary Scale for Credentialed Teacher(s): $55,000 The Opportunity: PLA teachers are passionate and devoted leaders bringing creativity and rigor to our classrooms to support an improved learning experience for our scholars. Our teachers are compassionate and committed to building a caring environment that nurtures the success of our school community. As a Teacher at Phalen Leadership Academies, you are responsible for ensuring that all scholars master both the academic and social skills necessary to succeed. You will set ambitious goals for student achievement and hold our scholars accountable for accomplishing those goals. As a PLA teacher, you will be empowered to create a powerful learning environment, plan and deliver rigorous instruction, and assess for mastery, tracking scholar progress and intervening and/or pivoting as necessary to support our scholars’ success. The Details Key Deliverables: 100% of scholars meet their projected growth goals 85% scholar satisfaction on classroom surveys 90% of scholars persist through the academic year 95% average daily scholar attendance 1.5 years of growth for each scholar not performing on grade level Experience and Education Requirements A passion for working with students and families in under-served communities Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, with appropriate endorsements, if applicable Valid State Teacher License or enrolled in a credentialing program Effective pedagogical skills driven by standards and data-driven assessment Experience tracking and using data to drive instruction The Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (Skilled US) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities and expanded income opportunities. The Campus: Greater Heights Academy, nestled in Flint, MI, catering to students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, it stands as a beacon of choice for parents. The academy's overarching mission is to foster individual academic triumph through a harmonious collaboration between families, the school, and the community. Greater Heights Academy is dedicated to delivering the utmost in comprehensive education, nurturing excellence in both academics and character development. With a resolute commitment to partnering with parents, the community, and maximizing available resources, Greater Heights Academy remains unwavering in its pursuit of scholar excellence. Compensation and Benefits: PLA School Teachers receive a base salary that is competitively aligned with the market. In addition to a base salary, PLA School Teachers receive: Competitive Compensation -starting salary scale for credentialed teachers is $55k Benefits – Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance Professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and being a part of professional communities within the school Incentive and bonus opportunities PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Please read carefully. Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

Responsibilities

Teachers are responsible for ensuring all scholars master necessary academic and social skills by setting ambitious achievement goals and holding students accountable. This involves creating a powerful learning environment, planning and delivering rigorous instruction, and assessing mastery while tracking progress and intervening as needed.