Job Description

Teacher Vision

Pharos Academy Charter School is looking for a teacher who is an “uber” kid person. The ideal candidate absolutely loves to teach, train, and push students both academically as well as behaviorally. There is an understanding that messing up and failure is a natural and welcomed part of the learning process. In this teacher’s classroom, all students are treated with dignity at all times and students are taught non-academic skills like hard work, collaboration, kindness, and receiving feedback.

Core Competencies of Strong Applicants (New and Experienced)

1. Commitment to daily and long-term instructional planning and preparation to ensure students get the most out of each class.
2. Commitment and drive to constantly learn and improve practice through implementing feedback from instructional leadership, peers, parents, and students to better serve and meet the needs of all students.
3. Commitment to using data to improve short term and long-term student achievement goals.
4. Full accountability for student academic outcomes and classroom culture and a steadfast belief that all students can achieve.
5. Commitment to being a team player (crew member) and belief in Pharos Academy’s core beliefs and educational viewpoint.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics or education-related major.
2. Certification in Education (Candidates working on certification are welcomed to apply)
3. Experience working with high school-aged children in an academic or youth development setting.

Compensation and Benefits

1. Entry Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000.
2. 401k plan with employer matching of 5 percent.
3. Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and optional Life Insurance.
4. Access to a wide range of instructional technology.

Teacher Support and Development

1. Weekly one on one coaching that includes classroom observations and an instructional meeting.
2. Weekly school-wide professional development where you learn from the instructional leadership team and your colleagues.
3. Summer Professional Development Institute.

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