Elementary School Teacher School Year 26-27

Ambition Preparatory Charter School•Jackson, MS

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is seeking an Elementary/Middle School Teacher for the 26-27 school year. This full-time position reports to the School Principal. The role involves planning and delivering instruction, managing the classroom, supporting student growth and development, and engaging with parents and the community. The teacher will be responsible for creating a learning environment that fosters student achievement and well-being, while adhering to district policies and best practices. Professional growth and development are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

Unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission, students, families, and community is non negotiable.
The belief that all students can learn at a high level, regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status.
Ability to multi-task and work with an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment.
Team player: demonstrates maturity, growth mindset, strong work ethic, follow through and flexibility.
Ability to take constructive feedback and quickly incorporate feedback.
Innovative, creative, organized and willing to take risks.
Unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission, students, families and community through the implementation of policies and procedures.
Share the belief that every student can learn at an advanced level regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status.
Ability to efficiently adapt in an ambiguous, fast-paced, start-up environment.
Candidates must be team oriented and can display a professional level of a growth mindset, maturity, flexibility, promptness, commitment, and organization.
Receptive to constructive feedback with the ability to remodel positive behavior precisely and effectively keeping the common goal of every student in mind.

Nice To Haves

Mississippi teaching certification required for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students.
Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with best practices and the needs of the students.
Strive to implement the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
Assess student learning through observations, authentic performance, and formal methods, providing frequent feedback.
Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify the learning strengths and needs of every student regularly.
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides, teaching fellows, and co-teachers, coaching and supporting their growth.
Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, assessment, activities, materials, and technology that reflect accommodations for individual needs of students assigned.
Work cooperatively with Students Support Coordinator to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits.
Consistently monitor student achievement through formal and informal assessment and use results to plan for instructional delivery.
Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
Develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and maintain order in a fair and just manner.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
See the assistance of Student Support Services (S3) as needed.
Make provisions to be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day.
Provide time in the evening for questions and concerns from students and/or parents that could not be handled during the school day.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, and school leaders.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Present a positive role model for students, staff, parents, and community members by demonstrating behavior that is professional, ethical, responsible, and aligned with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Mississippi Educators.
Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for engaging parents and the community.
Maintain and improve professional competence.
Participate in all professional development opportunities.
Actively participate in team meetings and serve on staff committees.
Participate in community outreach opportunities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.