26/27 Instructional Candidate Pool
About The Position
Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is building a General Instructional Candidate Pool for current and anticipated openings across our schools. This standing requisition allows us to proactively identify and engage strong educators and instructional support professionals for roles including: Lower Elementary Teachers (K–2) Upper Elementary Teachers (3–5) Middle School Teachers (6–8) Elective & Specials Teachers Special Education Teachers Teaching Assistants 1:1 Paraprofessionals Reading Interventionists Candidates in this pool may be considered for immediate openings or future opportunities as needs arise throughout the hiring season. PLA educators and instructional support staff are mission-driven professionals committed to supporting the academic and social-emotional growth of scholars in underserved communities. All roles contribute to building structured, joyful, and high-expectations learning environments.
Requirements
- Passion for working with students and families in under-served communities
- Bachelor’s degree or higher for teaching and intervention roles, where required
- Valid State Teacher License or enrollment in an approved credentialing program (for teaching roles)
- Experience supporting instruction, interventions, or classroom management
- Ability to use data to support instructional or intervention planning
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Delivering or supporting high-quality, standards-aligned instruction
- Providing small-group or individualized academic support, particularly in reading
- Supporting inclusive classroom environments and differentiated instruction
- Monitoring scholar progress and supporting data-driven instructional decisions
- Collaborating with teachers, special education teams, and school leadership
- Supporting scholar behavior, engagement, and classroom routines
- Partnering with families and school staff to support scholar success
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
