K-5 Teachers (Multiple Openings)

Great Hearts Academies • San Antonio, TX

68d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Hearts Academies is seeking passionate, life-long learners to shape students' hearts and minds as K-5 Teachers in San Antonio. As a Homeroom Teacher, you will create a welcoming and nurturing classroom environment that fosters a deep sense of wonder and a love of learning. The curriculum includes Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, History, Science, and Literature. You will have the support of an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher in your classroom.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role
• All majors are welcome
• US Work Authorization is required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Certification is not required for general education

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.

Benefits

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Texas Retirement System
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level