Middle School Language Arts Teacher (AMS Little Rock) 26-27

AMS Schools•Little Rock, AR

2d•$53,314 - $59,444

About The Position

Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities. AMS Arkansas represents our first expansion beyond Arizona, and we are excited to serve students and families in the Little Rock community. We believe in high expectations, rigorous instruction, and strong relationships to develop students into confident, capable learners. AMS is seeking a passionate, data-driven Middle School Language Arts Teacher to deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and strengthen students’ reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Language Arts, or related field OR
Valid state teaching certification in a relevant subject area OR
Minimum of three (3) years of K–12 teaching experience
Additionally, candidates must:
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
Show commitment to serving Title I and diverse student populations
Demonstrate a data-driven instructional mindset
Exhibit professionalism, collaboration, and initiative
Arkansas State Background Check
Child Maltreatment Central Registry Check
Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) required background clearance and fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education or related field
Prior middle school teaching experience
Arkansas state teaching certification

Responsibilities

Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned ELA instruction aligned to AMS curriculum frameworks
Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners, including students performing above and below grade level
Build strong literacy skills, including reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and analysis
Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instruction and interventions
Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations classroom environment
Implement PBIS and preventative intervention strategies
Support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development
Participate in weekly professional development and professional learning communities
Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders
Engage in data analysis cycles to improve student outcomes
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress
Lead conferences and maintain strong home-school partnerships