6th Grade ELA/SS Teacher

STAR Academy

Teachers are the heartbeat of the educational journey, as you play a memorable role in establishing the pace of learning in the lives of children. Our teachers hold an unassailable command on effective, high-quality pedagogy and the most innovative teaching practices. Our teachers are the masters of their subjects, the yet lifelong learners themselves who are always ready to take their mastery to the next level. Our teachers are constantly reading and empowering themselves by exploring the newest, most creative instructional resources. Our teachers believe in joy, trust our students, value our parents, and embrace taking risks. As our name denotes, a Star teacher shines in all circumstances!

The Role

Instructional Responsibilities

• Embody the mission and vision of STAR Academy and uphold a culture of high expectations.
• Teachers will plan, organize, and implement rigorous lessons/activities that will facilitate active learning experiences.
• Provide whole class, individualized and differentiated instruction support to ensure students master all standards and performance goals.
• Follow the school-wide procedures in implementing classroom routines, policies, rituals, programs, and systems that support academic achievement and social-emotional development.
• Result-driven educational leader with experience in, and commitment to, standards-based curriculum and the use of data and assessments to drive instructional decisions.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Provide appropriate feedback to students, parents, and school administration on the student’s academic progress.
• Understand and use best practices as it relates to student data, instructional planning, and building positive relationships with the classroom.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
• Participate in professional development sessions, school and parent meetings as well as supporting STAR Academy in any and all endeavors.
• Stay updated with developments in content areas, teaching strategies, resources and methods relevant to changes in education.
• Establish and communicate clear objective for all learning activities.
• Communicate regularly to students and parents of their academic and social behavior.

Culture Competency

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education.
• STAR offers a competitive salary, benefits, and professional development and welcomes candidates who add to the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of the school community.
• Full-time