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ESL Teacher 

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What are we looking for in a Phoenix Teacher?

At Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering, we look for innovative, problem-solving, self-motivated, and passionate teachers who want to close the achievement gap by preparing each of our students for success in college and life. We seek teachers who want to be part of a dynamic, hard-working team at the best charter school in Memphis.
 

Job Description:

  • Work with the Middle and High School Director to design and implement outstanding curriculum and instructional strategies to ensure all students achieve at high levels

  • Create effective curriculum maps

  • Create and implement Learning Plans

  • Administer the WIDA exam

  • Create, review and refine assessments, including Exit Tickets, Do Nows', interim and final assessments.

  • Create outstanding lesson plans

  • Ensure that all lesson plans and assessments correlate directly to Tennessee state standards

  • Produce dramatic and consistent student achievement gains

  • Continuously create and refine effective instructional practices

  • Willingness to receive constant feedback and apply feedback immediately

  • Administer tests to evaluate pupil progress, assess student work productivity and record results.

  • Keep attendance records and maintain student files and transcripts.

  • Assist with State-mandated student testing.

  • Assist with monitoring and implementing Special Education requirements and IEP's.
     

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $44,000.00 - $62,670.00 per year

Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications
 

Application questions

  • What is the highest level of education you have completed?

  • Do you have the following license or certification: ESL endorsement?

  • Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

  • When are you available for an interview or phone screen? Please list 2-3 dates and times or ranges of times.
     

 

Geometry Teacher 

 

We are looking for a committed Teacher to complement our qualified workforce of educators. You will be responsible for preparing and implementing a full educational teaching plan according to the school’s requirements. It will be fundamental to provide knowledge and instruction to students while also helping them develop their personalities and skills. The ideal candidate will be passionate for the job with an ability to reach out to students and create a relationship of mutual trust. They will know how to organize a class and make learning an easy and meaningful process. The goal is to help cultivate the students’ interest in education and be their dedicated ally in the entire process of learning and development.
 

Responsibilities

  • Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning

  • Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning

  • Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.)

  • Assess and record students’ progress and provide grades and feedback

  • Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom

  • Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings

  • Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events

  • Observe and understand students’ behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse etc.

  • Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences etc.
     

Skills

  • Proven experience as a teacher

  • Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures

  • Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills

  • Well-organized and committed

  • Creative and energetic

  • Strong moral values and discipline

  • Knowledge of CPR

  • Degree in teaching or in a specialized subject with a certificate in education;
     

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,000.00 - $62,670.00 per year
 

Application questions

  • How many years of teaching experience do you have?

  • What is the highest level of education you have completed?

  • Do you have the following license or certification: Teaching Certificate?

  • Are you authorized to work in the following country: United States?

  • Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

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