Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools · 2 months ago
2025-26 High School ELA/Journalism Teacher
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$50K/yr - $76K/yr
2+ years expFreedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools is a network of PreK-12 free public charter schools serving students in Memphis, TN, and Birmingham, AL. They are seeking a high school teacher specializing in ELA to help students develop mastery of concepts through assessments and to ensure cross-curricular alignment of curriculum.
Charter SchoolsEducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Embodies and models the network’s core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, community, and excellence for our students, families, and colleagues
Upholds the school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through continuous reflection, flexibility, and growth
Fosters students’ positive view of self and supports children’s learning through social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development
Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Creates and maintains positive classroom culture and community
Reinforces school-wide rules and expectations in the classroom, including lesson planning, curriculum development, assignment creation, and other curricular materials
Uses detailed data analysis of student performance to inform best practices
Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, administrative and district regulations
Works an extended school day to allow for collaboration, professional development, and ample communication with parents and other staff members
Works closely with the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, and Dean of Students to develop and implement strategies for all students to reach success
Completes other tasks as assigned by the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, or other School Based Administrative employees
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
Valid Tennessee teaching license and endorsement(s) in the hired content area -OR- Valid teaching license from a state that offers reciprocity with TN -OR- Enrollment in a certification program with eligibility for a recommendation of licensure by the program or district
Eligibility for Tennessee teaching license required
Two to four years of urban teaching and educational leadership experience is preferred
Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with low skill levels in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred
Master's Degree strongly preferred
Benefits
Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage
Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY)
Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning
Support in obtaining licensure
Company
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools is a school that offers educational services.
201-500 employees
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Roblin Webb
Founder/CEO
Anika Baltimore
Chief Financial Officer
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