ARISE Schools is a New Orleans based network of high performing schools which includes ARISE Academy, founded in 2008 located in the Upper Ninth Ward, and Mildred Osborne Charter School, founded in 2013 located in the Kenilworth area. ARISE Schools currently serve over 1,000 students in Kindergarten to 8th grade. ARISE Schools is seeking passionate and innovative teachers, associate teachers, and support staff to join our team as we work to fulfill our mission of closing the achievement gap for our scholars.

Students, Families, and Staff:

• Works hard every day to deliver on the promise of an outstanding education for all students

• Cares about others and treats others with respect

• Communicates proactively with team members

• Puts in effort outside of the classroom to build relationships with students and families

• Regularly communicates with parents through phone calls, emails and notes

• Participates in school committees throughout the academic year

Instructional Delivery:

• Deeply understands the grade level standards for the grade/subject

• Differentiates instruction based on student needs

• Modifies long term plans and unit plans as needed

• Submits weekly lesson plans for feedback and revises once feedback is given

• Designs rigorous daily, weekly and unit assessments

• Has a clear system for tracking student data

• Reteaches content based on data trends as necessary

• Sets and monitors progress on academic goals with students and families

• Approaches instruction with a sense of urgency: Every minute counts!

• Organizes and leads field trips

Constant Learning:

• Views feedback as a welcome opportunity to improve and practice

• Constantly reflects on successes and areas for growth

• Actively participates in ongoing professional development throughout the school year

• Actively participates in weekly observations and coaching sessions

Personal Organization and Responsibilities:

• Assumes responsibility for student achievement

• Maintains accurate records of attendance, homework, and grades using computerized data systems

• Meets professional responsibilities through efficient work habits

• Participates in the daily functions of the school including morning duty, lunch, recess and dismissal

Qualified applicants will have experience: 

• teaching a whole class

• working with primary and elementary aged scholars

• working with challenging behaviors 

This position requires someone who is flexible, a team player, and easily adapts to new/challenging situations.

Competitive salary based on experience.