The Mission of Homer Plessy Community School is to develop students who think critically and act responsibly as citizens. We do this by utilizing an arts-integrated, project-based curriculum to provide a stimulating environment that insists on academic excellence in a developmentally appropriate setting. We envision a joyful environment with creative, compassionate, and purposeful students.

Homer Plessy Community School is seeking a highly-qualified, progressive, creative, and dynamic Middle School Science Teacher for the 2018-19 school year. Ideal candidates have a commitment to progressive education, arts-integration, project-based learning, emergent and responsive curriculum, teacher leadership, and strong respectful relationships with students and adults.

Primary responsibilities include:

 Implementing and fostering a joyful classroom environment and encouraging all learners in a child-centered approach.

 Creating and implementing authentic Arts-Integrated instruction and Project-Based Learning practices in an academically rigorous setting.

 Teaching the whole child, including social/emotional learning, with a focus on logical and restorative approaches to problem solving.

 Providing thoughtful differentiated instruction to each student.

 Building and maintaining strong relationships with parents and families through open, consistent, and positive communication.

 Creating and/or maintaining appropriate records and assessments.

 Developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies in collaboration with student support staff.

 Maintaining professional competence through participation in professional development opportunities.

 Consistently collaborating with team members.

 Participating in school-sponsored community events.

 Leading classroom assistants, student teachers, and/or volunteers in addressing the needs of students.

Homer Plessy Community School MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER

Required Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Education or related field.

 Experience in a classroom setting.

 Certification in area of instruction.

 Commitment to progressive education practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

 Experience as a lead teacher.

 Background in the Arts.

 Diverse life and work experiences.

 Demonstrated success working in urban settings.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Plessy offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental, life insurance, and a 403b plan. Plessy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. More information about Homer Plessy Community school can be found on the school website at www.plessyschool.org .

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• New Orleans, LA 70116: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person