Position: Middle School ELA Teacher

Role Description: 

As an ELA Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective literacy instruction to students in grades 5-8. You will create a positive and supportive learning environment that fosters a love for reading and helps students develop strong critical thinking and comprehension skills using the standards-based Reading Reconsidered literary curriculum. 

About Èlan Academy: 

Founded in 2017, Élan Academy Charter School is an academically challenging, disciplined, and joyful elementary school located in New Orleans, LA. Through a classical curriculum, high-quality instruction, and leadership development, Élan Academy Charter School ensures that all students have the foundation necessary to thrive in secondary school, succeed in college, and access lives of opportunity.

An Élan Academy Teammate…

• Does whatever it takes. We are Élan Academy teachers, not just individual classroom teachers. We recognize that we are all responsible for building, preserving, and maintaining our school culture. 

• Embodies our core values. We want to build a culture of open, honest, and productive dialogue with one another. We are expected to share our ideas, thoughts, and concerns. We value the power of shared leadership.

• Believes results come from hard work. Our preparation creates the opportunity for success. We understand that Élan Academy’s success is the result of persistent effort, resilience, and a shared dedication to continuous improvement.

• Sweats the small stuff. Every detail matters and helps us build strong daily habits that contribute to success.

• Embodies no-nonsense nurturing. We build meaningful relationships with our students and hold them accountable to meet high expectations.

• Teaches ALL students until they learn. We are committed to providing an equitable learning environment. We ensure that all students have access to high-quality instructional resources and support in order to meet their most rigorous learning outcomes.

• Understand that we are members of one school with one mission, working together at all times.We share our passion for teaching and learning with our colleagues, our students, and our families to achieve the mission.

Responsibilities: 

• Embody & Élan Academy’s mission, vision, and values;

• Participate in an annual summer staff orientation and training;

• Plan and deliver comprehensive literacy lessons aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives

• Incorporate various teaching strategies, including hands-on activities, technology integration, and differentiated instruction, to cater to diverse learning styles

• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.

• Implement classroom management techniques that promote positive behavior and encourage student participation.

• Monitor student progress through regular assessments and provide constructive feedback to support academic growth.

• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and support staff to ensure student success.

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress.

• Actively participate in professional development opportunities to enhance subject knowledge and teaching methodologies.

• Create and maintain an organized and stimulating classroom environment conducive to learning.

• Participate in weekly coaching meetings. 

• Work collaboratively with Scholar Support Teammates to ensure all student accommodations and modifications are implemented with fidelity. 

• Actively track, celebrate, and respond to student data. 

Qualifications: 

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field 

• Valid teaching certification in the appropriate subject area and grade level preferred

• Excellent knowledge of the science of reading concepts and effective teaching practices

Mindset Requirements: 

• Believe that there is not a more urgent task than providing an outstanding academic and character education to ALL scholars regardless of race, socioeconomic status, gender, 

• Believe that the children of New Orleans have been historically underserved, and they deserve an excellent education.

• Believe the opportunity gap can be eliminated and that this can be accomplished not through heroics but through focused instruction. 

• Believe children can thrive academically, creatively, and emotionally in a highly organized learning environment.

• Believe fostering great relationships with families and stakeholders can lead to transformational learning opportunities. 

• Believe high-quality schools focus on scholar learning and intentionally use data to influence outcomes. 

• Believe that all members of the Élan Academy Community are capable of growth. We invest in consistent, measurable, and meaningful learning opportunities that promote academic and personal advancement for all scholars and adults. 

• Believe that the standardized exams our students take (NWEA, iLEAP, STEP, and our Interim Assessments) provide valuable data that must inform our instruction.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for extended periods.

• Ability to assist students with physical tasks as needed.

Compensation: 

Élan Academy offers a generous compensation package, including a 401 (K) contribution match, health, dental, and vision insurance, and more! Élan Academy also ensures that ALL staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed, including a dedicated work space, laptop computer, email, high-speed internet access, and all necessary supplies.