2nd Grade Teacher (AMS-Little Rock) 2026-2027

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

2nd Grade Teacher

Location: 6423 Stagecoach Road, Little Rock, AR 72204
Compensation: $53,314 - $56,016 annually (DOE)
Work Environment: In-person role

The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of top-rated public charter schools committed to academic excellence, equity, and college-preparatory rigor. AMS Arkansas is our network's first out-of-state expansion, and we are excited to serve students and families in the Little Rock community.

We believe in the power of high expectations and a rigorous curriculum to develop today's students into tomorrow's global visionaries. At AMS, we seek mission-driven educators who are passionate about making an impact for underserved students and committed to helping every child succeed.

At AMS Little Rock, K-5 teachers are self-contained and teach all core subjects, while students rotate to elective classes.

The 2nd Grade Teacher is responsible for delivering rigorous, differentiated instruction across core subject areas while fostering a joyful, structured, and academically focused classroom environment. This role requires a collaborative educator who can support both academic growth and social-emotional development for elementary students.

The ideal candidate is data-driven, culturally responsive, and committed to maintaining high expectations for all learners.

• Use AMS curriculum and standards to plan, internalize, and deliver rigorous, differentiated instruction.
• Provide instruction across core subject areas in a self-contained classroom setting.
• Use specific and measurable data to monitor student performance and adjust instruction for visible results.
• Administer formative and summative assessments aligned to the school's assessment calendar.
• Participate in data analysis protocols with leadership and peers to drive continuous improvement in student outcomes.

• Uphold high expectations for student conduct and use PBIS and intervention strategies to support social-emotional development.
• Create an organized, clean, and joyful classroom print environment aligned to campus-wide systems and expectations.
• Support students' academic and behavioral growth through structured classroom routines and strong relationship-building.

• Attend weekly professional development and participate in grade-level team and professional learning community meetings.
• Communicate regularly with families through newsletters, calls, emails, and parent-student-teacher conferences.
• Collaborate with administrators and staff to meet students' academic and behavioral needs.
• Maintain accurate weekly grade records that reflect mastery of standards and communicate student progress effectively.

• Perform other role-related duties as assigned in support of school and student success.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated content knowledge in education and/or elementary instruction through degree, certification, or teaching experience
• Ability to pass required background checks

• Master's Degree or higher in Education preferred
• At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience preferred
• Arkansas State Teaching Certification preferred

• Strong instructional planning and classroom management skills
• Data-driven decision-making and progress monitoring
• Commitment to equity, rigor, and high expectations for all students
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to thrive in a mission-driven, high-performing school environment

• Ability to work in an active elementary school environment with frequent student interaction
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the school day
• Ability to perform duties associated with classroom instruction and student supervision

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!