Teacher

Overview

Inspired Minds Academy is seeking an Independent Education Contractor to provide educational and enrichment services to students. The contractor will independently plan, prepare, and deliver age-appropriate instruction and activities while meeting agreed-upon program objectives. This position is ideal for an experienced educator who enjoys working with children and creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational and enrichment services to assigned students or programs.
• Independently determine appropriate teaching methods, activities, and instructional approaches.
• Plan and prepare lessons and learning activities based on the agreed-upon program objectives.
• Provide instruction that is developmentally appropriate for the students served.
• Coordinate service times and scheduling with Inspired Minds Academy.
• Provide appropriate instructional materials, supplies, and resources as needed for the services provided.
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and professional learning environment.
• Communicate appropriately with the academy regarding student participation, scheduling, and program-related needs.
• Adjust activities and instruction as appropriate to support individual student needs and learning styles.
• Maintain professional standards when interacting with students, families, and academy representatives.

Contractor Relationship

• Services are provided on an independent contract basis and not as an employee of Inspired Minds Academy.
• The contractor independently controls the manner, means, methods, and instructional approach used to provide the contracted services.
• The contractor may provide educational or related services to other clients, schools, businesses, or organizations.
• The contractor is responsible for applicable federal, state, and local taxes, insurance, licensing, supplies, materials, and other business expenses associated with providing services.
• Compensation will be based on the agreed-upon services, sessions, programs, or projects.
• The contractor is responsible for maintaining any credentials, certifications, or professional requirements applicable to the services they provide.
• No employee benefits, paid time off, or guaranteed ongoing employment are provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary-age children or young learners.
• Experience providing educational, enrichment, tutoring, or instructional services.
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to independently plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Montessori experience and training is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse learning needs is a plus.
• Reliable, professional, organized, and comfortable working independently.
• Ability to provide a positive and engaging learning environment for children.
• Excellent communication skills for effective parent communication, team collaboration, and mentoring colleagues.
• Familiarity with educational compliance regulations, instructional technology integration, applied behavior analysis (ABA), speech therapy techniques, and behavioral health principles.
• Relevant teaching certification or licensure in early childhood education or special education preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required.

About Inspired Minds Academy

Inspired Minds Academy is a small learning community focused on creating meaningful, hands-on educational experiences for children. We value curiosity, independence, creativity, confidence, and a genuine love of learning.

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $28