What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Teacher position at Pharos Academy?
Positions Available for the 2026-2027 SY
Mathematics (various content)
Science (various content)
English
Teacher Vision
Pharos Academy Charter School is looking for a teacher who is an “uber” kid person. The ideal candidate absolutely loves to teach, train, and push students both academically as well as behaviorally. There is an understanding that messing up and failure is a natural and welcomed part of the learning process. In this teacher’s classroom, all students are treated with dignity at all times and students are taught non-academic skills like hard work, collaboration, kindness, and receiving feedback.
What We Are Looking For
- Commitment to daily and long-term instructional planning and preparation to ensure students get the most out of each class.
- Commitment and drive to constantly learn and improve practice through implementing feedback from instructional leadership, peers, parents, and students to better serve and meet the needs of all students.
- Commitment to using data to improve short term and long-term student achievement goals.
- Full accountability for student academic outcomes and classroom culture and a steadfast belief that all students can achieve.
- Commitment to being a team player (crew member) and belief in Pharos Academy’s core beliefs and educational viewpoint.
What We Offer You
- Competitive salary starting at $80,000.
- 401k plan with employer matching of 5%.
- Comprehensive & Affordable benefits packages - Medical/Dental/Vision.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to further support employees.
- $100/mo Grub Hub meal credit.
- Classrooms fully stocked with 1:1 technology
How We Support Growth & Development
- Weekly one-on-one instructional coaching.
- Weekly school-wide or departmentalized professional development.
- Summer Professional Development Institute.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and/or content related field of study (ie: English, Mathematics, History, etc).
- Strong conceptual understanding of content and how topics connect to the world today.
- Experience working with school-aged children in an academic or youth development setting.
- Experienced teachers must show a proven track record of achievement in the classroom.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000