What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary / Middle School Teacher position at Ambition Preparatory Charter School?
Elementary and Middle School Teacher (SY 2025-2026 SY)
Reports to : School Principal
Hours : Full-time
Certification : Required
Background of the Organization
Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work. We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS.
Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Planning and Preparation
- Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
- Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students.
- Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
- Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with best practices and the needs of the students.
- Strive to implement the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
- Assess student learning through observations, authentic performance, and formal methods, providing frequent feedback.
- Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify the learning strengths and needs of every student regularly.
- Planned and supervised purposeful assignments for teacher aides, teaching fellows, and co-teachers, coaching and supporting their growth.
Student Growth and Development
Classroom Management and Student Support
Communication
Professional Growth and Development
Requirements
To be a part of the Ambition Prep team, it is required that all candidates possess an unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep's mission, students, families and community through the implementation of policies and procedures. You must share the belief that every student can learn at an advanced level regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status. It is required that you have the ability to efficiently adapt in an ambiguous, fast-paced, start-up environment. Candidates must be team oriented and can display a professional level of a growth mindset, maturity, flexibility, promptness, commitment, and organization. Each candidate must also be receptive to constructive feedback with the ability to remodel positive behavior precisely and effectively keeping the common goal of every student in mind.
Qualifications
Compensation
Ambition Preparatory Charter School offers competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Ambition Preparatory Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy or veteran status.
Disclaimer : This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Ambition Prep reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.
