Master Teacher

The Opportunity: As a Master Teacher at Phalen Leadership Academies, you are responsible for ensuring that all scholars master both the academic and social skills necessary to succeed. You will set ambitious goals for student achievement and hold our scholars accountable for accomplishing those goals. As a Master teacher, you will mentor new teachers, lead professional learning communities (PLCs), contribute to curriculum planning, and facilitate workshops.The DetailsKey Deliverables: 100% of scholars meet their projected growth goals for both ELA and Math85% scholar satisfaction on classroom surveys90% of scholars persist through the academic year95% average daily scholar attendance1.5 years growth for each scholar not performing on grade levelActive participation in school committees, task forces, or leadership teamsAbility to build strong relationships with families and contribute to community outreachDemonstrated efforts to close achievement gaps and promote equity in the classroomExperience and Education RequirementsA passion for working with students and families in under-served communitiesBachelors degree in Elementary EducationMasters or Doctorate in Education, Curriculum, and Instruction, or a related specialty; preferred5-10 years of successful classroom teaching experience, with a focus on Elementary EducationA current and active teaching license in elementary educationHigh proficiency of grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculumEffective pedagogical skills driven by standards and data-driven assessmentExperience tracking and using data to drive instructionExperience working effectively with diverse student populationsThe Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the countrys best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (PLA University) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students.

This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities.The Campus: Greater Heights Academy, managed by PLA, is located in Flint, MI. The campus was founded in 2012; previously an old K-Mart store. The Academy is a parental school of choice serving scholars in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade. The mission statement of Greater Heights Academy is to achieve individual academic success for all scholars through a positive family, school, and community partnership.

Greater Heights Academy provides the highest quality comprehensive educational environment that inspires excellence in academics and character by educating the whole child, setting high expectations, partnering with parents and the community, and fully maximizing available resources. Greater Heights Academy is committed to scholar excellence!Compensation and Benefits: PLA Master Teachers receive a base salary that is competitively aligned with the market. In addition to a base salary, PLA School Teachers receive: Competitive CompensationBenefits Healthcare, vision, and dental insuranceProfessional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and being a part of professional communities within the schoolIncentive and bonus opportunitiesPLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.