English Teacher

Smith Academy is committed to preparing scholars of character for leadership and service. We currently serve young men in grades K-12 and young ladies in grades K-6 (and growing). Smith Academy is a place that provides strong support for staff members as we all strive to support our students to reach their full potential. In addition to great support, we offer a work environment with a family feel.

Teachers are provided with tools and training necessary to be great and are relieved of unnecessary, time‑consuming requirements so they can be focused and intentional about helping students.

• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs and goals of students; establish clear objectives for all lessons and units; ensure that lessons are aligned with state curriculum standards.
• Develop lesson plans and work cooperatively to learn from feedback and improve quality of instruction.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures; enforce the academy's student discipline code.
• Collaborate with special education staff to implement accommodations and modifications as indicated in student IEP's.
• Maintain professional competence.
• Develop/run a club.
• May participate in extracurricular activities such as coaching, tutoring, enrichment activities, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree or Dual Credit certification preferred)
• State teacher certification or in process
• Capability in professionalism, instruction and classroom management