Middle School Math Teacher; SY

Middle School Math Teacher (25-26 SY) - IMMEDIATE VACANCY

Position to be filled immediately at Jefferson RISE Charter School
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Jefferson RISE Charter School, founded by seven community members in 2014, serves just under 800 students in grades 6‑12 for the 2025‑2026 school year. Located in Harvey, Louisiana, the school serves a diverse student body from the Westbank of Jefferson Parish: 59% Black/African American, 24% White, 15% Hispanic, and 2% Asian students, with 87% qualifying as economically disadvantaged.

• State recognized as Top Gains Badge Recipient (23‑24 SY)
• Graduation Rate A (22‑23 SY, 23‑24 SY)
• Strength of Diploma A (23‑24 SY)
• Progress Rating A (23‑24 SY)
• #6 for SPS Growth in Louisiana (22‑23 SY)
• Achieved a School Performance Score (SPS) increase of over 17 points, resulting in a “B” rating for high school and a “C” rating for middle school (22‑23 SY)

We are seeking an experienced, results‑driven teacher who believes every student can learn and is committed to delivering high‑quality instruction daily. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of Tier 1 curriculum implementation and leverages student data and work analysis to inform instruction, adjust practice, and drive academic achievement.

• Deliver rigorous, standards‑aligned Tier 1 instruction.
• Implement the school’s adopted curriculum with fidelity, ensuring lessons are rigorous, engaging, and accessible to all learners.
• Adapt instruction based on student needs while maintaining high expectations.
• Use checks for understanding and questioning strategies that promote student thinking and discourse.
• Regularly collect, analyze, and respond to student data, including formative assessments and student work; identify trends and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Participate in data meetings and implement action steps aligned to school‑wide academic goals.
• Foster a student‑owned, thinking‑centered classroom where student thinking is visible through discussions, written work, and student‑led activities.
• Empower students to take ownership of their learning through goal‑setting, reflection, and academic habits.
• Promote metacognitive skills and encourage intellectual risk‑taking.
• Build a safe, predictable, and empowering classroom culture rooted in Emergent Tree’s principles: safety, respect, and responsibility.
• Proactively address behavior by teaching and reinforcing expectations through clear routines and instructional strategies.
• Maintain strong classroom management with consistency, relationship‑building, and a focus on student skill development.
• Model and cultivate a culture where students feel known, valued, and empowered to meet high expectations.
• Actively participate in professional development, instructional coaching, and collaborative planning.
• Seek and implement feedback to improve instructional practice.
• Contribute to a positive, mission‑aligned school culture.

• Analyze student achievement data alongside team members to inform instructional planning and support.
• Maintain a consistent and meaningful data tracking system that guides instructional decisions.
• Keep an accurate, up‑to‑date gradebook reflecting students’ academic progress and understanding.
• Complete all administrative tasks and documentation in a timely and organized manner.

• Model and teach the mission, vision, and values of Jefferson RISE in daily interactions and classroom practices.
• Design and implement routines and supports that teach positive behaviors aligned with being safe, respectful, and responsible.
• Reinforce student leadership and character by addressing behavior through skill‑building and clear expectations.
• Build a strong classroom community by partnering with families to support students’ academic success and personal growth.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Degree in content area preferred.
• Content area certification preferred.

• Technological proficiency in Google Drive (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides).
• Excellent communication skills.
• High level of personal organization and planning.
• Proven track record of student achievement…