Middle School Math Teacher

2026‑27 Middle School Math Teacher –
IOTA Community Schools

IOTA Community Schools is a growing network of high‑performing public charter schools serving grades 6–12 in Memphis. In 2026‑27 we’re expanding to Little Rock, Arkansas, launching a K‑8 program.

We believe every child, regardless of background, has limitless potential. Our culture and partner community help students excel in college, leadership, and life.

• Attend professional meetings, conferences, and training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. Support staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Effectively instruct students in assigned content areas following IOTA’s academic standards through direct instruction, using audio‑visual aids and additional materials to enhance engagement.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to plan and align curricula so instruction follows state and school guidelines.
• Set clear short‑term and long‑term instructional goals.
• Develop and submit weekly, long‑range lesson plans containing standards, objectives, essential questions, assessments, and activities; assign lessons and review homework.
• Use data to evaluate student progress, report results, and inform parents of progress.
• Create and implement intervention plans when necessary.
• Maintain student‑management policies (attendance, dress code, etc.) and report to administrators as needed.
• Provide effective supervision and discipline in the classroom.
• Work with teachers and administrators to address and resolve student needs.
• Provide accommodations and modifications for all students’ growth and success.
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings.
• Lead and participate in student activities: sponsor clubs, coach sports, engage parents and community, provide supervision, and chaperone events.
• Abide by all state and federal mandates for reporting abuse and neglect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Arkansas Teacher’s license for Middle School Education 4–8 or Mathematics 7–12.
• Belief in the IOTA mission.
• Ability to meet deadlines for lesson plans, grades, and other requirements.
• Humility, sense of humor, and rock‑solid commitment to IOTA’s mission.
• Willingness to construct hands‑on educational materials for identified curriculum skills.

Your duties will involve regular sitting, standing, walking, stair use, operating foot/hand controls, telephone use, and writing. You may occasionally lift or move 20 pounds or more. The position requires accurate perception of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, handling, and delivering oral information. Attendance throughout the contracted days is required, with only infrequent unexcused absences. Additional technical skills may be recommended by your supervisor and approved by the People Team.

This employer strives for a balanced, productive workforce that is diverse in age, gender, and cultural identity. Hiring or promotion is based on performance and professional growth potential; we do not sponsor H1‑B visa applicants. The position is expected to be 195 days, plus a benefits package. Starting salaries for fully licensed teachers begin at $50,000, with placement determined by experience and guidelines.

FLSA: EXEMPT.

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