SYKindergarten Teacher; pooled post

IOTA Community Schools - Memphis, Tennessee, Open in Google Maps

Job : 5951813

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

IOTA Community Schools is a growing network of high-performing public charter schools currently serving grades 6-12 in Memphis, Tennessee, with a track record of transforming “fresh start” and “zoned-enrollment” turnaround schools into thriving learning communities.

At IOTA, we believe every child, regardless of background, zip code, or life circumstance, possesses limitless potential. We are looking for teachers who believe that too, and who want to be part of proving it every day.

This is a pooled posting. We are always looking for great educators, and your application will be considered for future Kindergarten openings at our Little Rock campus.

Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.

Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.

The approximate school day for staff runs from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Effectively instruct students in assigned content area(s) as prescribed by IOTA's academic content standards through direct instruction, demonstrating, and using audio-visual aids and other materials to supplement presentations with the overall goal of engaging student learning.

Work as part of an interdisciplinary team and within content areas planning and aligning curricula to ensure that instruction follows curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school.

Set clear short-term and long-term goals to drive instruction.

Develop and submit weekly and long range lesson plans containing standards, objectives, essential questions, assessments and lesson plans; assign lessons and review homework.

Consistently use data to evaluate pupil progress, record results, and issue meaningful reports to inform parents of progress.

Create and implement student intervention plans when necessary for students.

Maintain the school's student management policies and procedures (i.e. attendance records, dress code, etc.) and report to the school administrators when necessary.

Maintain effective supervision and discipline in the classroom.

Work with other teachers and administrators to address and resolve student needs.

Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students.

Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.

Lead and participate in student activities such as: sponsoring student activities or student organizations, coaching a sports team, working with parents and the community as part of a committee or group, provide morning or after school supervision, and chaperoning student activities.

Abide by all state and federal mandates in reporting sexual or physical abuse and neglect.

Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree required

Should have or be eligible for an Arkansas Teacher’s license for Elementary Education K-6 or ECE P-4.

If not yet certified, must have experience working with elementary aged children and a solid tutoring or literacy foundation

Belief in the IOTA mission

Ability to meet deadlines related to lesson plan submission, grades, and other requirements

Humility, sense of humor, and rock-solid commitment to IOTA’s mission and the communities we serve

The ability and willingness to construct hands‑on education materials to be utilized in the teaching of identified curriculum skills and concepts.

While performing…