5th Grade Teacher

Job Title: 5th Grade Teacher at Milwaukee Scholars Charter School

Location:
Milwaukee, WI, US

Type:
Full-Time

Job description

This '23-'24 School year role is eligible for a recruitment bonus of up to 8,000 SCHOOL INFORMATION:
Located in Milwaukee, WI, Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is the highest performing public school in the Havenswood neighborhood. Opening our doors in 2011 and serving students K4-8, we create endless opportunities for our students to become their best. We inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help students apply critical-thinking skills to solve real-world problems.

We build kids of character through our moral focus program. As a result, students are prepared to tackle 21st century challenges and excel in high school, college, and beyond.

HIGHLIGHTS: You can make a difference by directly impacting the life of a student. You will receive regular coaching and development opportunities to grow your skills and career. You will have access to resources, including support from our curriculum and instruction team, credentialing team, and the school leadership team. Benefit eligibility dependent on full or part-time status: medical, dental, vison, company-matched retirement plan and tuition reimbursement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Participate collaboratively and professionally with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and individual needs of each student. Create, manage, and participate in a variety of professional development and orientation activities. Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
:
Must hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements in the state you are applying.

What are the 3-4 non-negotiable requirements of this position?

LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

- Elementary education, that includes grades 1-6 (there are several combinations of WI licenses that might be acceptable (PK-3, K-6, PK-8, K-8, 116, 118) - Regular Education at the Early Childhood or Early Childhood to Middle Childhood or Middle School to Early adolescence level

What are the nice-to-have skills?

Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds. o Ability to sit for extended periods. o Ability to work in a high-traffic, indoor environment. o Must be able to work flexible hours as needed.