Start Date: Immediate
School: Columbia Heights Primary Academy
Reports to: Principal
Overview Prodeo Academy, a network of public charter schools serving the Twin Cities, is a meaningful education solution closing the opportunity gap through data-driven instruction in a culture based on a foundation of five core values: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Engagement. Shared expectations around these values enhance the opportunity for our scholars to reach their full potential. We are looking for team members committed to helping our students access greater opportunities, achieve future success, and contribute to the vitality of our community.
VISION FOR POSITION Classroom Teachers are committed members of a grade-level team that is closing the opportunity gap for not only the students in their classroom and grade but also the school. A Prodeo Academy Classroom Teacher is intensely focused on each student's growth. To do this, the Classroom Teacher provides a loving, structured classroom with high expectations for behavior and learning. The Classroom Teacher will report to the Principal and work in partnership with all members of the school team and the Grade Team Leader. This opportunity is ideal for someone energized by challenging work, hungry for feedback, and able to work collaboratively across lines of difference, emphasizing cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction Provides targeted instruction to studentsAdopts and articulates the most effective instructional practicesWorks hard to be an expert in the curriculum Classroom Management Radiates warmth; is a positive presence when standing in front of studentsSpeaks with leadership and confidenceCreates a safe, predictable environment for students; has high expectations for studentsValues schoolwide consistency and implementation of the most effective practices, follows school's Common Picture routines, procedures, and expectations Data Analysis Sets and achieves ambitious goals with studentsManages and shares data regularlyIdentifies strengths and growth areas in classroom/ grade level/schoolwide data and gets "granular" – will pinpoint trends in small group and individual students' dataDevelops Data-Driven plans every six weeks for small groups and individuals Professional Development Attends all professional development offered by the school, including a 2-week training in AugustAttends coaching meetings, is receptive to frequent observations, and implements feedbackIs organized and well-prepared for all sessionsFollows through on next steps from professional developmentWorks hard to achieve professional goals Grade Team Participation Attends, participates, and presents during weekly meetingsApproaches teamwork with humility and offers help even when it hasn't been asked forShares resources, plans, and ideas openly Communication Recognizes when a student's situation is urgent and prioritizes accordinglyChecks and responds to email and phone messages within 24 business hoursSpeaks kindly of others at all timesStays solutions-orientated when faced with complex challenges SKILLS Outstanding attention to detail and willingness to get the job doneExcellent organizational, planning, and implementation skillsAbility to communicate and interact effectively with multiple stakeholdersAble to multitask and work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education required: BA/BS degreeCertification/Licensure Required: Licensure in the area of teaching assignmentRecord of exemplary results with studentsKnowledge and application of assessment tools and data management COMPENSATION Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, educational background, and academic outcomes. Prodeo's total rewards program offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career including:
Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)Retirement planning through Teacher's Retirement Association (TRA)/Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) and optional 403B plansGenerous Paid time off, federal holidays, and academic breaks throughout the school yearStaff Daycare (Columbia Heights Campus only)Leadership Development Opportunities including Grade Team Leadership, Instructional Coach, Data Team Leadership, and Extracurricular Coaching Prodeo Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.