Sojourner Truth Academy Hiring for Virtual 6th-8th Grade Science Teacher Job at Remote Full Time

Challenging work; brilliant scholars; and the chance to make a difference!

Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking a committed, passionate, educator who holds a belief in the ability of our scholars, to join our team of licensed teachers and highly qualified paraprofessionals for the 2022-2023 school year. We are seeking a licensed 6-8 Grade Science Teacher to teach virtually for the 2022-2023 school year.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of STA’s Academic Team, the Virtual Middle School Science Teacher is responsible for setting standards and laying a foundation of academic and social success for scholars by providing high quality, relevant educational instruction in a positive learning environment. The Virtual Science Teacher will work closely with the support staff assigned to the classroom to serve in person with the scholars.

Sojourner Truth Academy is a PK-8 open-enrollment public charter school in Minneapolis, MN. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family-like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth
Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999.

COMPENSATION

• $38,000-$48,000+ Experience-based, Teachers
• $15 per hour+ Experience-based, Paraprofessionals
• Potential Annual Performance-Based Salary Increase
• Teacher & Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Institution
• Staff tuition reimbursement program for pursuing a teaching license or furthering teacher education
• Competitive Family Benefits Plan:
• Single Medical Coverage Paid at 100%
• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Retirement benefits
• Health and fitness benefits

STA WORK CULTURE & ENVIRONMENT

• Team-based work culture with embedded weekly professional learning community meetings.
• An open-door, family-like environment where the staff is valued and celebrated.
• Cultural competency is prized, nurtured, and developed.
• Multi-Tiered System of Support provides targeted academic and behavior supports for every scholar.
• Award-winning model: Teacher Leadership Teams drive and operate STA’s academic program
• 24:1 Classroom scholar to teacher ratio
• A support staff member in every classroom
• Classroom Budget provided
• Licensure CEU Requirements Embedded into Staff Development Schedule
• 97% of Staff look forward to coming to work each day
• 92% of 2-5 graders feel STA adults respect scholars who are different
• 28% of STA teachers are teachers of color
• Staff Makeup: 53% African-American, 36% white, 8% Latino, and 3% multi-racial
• Total Learning Classroom, Minnesota Reading Corps partner school (KG-3)
• Financially strong district: *Strong fund balance *Highest opinion earned from independent financial audit

*Minnesota Department of Education, School Finance Award recipient, 15 years

REQUIRED TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching positions require an appropriate Minnesota Teaching license.

TO APPLY

1. Please seek more information about our learning community before taking the time to submit an application: www.sojournertruthacademy.org

2. Qualified, passionate applicants should submit their cover letter and resume.

3. Applicant materials will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 – $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Remote