2nd Grade Teacher

Hiawatha Leadership Academy - Northrop seeks a dedicated Second Grade teacher and teammate to join our team for the 2022 - 2023 school year.

Job Summary

Fourth grade teachers are responsible for providing rigorous, standards-based, and highly engaging learning environments for their scholars. Teachers will strive to ensure that all Hiawatha Academies scholars are empowered with the knowledge, character and leadership skills to graduate from college and serve the common good. 2nd Grade teachers will work alongside grade level teammates, special education teachers, specialist teachers, and under the guidance of the campus leadership team.

Responsibilities

Instructional Planning and Implementation

• Utilize curriculum to develop and implement standards-based lesson plans that include an understanding and modeling of independent thinking skills, creative problem solving, and evidence-based reasoning, differentiating and scaffolding as needed
• Implement assessments that are aligned with daily, weekly, and unit objectives
• Use data to adjust short- and long-term plans in order to meet students’ learning needs

Learning and Development

• Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and student achievement; reflect on instructional practices to meet individual professional development goals
• Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and community meetings

School and Classroom Culture

• Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based on trust and regular communication; collaborate and communicate regularly with families about academic progress and behavior
• Establish and maintain high expectations and routines for academic work and classroom behavior
• Establish and reinforce expectations and accountability structures to maintain a positive, focused classroom

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems
• Actively attend to supervision duties and contribute positively to a collaborative school environment

Perform other duties as required and assigned

2nd Grade teachers must demonstrate knowledge of and support Hiawatha Academies’ mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

Hiawatha Employment Logistics

• Hiawatha Academies elementary students’ school day is from 7:45am-2:45pm, Monday-Thursday and 7:45am-1:00pm on Friday.
• Staff must be present from 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday, or until all duties are completed for the next day.
• Professional development sessions are held each Friday from 1:00pm-3:30pm.
• All Hiawatha Staff are expected to attend and participate in all family events at the school.

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Minnesota teaching license in content area (or ability to gain before start date)
• Growth mindset for students, self, and other adults
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with colleagues, students, and families
• A commitment to racial equity and social justice
• Prospective applicants must demonstrate a clear record of achieving significant gains with their students, and have a strong belief that they can help close the opportunity gap for all

Highly Preferred:

• 2+ years of experience teaching in a high-need school with demonstrated student results
• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish and/or Somali preferred)

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $41,500 - $72,900 based on full years of licensed, K-12 teaching experience in schools in the United States. Hiawatha offers a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, and retirement. Additional experience may be credited at the discretion of the Senior Human Resources Officer.

Why Hiawatha?

Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place.

Our equity vision: to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity

We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants