Elementary School Teacher

Company Description

Bridges Academy Austin is a private K-12 school in Austin, Texas, specializing in dyslexia, dysgraphia, gifted/twice exceptional (2e), and other learning differences. The school offers very small core classes (1:5 to 1:10) with tailored instruction for each student's needs. For this position, we are seeking an elementary teacher who can teach the core subjects, including reading/language arts, math, and social studies.

Teaching at Bridges Academy Austin allows you to focus on instruction. We meet kids where they are, and we help them move forward. Small classes. We meet student needs without ARD meetings or IEP paperwork.

Role Description

• Elementary Classroom Teacher
• Class size of 10
• Full-time, in-person in Austin, TX
• Teach core subjects and provide intervention to students with learning disabilities and giftedness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree
• Teaching certification (out of state is fine)
• Experienced elementary teachers, resource specialists, reading specialists, and special education teachers are encouraged to apply.
• Already live in the US and eligible to work in the US (no visa issues)

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Student loan forgiveness as a nonprofit (PSLF or Teacher Forgiveness)
• Employee discounts
• Professional development

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based instruction and intervention to elementary students.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans.
• Manage classroom behavior and create a positive learning environment.
• Assess student progress through standardized testing and provide individualized support as needed.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student performance and classroom activities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching strategies and curriculum development.

Key words: 4th grade teacher, 5th grade teacher, fourth grade teacher, fifth grade teacher, reading specialist, special education teacher, self-contained, resource specialist, math interventionist, reading interventionist. Elementary school.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Location:

• Austin, TX 78732 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Austin, TX 78732 (Required)

Work Location: In person