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Company Description

Aurora Collegiate Academy is a Pre K– 5 college preparatory charter school for underserved children from across Memphis.  Aurora opened its doors in August 2012 with a mission of laying down a firm foundation of academic success and high expectations for our students so that they are prepared to make it into and through college.  

If you are relentless about seeing disadvantaged students achieve at high levels, this is a chance to build a school that does whatever it takes to ensure college success for all children.  

Members of Aurora Collegiate Academy staff will work to prepare students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth with the academic, social, and character foundation necessary to compete in college and beyond.  It is the expectation that Aurora Collegiate Academy teachers will live our mission, instill our core values, and do ‘whatever it takes’ to provide students with the education they deserve.

Job Description

We are looking for a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher. The teacher will execute the provided pre-curriculum intergrading hands on learning opportunities. 

The pre-k teacher will:

  • •Adhere to the school policies around behavior expectations, with rewards and consequences.
  • •Work effectively and professionally with all school team members.
  • •Implement small group instruction as required.
  • •Align all teaching to our standards-based curriculum.
  • •Inform all instructional decisions with data as a classroom-planning tool.
  • •Work with MSCS staff to ensure all compliance is meet in the classroom.
  • Lead and support 2 teacher assitants in the classroom. 
  • •Participate in high frequency coaching.
  • •Follow all professional norms.
  • •Do whatever it takes to achieve the mission of Aurora Collegiate Academy. 

Qualifications

Required:

  • CPR/First Aid Certification (can be secured after hire but before start date)

Must also have 1 of the following:

  • An associates degree
  • An undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development
  • A state issued teaching license for Pre-K
  • A  CDA Certificate. Note this can be obtained within 6 months of employment 

A willingness to complete all duties and responsibilities to the fullest.

A belief that all students can succeed in college and a desire to lead students to that outcome.

Additional Information

Please submit a resume and current teaching license if applicable.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note a college transpcirt will be required prior to offical hire. 

Commitment to Diversity: Aurora Collegiate Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.. 

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