Adjunct AP Teacher 26/27 School Year

Adjunct AP Teacher 26/27 School Year Jalen Rose Leadership Academy - 4.2 Detroit, MI Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Qualifications Working with high schoolers Bachelor's degree Working with students Classroom Teaching Working with youth Full Job Description Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is hiring a highly qualified Adjunct AP Teacher. Great benefits offered! As an educator with Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, you are considered a guardian to our students (whom we refer to as scholars). You will also build trust and community in your classroom via clear and timely communication with your scholars and families. At JRLA, we have created a model specifically designed to raise achievement for historically underserved scholars. We support your creativity and wholeheartedly encourage a rigorous, personalized, and well-rounded educational experience to meet the unique needs of each scholar in your classroom. Established in 2011 by NBA Star Jalen Rose and Co-Founder Michael Carter, JRLA is located on the Northwest side of Detroit in the zip code where Jalen grew up. An open enrollment, tuition-free, public charter high school, JRLA provides a leadership-focused education to 420 scholars and nearly 1,000 alumni. The mission is to empower all scholars to develop the strength of character, skills, and knowledge needed to matriculate, be great in, and graduate from college or a postsecondary program so that they have the opportunities to be successful in the competitive world and take care of themselves and the people they love. Built around a 9-16 model, JRLA has never wavered in its pursuit to improve the educational landscape for Detroit area youth. After 13 years of operations, JRLA remains steadfast in its commitment to not only get scholars to graduate from high school but for them to graduate from college or a postsecondary program as well - outcomes that are real game changers in urban education. With a 95% high school graduation rate, 100% college and postsecondary acceptance, 90%+ average daily attendance rate, 20+ enrichment offerings, and a leader among open enrollment high schools in Detroit for college matriculation (69% compared to a state average of 64%), JRLA knows the path to college and a successful future. Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Adjunct AP Teacher to provide high-quality instruction for designated Advanced Placement courses. This year-long, part-time position involves teaching for 90 minutes daily, fostering a challenging and supportive learning environment that prepares scholars to excel on the AP exam and beyond.

Essential Job Tasks:

Deliver engaging, rigorous, and standards-aligned instruction for the assigned AP course. Develop and implement a College Board aligned curriculum that prepares scholars for success on the AP exam, adhering to College Board requirements. Provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners. Assess and monitor scholar progress through assignments, projects, and practice AP exams. Offer targeted support and enrichment opportunities to help scholars achieve academic goals. Collaborate with school leadership and staff to ensure alignment with JRLA's mission, vision and instructional Vision of Excellence (VOE). Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and assessments. Communicate effectively with scholars, parents, and colleagues regarding scholar progress and needs. Uphold professional ethics and standards as an educator and a member of the Jaguar family.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

You believe ALL children can and will succeed regardless of their zip code. You have earned a Bachelor's degree in the subject area or related field (Master's degree preferred). You have a valid Michigan teaching certification OR verifiable expertise/licensure in the content area (preferred). You are a current AP teacher with a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience and/or demonstrated results teaching AP courses. You possess strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate high school scholars. You are an excellent communicator with professional interpersonal skills. You are able to work independently

Core Competencies:

A passion for working with scholars and families in under-served communities Effective verbal and written communication skills Team player with strong interpersonal/influence skills Possess organizational and technology skills Why should you apply? Competitive Salaries Paid Development Opportunities Retention Bonuses Monthly Mental & Physical Wellness Events & Initiatives JRLA fringe benefits (birthday gifts, team building events, SWAG, unique experiences) Why should you apply? Competitive Salaries Paid Development Opportunities Retention Bonuses Monthly Mental & Physical Wellness Events & Initiatives JRLA fringe benefits (birthday gifts, team building events, SWAG, unique experiences)

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