Background on the Organization

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education that they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic support, and hard work. We are a college preparatory elementary and middle school in Jackson, MS currently serving grades K-4.

Please visit our website, www.ambitionprep.org/careers, for additional information.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, and individual, dual and team sports

• Design, plan, and implement physical education lessons based on school district/state/national standards

• Create appealing lessons that implement a variety of methodologies

• Measure student progress to encourage the mastery of state/national standards

• Ensure accommodations and modifications are made for the growth and development of all students

• Ensure that the physical education environment is clean, safe and constructive for all students

• Guide students in maintaining acceptable standards of behavior in the gym or classroom environment

• Maintain records of individual student achievement and evaluate students on a continuous basis

• Prepare for classes and maintain written preparation for units throughout the year

• Demonstrate the use of proven, research-based strategies for effective classroom management, lesson planning, active student engagement, and instructional delivery

• Show a diligent effort to consistently address the behavioral and physical needs of individuals students

• Perform any other job duties and responsibilities assigned by the manager.

Desired and Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Mississippi teaching certification required for level and/or subject are of assignment, if applicable

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Experience working with under-resourced communities, families, and/or students

• Demonstrated success in building relationships and trust with leaders, teachers, parents, and community

• Proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district

Desired Characteristics

• Unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission, students, families, and community is non-negotiable

• The belief that all students can learn at a high level, regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status

• Ability to multi-task and work with an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment

• Team player: demonstrates maturity, growth mindset, strong work ethic, follow through, and flexibility

• Ability to take constructive feedback and quickly incorporate feedback

• Innovative, creative, organized, and willing to take risks

Compensation

Ambition Preparatory Charter School offers competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Ambition Preparatory Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy or veteran status.

Disclaimer: This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Ambition Prep reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.