Elementary Teacher - ELA & STEM

Our Ideal Teacher

Instructionally Versatile: Confident in delivering rigorous, engaging instruction across both ELA and STEM, with the ability to make meaningful connections between content areas.
Strong Classroom Leader: Establishes clear routines, consistent expectations, and positive relationships while implementing effective Tier 1 classroom management practices and proactive behavioral supports.
Data-Driven and Results-Oriented: Uses student achievement data to identify learning gaps, differentiate instruction, and accelerate academic growth across multiple content areas.
Coachable and Growth-Oriented: Actively seeks feedback, reflects on instructional practices, and applies coaching to continuously improve student outcomes.
Adaptable and Solutions-Focused: Demonstrates flexibility, strong organizational skills, and sound judgment when balancing instructional priorities and responding to diverse student needs.
Collaborative and Equity-Driven: Builds authentic partnerships with families, colleagues, and school leaders while maintaining high expectations and a commitment to educational equity.

Essential Functions

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Instruction & Classroom Culture

Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in both English Language Arts (ELA) and STEM using Rocketship's adopted curricula.

Assume responsibility for instructional planning, delivery, assessment, and student academic growth across both content areas.

Build and maintain a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations through consistent routines, positive relationships, and effective classroom management practices.

Implement proactive Tier 1 classroom management strategies and targeted Tier 2 supports to address students' academic and behavioral needs.

Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities.

Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with instructional coaches to continuously strengthen instructional practices across both content areas.

Regularly analyze student achievement data in ELA and STEM to identify learning gaps, adjust instruction, and accelerate academic growth.

Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are fully included and appropriately supported.

Support the whole child through intentional Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) instruction and collaboration with Rocketship's Wellness team.

Family & Community Engagement

Build authentic, trusting relationships with students and families through consistent, proactive communication and shared accountability for student success.

Conduct annual home visits and maintain ongoing communication with families throughout the school year.

Partner with families to establish academic and behavioral goals, communicate student progress, and collaboratively address challenges.

Participate in school events, family engagement activities, and community gatherings to strengthen school-family partnerships.

Rocketship Professional Culture

At Rocketship, teachers are part of a professional community grounded in collaboration, continuous growth, accountability, and a shared commitment to student success. Our teachers:

Embrace Coaching and Development: Actively engage in weekly coaching, real-time classroom feedback, and ongoing professional development to strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes.\

Demonstrate Ownership and Accountability: Take responsibility for student learning, professional commitments, and continuous improvement, using both successes and challenges as opportunities for growth.

Lead with Urgency and Adaptability: Respond proactively to student needs, navigate changing priorities, and approach challenges with flexibility, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Communicate with Transparency and Respect: Maintain open, professional, and constructive communication with colleagues, school leaders, students, and families.

Contribute to a Collaborative School Culture: Work across teams and content areas to share effective practices, support colleagues, and ensure students receive consistent, high-quality instruction.

Pursue Excellence and Impact: Maintain high expectations for themselves and their students while striving for measurable academic growth and instructional excellence. Teachers are recognized for their contributions, including eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and impact.

Required Qualifications

Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
Demonstrate knowledge of elementary instructional practices in both English Language Arts (ELA) and STEM.
Possess strong classroom management skills, including the ability to establish consistent routines, maintain high expectations, and implement positive behavioral supports.
Demonstrate the ability to differentiate instruction and use student achievement data to inform instructional decisions.
Possess strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills to effectively manage instruction across multiple content areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior elementary teaching experience in diverse school communities.
Experience teaching both ELA and STEM or working in a self-contained elementary classroom.
Demonstrated success improving student academic outcomes in literacy and mathematics.
Experience implementing Tier 1 classroom management strategies and targeted behavioral interventions.