Middle School Classroom Teacher

Educators for Quality Alternatives (EQA)

EQA is a New Orleans nonprofit with the mission of Providing struggling students with the skills, confidence and experiences to succeed in the education and career paths of their choice.

The organization currently runs three alternative high schools: The NET: Central City and The NET: Gentilly and the NET: East for students who have dropped out of, been expelled from, or who have otherwise struggled in a traditional school setting.  

EQA programs are built on the belief that alternative schools should not punish or “fix” young people; they should be vibrant, flexible, and restorative environments that support students in being their best selves.
 

The Bridge Middle School Program

This program launched in August 2019 to serve 7th and 8th grade students during their expulsion terms.  The program is rooted in restorative and therapeutic practices:  students will participate in intensive behavioral, social, and academic support and will work to build skills that will help them transition successfully back to their home school.

Position Summary

This position is a unique opportunity to work intensively with students who haven’t excelled in traditional classrooms. You will join a dedicated and mission aligned team of professionals who believe that every student should have high quality, individualized supports.

Bridge Classroom Teachers are responsible for:

• Teaching, co-teaching, and tutoring to insure all students thrive
• Designing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans and behavioral support strategies
• Collaborating with the team to insure all students receive the appropriate supports, accommodations, and modifications
• Managing student caseload for compliance and progress monitoring purposes
• Building and leveraging transformative relationships for student growth
• Constantly developing your own craft

Position Requirements:

• 3+ years teaching at risk students with a demonstrated record raising student achievement 
• A BA or BS required
• Louisiana Special Education Teacher Certification completed or in progress preferred

• Extensive experience and skills working with students with significant emotional and behavioral issues
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, relationship building & management skills
• Learning mindset dedicated to effectively and innovatively problem solving and constantly improving
• Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
• Commitment to EQA’s mission, vision and growth

Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: 12000 Hayne Blvd.
• Schedule: School is year-round with generous leave schedule.
• Salary: $45,000-$65,000 depending upon experience. Initial salary is set based on years of experience and degrees. Future salary increases are based on performance and responsibilities.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and 403b retirement plan

EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas. In compliance with state law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in a Louisiana public school via the appropriate background checks.