Elementary Teacher (K-4)

School OverviewSt. Louis Voices Academy of Media Arts is a new, innovative charter public school that will open in fall 2023 to serve students and families within the boundaries of St. Louis City. The school will start with kindergarten through first grade and add a grade each year, growing to kindergarten through fifth grade. St. Louis Voices Academy is a public charter school that leverages media arts and storytelling to equip students with the agency to excel academically, author their own futures, and make meaningful contributions in their communities. St. Louis Voices Academy is committed to media and storytelling, whole-child development, real-world inquiry, and progressive learner autonomy as design elements that allow the school to fulfill its mission.Role OverviewTeachers are our most critical resource. They will be responsible for creating a culture reflective of our mission and nurturing students reflective of our graduate aims (self-directed learners, powerful communicators, effective collaborators, compassionate changemakers). Teachers at St. Louis Voices Academy must embrace their own stories to support students who are compelling storytellers. St. Louis Voices Academy teachers are results-driven educators with experience in, and commitment to, standards-based curricula and the use of data and assessments to drive instructional decisions. Our teachers assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students through an engaging instructional model that enables students to flourish academically and personally. We seek teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction in a supported, professional learning environment. Mission AlignmentMission-aligned members of the St. Louis Voices Academy community share the following dispositions: Dedication to the school's mission, vision, values, and graduate outcomes; Understanding that relationships are essential to working with students who have experienced the effects of poverty or trauma; Belief that our students have strengths and assets and build on these strengths in their work;A positive attitude and a solution-based approach to challenges in the workplace;Commitment to restorative justice as a means of addressing conflicts or challenges in the community, whether between students, staff members, or students and staff members;Commitment to inclusive excellence, including a willingness to engage in conversations about privilege, power, equity, and diversity and to invest time in community-building and professional development based on inclusive excellence;Active participants in a supportive and demanding professional community that fosters respect, trust, honesty, risk-taking, open-mindedness, flexibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement. ResponsibilitiesInstructionDeliver high-quality instruction utilizing St. Louis Voices Academy's pedagogical approaches: culturally responsive teaching, cooperative learning, inquiry-based learning, individualized learning, and student presentationTeach students to tell their stories by telling your own storiesData AnalysisMeet weekly with instructional leaders to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessmentsLearn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroomSchool CultureBuild positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heardPartner with students' families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their children's learning needsEngage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessionsSupport morning arrival, lunch duty, student assemblies, class transitions, and after-school dismissalFacilitate class meetings to foster community, model our core values, and encourage student achievementReflectionReflect on practice and student data to seek ways to improveInternalizes feedback and acts upon itOtherPerform all duties as assigned.QualificationsUndergraduate degree or higher in Elementary Education or other related fields of studyMissouri Teacher Certification or ability to be certified within one semester after beginning employment A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years of experience preferred)A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social-emotional and academic developmentA self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectivesEvidence of alignment with school's mission: leveraging media and storytelling to equip students with the agency to excel academically, author their own futures, and make meaningful contributions to the communitiesEvidence of alignment with St. Louis Voices Academy's core values: community, commitment, courage, confidence, compassion, and celebrationDemonstrated commitment to educational equity and a deep understanding of drivers of the opportunity gapProactive, strategic problem-solver who is able to work successfully in a fast-paced environment, often while balancing competing prioritiesPersonal responsibility and commitment to continual professional growthAdditional InformationSt. Louis Voices Academy offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. Aside from extensive professional development, all our staff members are equipped with laptops, email, and all necessary supplies. Performance is evaluated by the Director of Teaching and Learning in accordance with St. Louis Voices Academy's human resources policy.St. Louis Voices Academy believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. At the same time, we work to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Created: 2026-04-02