ELA Teacher

*About Acceleration Academies*

At Acceleration Academies, we believe in transforming the lives of students who have disengaged from traditional schooling to achieve their high school diploma through personalized, flexible learning and innovative educational practices, we empower young adults to earn their high school diploma tuition- free. Partnering with school districts nationwide, our dropout recovery and student re-engagement programs are supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching.

*The Role
As an ELA Content Coach (ELA Teacher)*, you will serve as the primary instructional resource for our Graduation Candidates (GCs), delivering competency-based content, supporting personalized learning, and guiding students toward graduation and post-secondary success. You’ll work with a collaborative team to provide academic, social-emotional, and career-oriented support that empowers each learner’s journey. You will manage eight concurrent English preps (English I–IV, A and B), working with a collaborative onsite team to provide academic, social-emotional, and career-oriented support that empowers each learner’s journey.

*Key Responsibilities*

*Enrollment*

• Support new GC enrollment through recruitment and engagement efforts
• Assist with the development of Personalized Learning Plans for GCs

*Retention*

• Serve as an advisor for assigned GCs by maintaining communication with learners and their support team
• Monitor attendance, academic progress, and overall wellness to ensure consistent engagement and achievement

*Academics*

• Plan and deliver content-area instruction in both individual and small group settings across eight concurrent English preps
• Maintain a 24-hour grading turnaround for all student work
• Monitor GC academic progress toward course completion and mastery using formative and summative assessments
• Support student preparation for STAAR EOC exams, with particular emphasis on English I and English II
• Provide intensive remediation in reading and writing to address learning gaps common in this population
• Analyze academic data to inform instruction and improve outcomes
• Participate in professional development, data meetings, and school/community events

*Advocacy*

• Collaborate with the GC support team to develop personalized learning pathways, transition strategies, and incentive plans
• Represent the academy in community events and contribute to academy-wide initiatives
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to support the academy’s mission
• Dedicate the first hour of the day to student outreach and communication
• Provide in-person tutoring and mastery support on students’ scheduled onsite days
• Complete routine administrative tasks including grade entry, completion tracking, and data updates
• Enforce academy policies including attendance and participation boundaries consistently and with empathy

*What We’re Looking For
Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Master's preferred
Licensure: Texas 6–12 secondary certification in English (REQUIRED)
Experience: Preference for 1–5 years of teaching experience; candidates with zero years of experience will be considered if certified and genuinely willing to learn in a high-support environment
Skills: Strong communication, time management, instructional planning, and collaboration skills
Passion:* A deep commitment to helping at-risk youth succeed academically and personally

*Preferred Qualifications*

• Experience working in non-traditional or at-risk youth settings
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies and alternative education models
• Experience with competency-based learning, instructional coaching, or project-based education
• Strong comfort with educational technology tools and platforms

*Why Join Us?*
Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team that’s dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.

*We Value Our Team’s Well-being
We prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive benefits:
Competitive Compensation: up to $77,000 to start
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future.
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.
Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable FTO.
Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources.
Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team.
Professional Development: Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth.
Bonus Opportunities:* Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses.

*Physical & Work Environment*

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events

*Ready to Make a Difference?*
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and shaping the future of education, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining what’s possible for students everywhere.

*Third-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies*
Agencies presenting candidates must have an active, nonexpired Master Services Agreement and be formally engaged by an Acceleration Academies Recruiter. Resumes submitted outside these terms will be considered the property of Acceleration Academies.

*Equal Opportunity Employer*
Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All roles at Acceleration Academies include core responsibilities that are fundamental to student success and overall academy operations. Applicants should carefully review the job description to ensure they can meet these requirements. Essential duties typically include:

*• Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours*

*• On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite)*

*• Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations*

*• Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace*

If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the role, Acceleration Academies will engage in an interactive process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please note that accommodations cannot remove essential job functions or fundamentally alter the nature of the role.