2nd Grade Teacher - Small Charter School

Job Type


Full-time

Description


Second Grade Teacher

At Freedom Academy, we believe students thrive in environments that are both structured and relational. Our goal is to create a campus that feels joyful, safe, encouraging, and deeply human - not cold, chaotic, or institutional.

We are building a school culture rooted in:

• Integrity
• Honor
• Leadership

where students are challenged academically, developed relationally, and supported by adults who genuinely care about their success.

We are currently seeking a warm, structured, student-centered, and academically strong Second Grade Teacher to join our growing team.

This role is ideal for someone who loves helping students build confidence, strengthen foundational academic skills, develop classroom independence, and grow socially and emotionally within a positive and encouraging learning environment.

What Makes Freedom Different

Freedom Academy is a K-8 charter school committed to:

• Defending childhood
• Reclaiming academic excellence
• Restoring parental trust in education

Our classrooms prioritize strong academics, healthy childhood development, character formation, and meaningful partnership with families.

Our team genuinely cares about one another. We laugh together, problem-solve together, support one another through challenges, and work hard to create a school environment where both students and staff can flourish.

Our Commitment to Families

At Freedom Academy, we believe strong schools are built through strong partnerships with parents. We are committed to creating a learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, student safety, character development, healthy childhood experiences, and transparent communication with families.

Applicants are encouraged to review our Freedom Academy Pledge to Parents to better understand our school culture, values, and educational philosophy:

Freedom Academy Pledge to Parents


We believe clarity builds trust, and we are committed to ensuring strong alignment between our team, our mission, and the families we serve.

What You'll Help Lead

As the Second Grade Teacher, you will help:

• Create a safe, structured, engaging, and student-centered classroom environment
• Deliver effective and developmentally appropriate instruction in literacy, reading comprehension, writing, mathematics, and foundational critical thinking skills
• Support students in developing classroom independence, confidence, responsibility, and positive learning habits
• Build strong classroom routines, organization, and behavioral expectations
• Monitor student progress and provide academic support, intervention, and encouragement as needed
• Foster a classroom culture where students feel known, respected, encouraged, and emotionally safe
• Partner positively and professionally with families regarding student progress and support
• Collaborate with teachers, leadership, and support staff to strengthen student success and campus culture
• Contribute positively to campus culture, operational consistency, and team collaboration

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Loves working with elementary students
• Believes strong relationships and strong structure can coexist
• Is warm, encouraging, patient, and emotionally steady
• Maintains high academic and behavioral expectations
• Communicates professionally and positively with students, families, and staff
• Works collaboratively and contributes positively to team culture
• Demonstrates organization, initiative, flexibility, and follow-through
• Is teachable, growth-minded, and receptive to feedback
• Believes school should feel relational, encouraging, structured, and student-centered

Qualifications

• Valid Arizona teaching certification preferred
• Elementary teaching experience preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to create an engaging and structured learning environment
• Commitment to student growth, accountability, and positive culture
• Fingerprint clearance card (or ability to obtain one)

Our Core Values
Integrity

We do the right thing with honesty, professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment.
Honor

We treat students, families, staff, and community members with dignity, kindness, and respect.
Leadership

We take ownership, communicate clearly, solve problems, and contribute positively regardless of title.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Valid Arizona teaching certification (or ability to obtain)

• Experience with elementary students preferred

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Passion for student growth and achievement

Salary Description


$48,000 to $52,000 DOE