Teacher and Learning Coach

Benefits: 401(k) Competitive salary Health insurance Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Great Work Environment Are you an innovative educator who believes that learning should be meaningful, creative, and connected to real-world experiences? At Urgent Academy, we’re looking for a passionate, student-centered educator to serve as a Learning Coach-Teacher—someone who thrives at the intersection of education, mentorship, and community impact. This role goes beyond traditional teaching—it’s an opportunity to: Coach and mentor students as they navigate interest-driven, project-based learning experiences. Empower students to discover their passions and develop skills that will prepare them for high school, career pathways, and life. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create a learning environment that centers student voice, creativity, and real-world connections. If you’re ready to help students develop mastery, take ownership of their learning, and make a lasting impact in their communities, we’d love to meet you! Focus Areas: Humanities (ELA + Social Science+ Civics) STEAM Generalist Project-Based Learning/Interdisciplinary Learn about other positions HERE Schedule: FT/PT School day Extended Learning After School SY, Summer or Year-Round Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher and state teaching certification, preferred Previous experience teaching at the K-8 level is preferred Understanding of youth development principles and best practices in learner-centered education and project based learning (PBL) Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines Excellent verbal and written communication and technology skills About Urgent, Inc. and Urgent Academy (Miami, FL) Urgent, Inc. is a youth empowerment and creative arts nonprofit dedicated to helping young people develop leadership skills, career readiness, and creative expression through innovative out-of-school time programs. Urgent Academy, our private career and technical education (CTE) micro middle school, advances learner-centered, interest-driven, project-based learning, introducing students to careers in Film, Arts, Culture, and Entrepreneurship (FACE). #J-18808-Ljbffr