High School AP US Gov + Honors OK History + Journalism + Current Events Teacher

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR ROLE

Full‑time teaching positions at Tulsa Honor Academy. The role requires delivering standards‑aligned curriculum, maintaining a positive classroom culture, ensuring rigorous content, and fostering student engagement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Develop a palpably positive classroom and school climate with frequent and authentic instances of shared smiling, laughter and enthusiasm, and a deep sense of joy rooted in achievement and team success. Encourage authentic classroom interactions that bolster student confidence and enthusiasm. Model warm, yet firm, instructional practices that reflect our high expectations. Back‑to‑basics, liberal arts instruction emphasizing critical thinking in ELA and STEM. Build students’ foundational skills in reading, writing, discussion, analysis, computation, and problem solving. Ensure all scholars complete the cognitive work during every lesson. Encourage risk‑taking, academic challenge, and reflective learning from mistakes. Structure‑driven school environment. Adhere to shared rules, systems, and consequences that promote consistency and accountability. Teach and enforce school‑wide disciplinary codes and reward systems. Maintain a clear, consistent daily routine that supports rigorous learning. Team‑first culture. Support and learn from colleagues, fostering a collaborative environment. Partner actively with parents as co‑leaders in students’ success. Model inclusive, all‑hands‑on‑deck communication with scholars, families, and staff. Constant improvement loop. Receive and utilize feedback to make productive changes in teaching practice. Share evidence of student learning and adjust instruction accordingly. Diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ensure the school community is an inclusive and safe environment for all scholars. Incorporate diverse perspectives into curricular and classroom practices. People, paper, and college focus. Invest in rigorous instructional materials and resources. Support teammates, families, and scholars throughout their academic journey. Strive to ensure every scholar attends and graduates from their chosen college.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Classroom Culture: Facilitate a structured, productive, and safe learning environment; promote participation, internalize school culture, and celebrate character values. Ambitious Content: Deliver rigorously aligned content, use backwards planning, communicate objectives clearly, and use data to ensure mastery. Ownership and Engagement: Ensure scholars are deeply engaged, synthesize diverse viewpoints, complete cognitive work, build on peers’ thinking, and demonstrate academic risk taking. Demonstration of Learning: Monitor progress, assess learning formally and informally, and guide scholars toward or beyond rigorous learning goals. Commitment to Excellence: Maintain collaborative relationships, demonstrate ownership for shared culture, engage in continuous improvement, and receive coaching and observations.

QUALIFICATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required. State certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Prior teaching experience in a school serving a similar population prefers. Charter school experience preferred.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary schedule starts at $44,000 for un‑certified teachers; $47,000 for certified teachers. Salary commensurate with experience and school accreditation status. Comprehensive benefits package and additional benefits available through Tulsa Honor Academy. Full details available at tulsahonor.org/careers.

THE ROLE

Reports to the school principal. Follows the Academy’s academic calendar. Full‑time, exempt position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tulsa Honor Academy