IB Lower School Teacher (K-5)

Morris Jeff Community School is currently hiring for the 2026–2027 School Year for Lower School (Grades K-5). This position will begin at the start of the 2026–2027 academic year. Overview: Morris Jeff Community School seeks teachers who are committed to the mission and vision of the school, who will hold themselves and their students to high expectations for performance and achievement, and who will model unwavering professionalism at all times. Morris Jeff is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school that offers an education that is a source of freedom and possibility for all students, permitting them to develop their talents fully, become contributing global citizens, and attain the foundation needed to excel at college, career, and beyond. Teachers at Morris Jeff will be required/responsible t o Believe in, support, and model the mission and values of Morris Jeff Community School Commit to all requirements of being an educator in an International Baccalaureate (IB) school Teach all assigned classes Document all syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and other curricular materials Work closely with all support staff to develop and implement strategies for all students to be successful Implement accommodations for students with learning differences Maintain a neat, orderly, aesthetically pleasing, and vibrant learning environment that is inviting, exciting, and nurturing to all students Maximize time for instruction and learning Manage learner behavior to provide productive learning opportunities Reinforce all school rules and expectations in the classroom and on campus Maintain communication and relationships with students, families, and colleagues Implement Tier One, research-based curriculum through best practices in planning, instruction, and assessment Hold all students to high expectations for learning, working, and behaving Reflect on teaching practice regularly Use all pertinent data to drive instruction and assessment Participate in professional development at the school level, the IB level, and other opportunities beyond the school to continue to learn and grow as an educator in the 21 st century Be actively on duty when in any area of the building and campus, monitoring students for their safety and well-being Complete other tasks as deemed necessary by the director or school principal The qualifications for teachers ar e: Hold a Bachelor's degree (or higher) Advanced degrees in education or teaching/content area preferred Louisiana teacher certification in area of teaching assignment Belief and commitment to the mission of Morris Jeff Community School Belief and determination to hold all students to high expectations for learning, working, and behaving Possess, articulate, and demonstrate strong knowledge of best practices around teaching, managing, and assessing students from many diverse populations Possess, articulate, and demonstrate ability to work with students who have many, varied learning styles and needs in a heterogeneous classroom setting where all students are held to the highest expectations and are supported when they struggle Demonstrate ability to work with and collaborate with colleagues, parents, and business/community members Reflect on one's educational practice #J-18808-Ljbffr Morris Jeff Community School