English I Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Helix Mentorship & Maritime Academy – Baton Rouge, LA Employment Type: Full-Time School Year: 2026–2027 About Helix Mentorship & Maritime Academy

Helix Mentorship & Maritime Academy is a college-and-career-focused public charter school within the Helix Community Schools network. The Freshman Academy serves as the foundation-providing intentional academic support, character development, and real-world learning experiences that prepare students for success throughout high school and beyond.

Rooted in rigor, relevance, and relationships, HMMA empowers every student to develop the academic, social, and leadership skills needed to navigate their future with confidence and purpose.

We are seeking a passionate, student-centered English I Teacher to join our Freshman Academy team. The ideal educator will bring strong ELA and Louisiana Guidebook content knowledge, a commitment to equitable instruction, and the ability to integrate technology meaningfully into daily learning. This teacher will play a key role in building literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills-setting the tone for students' academic journey through high school.

• Deliver high-quality, standards-aligned English I instruction based on Louisiana ELA standards.

• Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instruction, interventions, and enrichment.

• Create engaging, technology-enhanced lessons aligned with our status as a Verizon Innovative Learning School.

• Establish a positive, culturally responsive classroom environment focused on growth, respect, and accountability.

• Collaborate with colleagues in the Freshman Academy to align curriculum, pacing, and instructional practices.

• Build strong, professional relationships with students, families, and the greater school community.

• All staff are required to sponsor one club or Enrichment during school hours as part of their role.

• Teachers at HMMA are expected to grow continually in their use of instructional technology to support digital equity and meaningful engagement.

• Participate in school events, data meetings, PLCs, and professional learning aligned to the Freshman Academy vision.

• Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field (required)

• Valid Louisiana teaching certificate in Secondary English, or eligibility to obtain one

• Prior high school English teaching experience preferred

• Strong instructional skills and effective classroom management

• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and equitable academic outcomes

• Ability to integrate technology to enhance instruction and student engagement

• Be part of a growing academy shaping the future of Maritime, STEM, and AI education

• Participate in high-quality professional development, including instructional tech and literacy support

• Work in a collaborative, mission-driven team environment focused on student growth

• Help build a strong academic foundation for students as they transition into upper high-school pathways

• Make a lasting impact through mentorship, engagement, and real-world learning opportunities