Classroom Teacher

The Opportunity

PLA Teachers are passionate and devoted leaders who bring creativity and rigor to our classrooms to support an improved learning experience for our scholars. We are a compassionate community committed to building an environment that nurtures the success of every student. As a Teacher at Phalen Leadership Academies, you will ensure that all scholars master both the academic and social skills necessary to succeed. You will set ambitious goals for student achievement and hold our scholars accountable for accomplishing those goals. Empowered to create a powerful learning environment, you will plan and deliver rigorous instruction, assess for mastery, and track scholar progress to intervene or pivot as necessary to support their success.

The Network

PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. Beyond serving as one of the country's best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA offers unique programs including Summer Advantage, Reading and Math Advantage, and Skilled US. This menu of programs provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement and income growth, setting us apart from other organizations.

The Campus

Founded in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 2013, Phalen Leadership Academy serves scholars from K through 12th grade. Our institution carries the core values of Children First, Respect, Determination, Continuous Improvement, and Gratitude. As an A-rated school, we provide rigorous and well-rounded learning experiences for a diverse population. Our educational model utilizes best practices in data-driven instruction and differentiated learning to deliver a uniquely rigorous and personalized experience for every child. Our ultimate vision is that our scholars master key academic skills and demonstrate strong character, including honesty, service to others, a superior work ethic, and a strong belief in their futures. We believe that with the right education, all children can fulfill their tremendous innate potential.

Equal Opportunity

PLA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.