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School Overview

Jefferson RISE Charter School, founded by seven community members in 2014, will serve just under 800 students in grades 6-12 for the 2025-2026 school year. Located in Harvey, Louisiana, the school caters to a diverse student body from the Westbank of Jefferson Parish, consisting of 59% Black/African American, 24% White, 15% Hispanic, and 2% Asian students, with 87% qualifying as economically disadvantaged.

Remarkable achievements for Jefferson RISE Charter School include:

• State recognized our school as Top Gains Badge Recipient (23-24 SY)
• Graduation Rate A (22-23 SY, 23-24 SY)
• Strength of Diploma A (23-24 SY)
• Progress Rating A (23-24 SY)
• #6 for SPS Growth in Louisiana (22-23 SY)
• Achieved a School Performance Score (SPS) increase of over 17 points, resulting in a "B" rating for the high school and a "C" rating for the middle school (22-23 SY)
  

Position Overview

At Jefferson RISE, we believe that high-quality instruction should never pause, even when a lead teacher is out of the classroom. Our In-House Substitute plays a vital role in maintaining academic momentum, ensuring a consistent and positive classroom experience for all students. This individual is more than a placeholder-they bring strong instructional presence, effective classroom management, and a deep commitment to student learning and their own professional growth.

This position is ideal for someone who is energized by a dynamic school environment, embraces daily variety, and sees every class period as an opportunity to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

School Culture & Environment

• Deliver clear, engaging instruction aligned to lesson plans and school expectations
  
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly classroom using strong management strategies (e.g., circulation, active monitoring, positive narration)
  
• Build quick, positive rapport with students across grade levels and subject areas
  
• Provide real-time feedback to support academic growth and on-task behavior
  
• Adapt daily to new classrooms, content areas, and routines with professionalism and flexibility
  
• Approach unexpected situations with a solutions-oriented mindset to ensure continuity of learning
  
• Reflect on performance and actively seek feedback to grow in instructional practice
  

Systems & Compliance

• Take accurate attendance and ensure student work is collected and submitted properly

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Certification:

• High School Diploma required
  

Experience and Skills:

• Classroom Management: Effectively maintains a positive, structured classroom environment by setting clear expectations, calmly addressing disruptions, and implementing the regular teacher's behavior systems focused on safety, respect, and responsibility.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Confidently navigates different classrooms, subjects, and grade levels with limited prep time by quickly interpreting lesson plans, adjusting instruction in real time, and solving challenges creatively.
• Strong Communication Skills: Communicates directions clearly, engages students through active listening, and collaborates professionally with staff to support smooth transitions and consistent expectations.
• Instructional Skills and Subject Knowledge: Brings a foundational understanding of academic content and is comfortable interpreting teacher plans to deliver instruction effectively, answer student questions, and keep learning on track.
• Professionalism and Reliability: Dependable, punctual, and prepared while upholding school policies, maintaining a positive attitude, and contributing to a professional culture.
• Commitment to Continuity of Learning: Believes strongly in the importance of high-quality instruction continuing in the absence of the lead teacher and takes ownership of ensuring students remain engaged and supported.
• Growth-Oriented Mindset: Embraces feedback and seeks opportunities to improve practice, understanding that personal growth leads to better outcomes for students; aligned with RISE's commitment to continuous improvement.

Culture and Fit:

• Believes deeply in the mission and students of Jefferson RISE
• Eager to learn, grow, and improve their craft
• Open to feedback and takes ownership for their impact on students and the school community
• Willing to take initiative and find solutions when challenges arise
• Acts with integrity and puts students first
• Collaborative and flexible - ready to pitch in and support teammates
  

BENEFITS

RISE employees are paid twice a month on the 15th and last day of each month.

Jefferson RISE pays the following employee-only benefit costs for all full-time employees: coverage 85% of medical premiums and 100% of dental, vision, short and long term disability premiums. The Employee covers the remaining costs, including 15% employee medical and all spouse/dependent costs. RISE provides a 401(k) retirement plan to all W-2 employees, including a match of up to 100% of contributions on the first 3% deferred, then 50% of contributions from 3% to 5%. There is no vesting period. Jefferson RISE reserves the right to offer different or additional benefits to the Employee at any time.