Elective Teacher (25-26 SY)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 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

Jefferson RISE Charter School is a 612 public charter school in Jefferson Parish committed to providing students with a well-rounded, enriching education that prepares them for life beyond graduation. We are looking for a creative and mission-driven Electives Teacher who brings unique passions and talents into the classroom. Whether your expertise is in art, technology, film, foreign language, design, or another area entirelywe want to hear from you.

This position is ideal for educators who see electives as powerful tools for engagement, self-expression, and real-world readiness. Youll have the opportunity to teach elective courses that ignite curiosity, connect students to new ideas and skills, and support our schools vision of developing well-rounded young adults.

We are looking for educators who are reflective, collaborative, and passionate about student successteachers who not only teach content but also model curiosity, critical thinking, and a growth mindset.

Instruction & Curriculum Design

Classroom Culture & Student Engagement

Collaboration & School Culture

Data & Communication

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Certification :

Experience and Skills :

Culture and Fit :

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.