World Languages Teacher/Elective Teacher- In-Person Job at Rise Academy, Richmond, VA

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  • Rise Academy
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Description:

About Rise Academy

Rise Academy is a small, tuition-free private high school serving the East End of Richmond, VA. We are mission-driven, relationship-centered, and deeply committed to preparing our students for success in college, career and life. With small class sizes, a supportive team, and a strong focus on student growth, Rise Academy is a place where teachers can innovate, lead, and inspire.

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic, creative educator to teach, in-person, in the areas of World Languages or High Interest Electives. While our top priority is meeting our students' graduation requirements, we are open to candidates who can bring unique skills and passion to our program. This could include:

  • World Languages: American Sign Language (ASL), French, Spanish, Latin, German, Italian.
  • High-Interest Electives: Computer Science, Digital Media, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Business & Entrepreneurship, STEM/Engineering, or other innovative courses that engage and challenge students.

What You'll Do

  • Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons
  • Build strong relationships with students, inspiring them to achieve their personal best
  • Integrate technology and real-world applications into instruction
  • Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive and rigorous learning environment
  • Assess and track student progress, providing timely feedback and support

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement engaging, standards-based World Languages I, II, and possibly III or IV lesson plans for grades 9–12.
  • Foster listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in World Languages using immersive and communicative strategies.
  • Incorporate cultural knowledge to deepen students’ global understanding and appreciation for the World Language-speaking world.
  • Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning styles and needs.
  • Develops pupil understanding and appreciation of culture of countries where he studied language is spoken.
  • Assess and monitor student progress regularly and communicate effectively with students, families, and school staff.
  • Integrate technology and real-world experiences into classroom instruction.
  • Maintain a structured, respectful, and positive classroom environment that supports student growth.
  • Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school-wide events.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary projects and school culture.
  • Uphold and model the values of Rise Academy: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, Professionalism, and Mission-Driven Results.

Requirements:

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a foreign language, Education, or a related field
  • Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing a foreign language
  • Prior experience teaching high school students
  • Strong classroom management and interpersonal communication skills
  • Alignment with the mission and values of Rise Academy

Preferred:

  • Teaching license or certification in foreign language (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Experience in a private, charter, or mission-based school

This is an in-person position and not virtual teaching position.

Compensation details: 48727-51227 Yearly Salary

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