Sojourner Truth Academy
Middle School Math Teacher
Sojourner Truth Academy, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking a committed, passionate, educator who holds a belief in the ability of our scholars, to join our team of licensed teachers and highly qualified paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year. We are seeking a licensed Middle School Math Teacher.
Sojourner Truth Academy is a PK-8 open‑enrollment public charter school in Minneapolis, MN. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self‑worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family‑like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth Academy is a results‑driven school founded in 1999.
POSITION SUMMARY As a member of STA’s Academic Team, the Middle School Content Teacher is responsible for setting standards and laying a foundation of academic and social success for scholars by providing high quality, relevant educational instruction in a positive learning environment.
COMPENSATION
$42,000-$52,000+ Experience-based, Teachers
$15 per hour+ Experience-based, Paraprofessionals
Potential Annual Performance-Based Salary Increase
Teacher & Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Institution
Staff tuition reimbursement program for pursuing a teaching license or furthering teacher education
Competitive Family Benefits Plan:
Single Medical Coverage Paid at 100%
Medical, Dental, Prescription & Retirement benefits
Health and fitness benefits
STA WORK CULTURE & ENVIRONMENT WORK CULTURE
An open-door, community‑like environment where staff and scholars are valued and celebrated
89% of staff agree STA is a good place to teach and learn
Entering the second year of our 5‑year Strategic Implementation plan in support of our scholar success profile with 3 strategic priorities: 1) Create strong academic vision and support for strong instructional practice 2) Increase effective use of data to drive scholar success
3) Develop a talent strategy that builds and effective team and drives a joyful culture
OUR STAFF
Cultural competency is prized, nurtured, and developed at STA
STA takes pride in the diversity of our staff: 59% of staff are people of color; 28% of STA teachers are people of color
55% of STA staff have between 3-24 years tenure
CAREER DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT
92% of staff agree STA is committed to improving instructional practice
Team‑based work culture with embedded weekly professional learning community sessions
Focus on data driven growth with 13 annual PD days, on demand Specialist Teacher support in math, reading, special education, & ELL education
Licensure CEU requirements embedded into staff development schedule
Weekly teacher support from Lead Teacher, grade‑level teams, MTSS Team & our Academic & Behavior Support Team
10 days annual paid time off with 21 paid school holidays
IN THE CLASSROOM
24:1 Classroom scholar to teacher ratio
13:2 Pre‑Kindergarten scholar to teacher ratio
A support staff member in every classroom
Classroom Budget provided
REQUIRED TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS
Teaching positions require an appropriate Minnesota Teaching license.
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Sojourner Truth Academy is a PK-8 open‑enrollment public charter school in Minneapolis, MN. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self‑worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family‑like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth Academy is a results‑driven school founded in 1999.
POSITION SUMMARY As a member of STA’s Academic Team, the Middle School Content Teacher is responsible for setting standards and laying a foundation of academic and social success for scholars by providing high quality, relevant educational instruction in a positive learning environment.
COMPENSATION
$42,000-$52,000+ Experience-based, Teachers
$15 per hour+ Experience-based, Paraprofessionals
Potential Annual Performance-Based Salary Increase
Teacher & Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Institution
Staff tuition reimbursement program for pursuing a teaching license or furthering teacher education
Competitive Family Benefits Plan:
Single Medical Coverage Paid at 100%
Medical, Dental, Prescription & Retirement benefits
Health and fitness benefits
STA WORK CULTURE & ENVIRONMENT WORK CULTURE
An open-door, community‑like environment where staff and scholars are valued and celebrated
89% of staff agree STA is a good place to teach and learn
Entering the second year of our 5‑year Strategic Implementation plan in support of our scholar success profile with 3 strategic priorities: 1) Create strong academic vision and support for strong instructional practice 2) Increase effective use of data to drive scholar success
3) Develop a talent strategy that builds and effective team and drives a joyful culture
OUR STAFF
Cultural competency is prized, nurtured, and developed at STA
STA takes pride in the diversity of our staff: 59% of staff are people of color; 28% of STA teachers are people of color
55% of STA staff have between 3-24 years tenure
CAREER DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT
92% of staff agree STA is committed to improving instructional practice
Team‑based work culture with embedded weekly professional learning community sessions
Focus on data driven growth with 13 annual PD days, on demand Specialist Teacher support in math, reading, special education, & ELL education
Licensure CEU requirements embedded into staff development schedule
Weekly teacher support from Lead Teacher, grade‑level teams, MTSS Team & our Academic & Behavior Support Team
10 days annual paid time off with 21 paid school holidays
IN THE CLASSROOM
24:1 Classroom scholar to teacher ratio
13:2 Pre‑Kindergarten scholar to teacher ratio
A support staff member in every classroom
Classroom Budget provided
REQUIRED TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS
Teaching positions require an appropriate Minnesota Teaching license.
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