Science Teacher

At Acceleration Academies, we believe in transforming the lives of students who have disengaged from traditional schooling to achieve their high school diploma through personalized, flexible learning and innovative educational practices, we empower young adults to earn their high school diploma tuition-free. Partnering with school districts nationwide, our dropout recovery and student re-engagement programs are supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching.

• Support new student enrollment through outreach, recruitment, and engagement efforts
• Assist in developing individualized learning plans tailored to each student’s goals, progress, and needs

• Serve as a primary advisor for assigned students, maintaining consistent communication with students and their support network (families, staff, etc.)
• Monitor attendance, academic progress, and overall well-being to ensure students remain engaged and on track toward graduation

• Plan and deliver subject-area instruction in both one-on-one and small group settings
• Track student progress toward course completion and mastery using a variety of assessments
• Analyze academic data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes
• Provide targeted support, remediation, and enrichment to address learning gaps and accelerate progress
• Participate in professional development, data meetings, and school/community events

• Partner with internal teams to design personalized learning pathways, transition plans, and student incentives
• Represent the academy at community events and contribute to broader school initiatives
• Perform other duties as needed to support student success and the academy’s mission

• Experience working in non-traditional or at-risk youth settings
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies and alternative education models
• Experience with competency-based learning, instructional coaching, or project-based education
• Strong comfort with educational technology tools and platforms