Teacher Fellow School Year 26-27

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-12 receives the high-quality education they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work. We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS. 

Driven by our mission to ensure every child succeeds, the founding teaching fellows will be responsible for ensuring all  students are provided with the academic and character skills to firmly position them on the path to college. Teaching  fellows work alongside classroom teachers and develop skills in preparation to take lead classroom positions. Joining  our team as a founder provides a unique opportunity to help build the culture and legacy of Ambition Prep as it becomes  an enduring and premier education option for generations of students to come.  

• →Engage fully in professional development sessions and team meetings.
• →Continue building professional skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
• →Collaborate with staff committees and contribute to school initiatives.
• →Maintain organized records and support classroom and school operations as needed.

• Assist the lead teacher with preparing and delivering daily instructional activities.
• Work with small groups of students to reinforce skills and support academic progress.
• Help maintain a productive learning environment by encouraging positive behavior and consistent routines.
• Use assessment information to understand student needs and support intervention or enrichment as appropriate.

• Support a safe and orderly classroom by following school procedures and taking appropriate precautions.
• Uphold school expectations for student conduct and assist with implementing campus‑wide policies.
• Maintain fairness and consistency when addressing student behavior.

• Communicate with students and families to address questions or concerns that may arise outside of the school day.
• Establish positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and community partners.
• Participate in outreach efforts that strengthen school‑community connections.

• Perform other responsibilities assigned to support classroom instruction, school culture, and overall student success.

• Bachelor’s degree, required 
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint 
• Experience working with under-resourced communities, families, and/or students 
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management, both internal and external to the  district 
• A successful background check in compliance with state law, required 

• Unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission, students, families, and community is non- negotiable 
• The belief that all students can learn at a high level, regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status 
• Ability to multi-task and work with an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment 
• Team player: demonstrates maturity, growth mindset, strong work ethic, follow through and flexibility 
• Ability to take constructive feedback and quickly incorporate feedback