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
At Jefferson RISE, we believe that high-quality instruction should never pause, even when a lead teacher is out of the classroom. Our In-House Substitute plays a vital role in maintaining academic momentum, ensuring a consistent and positive classroom experience for all students. This individual is more than a placeholder—they bring strong instructional presence, effective classroom management, and a deep commitment to student learning and their own professional growth.
This position is ideal for someone who is energized by a dynamic school environment, embraces daily variety, and sees every class period as an opportunity to make an impact.
Key Responsibilities
School Culture & Environment
- Deliver clear, engaging instruction aligned to lesson plans and school expectations
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly classroom using strong management strategies (e.g., circulation, active monitoring, positive narration)
- Build quick, positive rapport with students across grade levels and subject areas
- Provide real-time feedback to support academic growth and on-task behavior
- Adapt daily to new classrooms, content areas, and routines with professionalism and flexibility
- Approach unexpected situations with a solutions-oriented mindset to ensure continuity of learning
- Reflect on performance and actively seek feedback to grow in instructional practice
Systems & Compliance
- Take accurate attendance and ensure student work is collected and submitted properly
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Certification:
- High School Diploma required
Experience and Skills:
- Classroom Management: Effectively maintains a positive, structured classroom environment by setting clear expectations, calmly addressing disruptions, and implementing the regular teacher's behavior systems focused on safety, respect, and responsibility.
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Confidently navigates different classrooms, subjects, and grade levels with limited prep time by quickly interpreting lesson plans, adjusting instruction in real time, and solving challenges creatively.
- Strong Communication Skills: Communicates directions clearly, engages students through active listening, and collaborates professionally with staff to support smooth transitions and consistent expectations.
- Instructional Skills and Subject Knowledge: Brings a foundational understanding of academic content and is comfortable interpreting teacher plans to deliver instruction effectively, answer student questions, and keep learning on track.
- Professionalism and Reliability: Dependable, punctual, and prepared while upholding school policies, maintaining a positive attitude, and contributing to a professional culture.
- Commitment to Continuity of Learning: Believes strongly in the importance of high-quality instruction continuing in the absence of the lead teacher and takes ownership of ensuring students remain engaged and supported.
- Growth-Oriented Mindset: Embraces feedback and seeks opportunities to improve practice, understanding that personal growth leads to better outcomes for students; aligned with RISE’s commitment to continuous improvement.
Culture and Fit:
- Believes deeply in the mission and students of Jefferson RISE
- Eager to learn, grow, and improve their craft
- Open to feedback and takes ownership for their impact on students and the school community
- Willing to take initiative and find solutions when challenges arise
- Acts with integrity and puts students first
- Collaborative and flexible — ready to pitch in and support teammates
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.
